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Stuart Woolf, president and CEO of Woolf Farming & Processing, was first elected to the Western Growers board in 2015.
Reed will report to CEO and Chairman Pete Van Helden and will be responsible for the financial accountability of the company.
The Philadelphia-based importer has designated Haydy Shahin and Pascuala Vergara Sabaini as country managers, moves it says underscores its commitment to diversity and equal opportunities in top leadership.
In this new role, Bas Reijndorp will develop, execute and grow Kwik Lok’s distribution and original equipment manufacturer network in Europe and the Middle East.
The company says veteran agribusiness executive Daniel Mathieson will steer the largest business unit for the company, overseeing all aspects of the enterprise, from strategic planning to financial success.
Kate Degan brings more than 15 years of experience in the food industry to her new role in the metro New York and New Jersey produce division.
West Concord, Mass.-based technology company Divert Inc. has expanded its executive leadership team with the appointment of Bob Watkins as chief information officer.
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Rodrigo Castaneda, who joins the company with more than 25 years of experience in various industries, is expected to help expand the company’s presence.
Brian Jameson will lead Markon’s multi-unit sales team that supports its member distributors in developing and deploying cohesive produce programs that include the company’s three brands.
The California Table Grape Commission and the California Fresh Fruit Association recently honored Anthony Vineyards co-founder Domenick “Cookie” Bianco.
The Collinsville, Ill.-based packaging manufacturer says Nathan Wise has joined the company, having previously served as a sales manager for Tosca Ltd.
The avocado grower-shipper says the newly created position will evaluate current sustainability initiatives within the company and define a strategy for future projects.
Bill Mayo spent the past 29 years at Wakefern Food Corp. As chief development officer, Mayo will lead the strategic growth of Save A Lot’s licensed retail business to support and strengthen the Save A Lot brand.
Viva Fresh and TIPA presented a $25,000 scholarship to honor the the late Fox Packaging executive.
Organic leaders and champions to be honored at Organic Week in Washington, D.C. at the 2024 Organic Leadership Awards reception.
The Soledad, Calif.-based company and home of Josie’s Organics says its recent recognition highlights the company’s leadership.
Kingsville, Ontario-based grower DelFrescoPure has expanded its sales team with fresh produce industry veteran Michael Jones.
California Fresh Fruit Association President Ian LeMay will become president and CEO of the California Table Grape Commission in spring 2025, succeeding Kathleen Nave.
Nogales, Ariz.-based produce distributor and grower Divine Flavor has hired Patrick Cortes as its director of business development and strategic planning.
Reinhardt Kapsak, who previously served as president and CEO of Produce for Better Health Foundation, will help IFIC in its mission to effectively communicate science-based information about sustainable food systems.
The newly created role is critical to minimizing overall company carbon footprint and positively affecting internal and external stakeholders through strategic initiatives, Church Brothers Farms says.
The California agency has tapped William Turechek as its next vice president of research and Jeff Cardinale as its new director of communications.
The California-based sweet potato brand has hired fresh produce industry veteran Susan Noritake to grow the brand.
As a part of its Taste Local campaign, Spokane, Wash.-based Peirone Produce has unveiled a new truck trailer featuring fourth-generation Washington orchardist Kaitlyn Thornton.
The former FDA deputy commissioner for food policy and response has joined iFoodDS — a food safety and traceability solutions company — as strategic adviser and member of the board of directors.
Oppy has elevated Ben Vallejo and Jim Leach from management roles to director-level responsibilities.
Woodland, Calif.-based Syngenta Vegetable Seeds has announced the appointment of Juan Pablo López as territory head for vegetable seeds in the U.S. and Canada.
Jeff Dolan, who previously held the position of field operations manager, will oversee all operations regarding the growing, packing and shipping of fresh-market tomatoes in California.
The healthy lifestyle challenge hosted by the Texas International Produce Association is accepting applications to join and compete for a Peloton bike through Sept. 28, 2023.