Mastronardi Produce celebrates 14 years as one of Canada’s best-managed companies

Paul Mastronardi, president and CEO of Mastronardi Produce
Paul Mastronardi, president and CEO of Mastronardi Produce
(Photo courtesy Mastronardi Produce)

Kingsville, Ontario-based Mastronardi Produce has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the 14th year in a row.

Mastronardi Produce is a fourth-generation family-owned business.

“This recognition is a testament to the talented people building careers at Mastronardi Produce,” Paul Mastronardi, president and CEO of Mastronardi Produce, said in a news release. “We wouldn’t be here without our employees, and we are proud to offer unique, lifelong career opportunities for people who want to grow with us. CEA is the future of food, and Mastronardi Produce will keep providing sustainable food and jobs in our communities for years to come. That’s why we hope more Canadians will be inspired to join our Flavor Revolution.”

The company is encouraging Canadians to pursue a lifelong career with the company in the greenhouse produce industry, the release said. Mastronardi Produce employees work at modern greenhouses, offices, and distribution centers and have earned the company numerous awards for quality, flavor, and innovation, the release said.

“The Best Managed program recognizes companies who combine strategic expertise and a culture of innovation with a steadfast commitment to their communities,” Lorrie King, partner at Deloitte Private and co-leader for Canada’s Best Managed Companies program, said in the release.

“This year’s winners, including Mastronardi Produce, have demonstrated an increased focus on environmental, social, and governance themes as means to drive impactful and sustainable business outcomes,” King said in the release. "Their unwavering dedication to their core purpose, and to enhancing client relationships, cultivating a healthy culture with their employees, and serving their communities, set the standard of excellence for Canada’s business ecosystem.”

 

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