AU: Executive appointments at Fresh Produce Group
"Peter brings a wealth of experience to FPG at an important stage in the development of our business. Having worked in the retail industry for over 35 years including general management roles responsible for fresh produce at both Woolworths and Coles Supermarkets, in addition to being Director of Strategy Development at Harris Farm Markets, FPG is very fortunate to attract a credentialed executive such as Peter at this exciting time in the growth of our Company" said Robert Nugan.
Peter Pokorny said "I'm delighted to be joining such a dynamic organisation whose orientation is committed to providing superior quality of produce and services to its customers in Australia. I look forward to being able to play my part alongside the existing talented team within FPG."
Fresh Produce Group is further pleased to announce the appointment of Gerome Raco to the position of Commercial Director - Domestic Fruit.
Gerome has had extensive international and domestic fresh produce experience while holding senior executive roles within the industry. Gerome comes from an orcharding/farming family background and has also worked for extended periods in USA and UK/EU, where he developed his skills in marketing and category management.
Gerome’s background and experience will assist in developing and executing key strategies for category and product expansion, vertical and horizontal integration, intellectual property commercialisation and aggressive supply chain engineering.
For more information:
Robert Nugan
Fresh Produce Group of Australia
Tel: +61 02 97048300