Naturipe Farms Value Added Fresh division has announced the appointment of M. Jill Overdorf to Director of Business Development effective August 21, 2017.
In her role, Overdorf will be responsible for driving the growth of Naturipe’s Value Added Fresh product lines.
“We are excited to have Jill join our Value Added Fresh Team, she has been a passionate steward of the values and nutritional message of our industry”, said Dwight Ferguson, CEO and President of Naturipe Farms. “Her unique combination of culinary expertise and business development will be immediately impactful, as we innovate and expand our value-added product lines.”
An executive chef for more than twenty years, Jill was the Director of Business and Culinary Development and Corporate Executive Chef for Coosemans LA Shipping, prior to joining Naturipe.
"My first question is always - 'How is the flavor?' I am really excited to join a company that for the last 100 years has championed sustainability, innovation, farmers and flavor,” said Overdorf. “In addition, the health value and versatility of berries as a convenience food fits right into my culinary wheelhouse."
Contact:
Kyla Oberman
Naturipe Farms
Tel: 831-443-2358