Calavo Growers, Inc. announces the promotion of Ron Araiza to EVP Calavo Fresh Foods.
In his new role, Araiza is responsible for leading the Renaissance Food Group (RFG) and Calavo Foods business segments. Araiza will focus his leadership sights on aligning the RFG and Calavo Foods sales teams, while building synergies between the two divisions to leverage relationships and streamline processes.
“As we continue building out our One Company vision, we are excited to have the RFG and Calavo Foods teams work together to further optimize business opportunities,” said Jim Gibson, chief executive officer. “With more than 30 years in the produce and food industry, I have no doubt Ron will do a great job leading our sales teams and help usher in a new and exciting era for Calavo.”
In addition, current RFG veteran Kate Brooks was promoted to SVP retail sales where she oversees all retail sales for the company. And Ed Redd continues to serve as SVP emerging channels division, focusing on building out foodservice, convenience store and military channel sales opportunities for RFG. Brooks and Redd report to Araiza and help drive future sales success for Calavo.
Araiza assumed his new role August 4th, 2021.
For more information:
Nelia Alamo
Calavo Growers
Tel: +1 (916) 638-8825
[email protected]
http://www.calavo.com
