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Driscoll's Named to Fast Company's Annual List of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2024

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

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WATSONVILLE, Calif., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Driscoll's has been named to Fast Company's prestigious list of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2024.

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Driscoll's, global market leader of fresh berries, joins the ranks of Nvidia, YouTube, Taco Bell, and more on Fast Company's annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies
WATSONVILLE, Calif., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Driscoll's has been named to Fast Company's prestigious list of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2024.
Alongside the World's 50 Most Innovative Companies, Fast Company recognizes 606 organizations across 58 sectors and regions.
Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies package is available online , as well as in-app form via iTunes, and on newsstands beginning March 26.
This event celebrates the Most Innovative Companies honorees and provides an inside look at cutting-edge business trends and what it takes to innovate in 2024.

Reiter Affiliated Companies, LLC ("RAC") Announces CEO Transition: A New Chapter in Leadership

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

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OXNARD, Calif., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- After more than 20 years with the company marked by exemplary leadership, Hector Lujan has decided to step down as the CEO of Reiter Affiliated Companies. Hector's remarkable contributions propelled the company to unprecedented growth, cultivating an entrepreneurial and innovative spirit that remains today.

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Reiter Affiliated Companies, a multi-national berry producer for Driscoll's, announces CEO transition, marking a new chapter in company leadership.
OXNARD, Calif., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- After more than 20 years with the company marked by exemplary leadership, Hector Lujan has decided to step down as the CEO of Reiter Affiliated Companies.
Hector's remarkable contributions propelled the company to unprecedented growth, cultivating an entrepreneurial and innovative spirit that remains today.
RAC will be welcoming and engaging Jesus as it embarks on an exciting new chapter of opportunities under his leadership.

Plenty Expands Distribution to All California Whole Foods Market Stores and Gelson's Markets

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

Plenty Unlimited Inc. today announced it has doubled its retail presence, making its zero-pesticide leafy greens readily available to Californians with its expansion to all Whole Foods Market stores and Gelson’s Markets throughout the state.

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Plenty Unlimited Inc. today announced it has doubled its retail presence, making its zero-pesticide leafy greens readily available to Californians with its expansion to all Whole Foods Market stores and Gelson’s Markets throughout the state.
“From expanding our presence in Whole Foods Market to bringing new, leading California retailers like Gelson’s on board, we’re giving more consumers access to regional produce that is grown clean."
We’re thrilled to be making Plenty’s produce available to all of our California shoppers,” said Eric Cusimano, Produce Category Manager for Whole Foods Market.
Plenty's leafy greens are also available online through Good Eggs , Imperfect Foods , Instacart , Misfits Market and Whole Foods .

Driscoll’s Emerges as One of America’s Top Ten Retail Grocery Brands

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Once again, Driscoll's has secured a spot among the top ten retail grocery brands* based on data from Circana, a prominent authority on consumer behavior and supermarket retail sales tracking.

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Once again, Driscoll's has secured a spot among the top ten retail grocery brands* based on data from Circana, a prominent authority on consumer behavior and supermarket retail sales tracking.
The mid-year 2023 rankings confirm Driscoll's unrivaled position across traditional grocery retailers and demonstrates the company’s consistent leadership in the food industry.
In 2022, Driscoll's also ranked as one of the top twenty-five food brands in terms of dollar sales across the United States*.
By staying attuned to the evolving needs of these tech-savvy generations, these brands are poised to thrive in this era of retail transformation.

Chobani Strengthens Executive Leadership Team, Appointing Tom Cullen as Chief Information Officer

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Monday, July 24, 2023

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NEW BERLIN, N.Y., July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chobani, the modern food company originally known for its Greek yogurt, has named Tom Cullen Chief Information Officer.

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NEW BERLIN, N.Y., July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chobani, the modern food company originally known for its Greek yogurt, has named Tom Cullen Chief Information Officer.
Cullen, who will report to Kevin Burns, President and Chief Operations Officer, will be responsible for the design and execution of best-in-class information systems and technological capabilities to fuel innovation and efficient operations ensuring Chobani has a competitive edge in the market.
Tom Cullen added: "I am excited to join Chobani, a mission-driven brand and company I have long admired.
Prior to joining Chobani, Cullen served as Chief Information Officer at Corsair, a leading global developer and manufacturer of high-performance gaming and streaming gear, where he played a critical role leading their digital technology transformation strategy and journey.

AgroFresh Bolsters Industry Expertise with New Board of Directors

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

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PHILADELPHIA, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AgroFresh Solutions, Inc., the global leader in near- and post-harvest produce freshness solutions with a mission to reduce food loss and waste, has announced new appointments to its Board of Directors. The company recently announced a go-private transaction with investment funds associated with Paine Schwartz Partners and its new Board features a diverse mix of industry experts with global expertise from across the fresh produce supply chain.

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The company recently announced a go-private transaction with investment funds associated with Paine Schwartz Partners and its new Board features a diverse mix of industry experts with global expertise from across the fresh produce supply chain.
Our new Board of Directors features a diverse mix of industry executives from across the globe with decades of combined experience in food and agriculture," says Clint Lewis, CEO of AgroFresh.
Brian Kocher has more than 30 years of experience in the food industry.
He currently serves on the board of directors for the New York Common Pantry, whose mission is to reduce hunger and promote dignity.

Precision Pollination Leader BeeHero Welcomes Kevin Murphy to Board of Directors

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Monday, June 5, 2023

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FRESNO, Calif., June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BeeHero, the pioneer of data-driven precision pollination, announced today the appointment of Kevin Murphy to its Board of Directors. Murphy brings with him a wealth of experience in agriculture and business as well as a deep understanding of the critical role of precision pollination in the agricultural supply chain.

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FRESNO, Calif., June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BeeHero , the pioneer of data-driven precision pollination, announced today the appointment of Kevin Murphy to its Board of Directors.
Murphy brings with him a wealth of experience in agriculture and business as well as a deep understanding of the critical role of precision pollination in the agricultural supply chain.
As the former President and CEO of Driscoll's , the world's largest fresh berry company, Kevin will provide invaluable expertise to BeeHero's board.
"I am thrilled to join BeeHero's Board of Directors and work alongside a team that is driving transformative change in the agriculture industry," said Murphy.

HAZEL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. ANNOUNCES PARKER BOOTH AS NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Monday, March 27, 2023

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CHICAGO, March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Matthew Walker, Chairman of the Board for Hazel Technologies, Inc., today announced Parker Booth as the company's new Chief Executive Officer. Booth was elevated from his previous position as Hazel's Chief Operating Officer, where he had served since 2019. Walker also announced Jeff Leshuk as Hazel's new Chief Revenue Officer, reporting to Booth. Together, Booth and Leshuk possess a deep level of experience growing and scaling businesses across the fresh produce, postharvest packaging, and AgTech industries. Hazel's previous CEO and co-founder, Aidan Mouat, remains in an advisory capacity.

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"For a sense of what is thriving in Chicago, it is worth visiting the offices of Hazel Technologies"
CHICAGO, March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Matthew Walker, Chairman of the Board for Hazel Technologies, Inc. , today announced Parker Booth as the company's new Chief Executive Officer.
Booth was elevated from his previous position as Hazel's Chief Operating Officer, where he had served since 2019.
Walker also announced Jeff Leshuk as Hazel's new Chief Revenue Officer, reporting to Booth.
Under his vision and guidance, he can help move Hazel beyond the start-up phase to one that's rooted in real global expansion, adoption, and execution.

Driscoll's newest high-flavor innovation, Tropical Bliss™, joins Rosé Berries™ and Sweetest Batch™ in the grocery aisle

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

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WATSONVILLE, Calif., May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Berry lovers have a new reason to hit the produce aisle this summer. Driscoll's newest flavor innovation, Tropical Bliss™, expands Driscoll's premium, high-flavor strawberry collection, which also includes Sweetest Batch™ and Rosé Berries™.

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Driscoll's newest flavor innovation, Tropical Bliss, expands Driscoll's premium, high-flavor strawberry collection, which also includes Sweetest Batch and Ros Berries.
This curated collection was developed through traditional breeding methods, no GMOs, that are always used to develop Driscoll's Only the Finest Berries.
Driscoll's Tropical Bliss Strawberries combine the classic flavor of sweet berries and light flavor notes of tropical punch, pineapple, and passionfruit.
Tropical Bliss, Ros Berries and Sweetest Batch are available in select retailers now.

The Kroger Co. Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation Joins The Future of Food @ SXSW

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022

Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation (the Foundation) is bringing people together for conversations about food system innovation, inclusion and sustainability as presenting sponsor for The Future of Food @ SXSW between March 11 and March 18, 2022, in Austin, Texas.

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Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation (the Foundation) is bringing people together for conversations about food system innovation, inclusion and sustainability as presenting sponsor for The Future of Food @ SXSW between March 11 and March 18, 2022, in Austin, Texas.
Scheduled events for The Future of Food @ SXSW 2022 include food-focused documentary watch parties, roundtable discussions, food tastings, memorable activations and more.
"Our mission is to help create communities free of hunger and waste and a brighter future for people and our planet," said Denise Osterhues, president of The Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation.
The Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation, a nonprofit public charity, was established in 2018 to direct philanthropic and catalytic funding to partners working to solve food system challenges.