Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., one of the world's leading vertically integrated producers, marketers, and distributors of high-quality fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, announces today the appointment of Danny Dumas as Senior Vice President of Sales, Marketing & Product Management for North America. Dumas brings over 35 years of industry expertise and leadership to help drive Fresh Del Monte's continued growth and innovation in North America, one of the company's largest and most competitive markets.
In his new role, Dumas will oversee North American sales, marketing, product management, technical services, and quality assurance for port operations — key components of Fresh Del Monte's extensive operations in the region. Dumas's appointment underscores Fresh Del Monte's commitment to sustainable growth, innovation, and operational excellence across its North American footprint, which includes a vast network of distribution centers, production facilities, and retail partnerships.
Dumas's extensive career includes senior leadership roles, including serving as Senior Vice President at Calavo Growers. During his previous tenure at Fresh Del Monte, he led business initiatives across North America and Europe, gaining a deep understanding of the company's operations and market dynamics.
"We are pleased to welcome Danny back to Fresh Del Monte," said Mohammad Abu-Ghazaleh, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Fresh Del Monte Produce. "His return comes at a pivotal time as we continue to evolve our North American operations to meet growing market demands. His proven leadership and deep expertise in produce sales, global logistics, and product management will be invaluable as we focus on expanding value-added product offerings, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer service excellence."
Dumas's recent accomplishments showcase his strategic vision and leadership. He initiated a new business project, restructured the administrative operations of a private company for improved efficiency, and contributed significantly as Chair of United Fresh. In this role, he collaborated with other industry executives on a committee that facilitated the merger with the Produce Marketing Association (PMA), leading to the creation of the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), which is recognized as a prominent global trade association in the fresh produce sector.
For more information:
Claudia Pou
Fresh Del Monte
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www.freshdelmonte.com