The Grant J. Hunt Company has added Paul Divis to its sales and marketing team. Divis hails from Central Washington, where he grew up in a well-established agricultural family farming apples, pears, and cherries. After graduating from Washington State University, he explored various career paths before discovering his true passion for agriculture.
His journey began with a quality control role at Chelan Fresh, where he gained invaluable expertise in apple, pear, and cherry quality. He then transitioned into sales, where he spent 13 years building a successful career, including the last five years managing his own account base.
Bringing over 14 years of hands-on agricultural experience, Divis is eager to broaden his expertise beyond tree fruit. At Grant J. Hunt Company, he will market the company's full portfolio, which includes potatoes, onions, berries, melons, citrus, and other fresh produce, while continuing to leverage his deep knowledge of apples, pears, and cherries.
© Grant J. HuntL-R: Paul Divis, Sal Rizzo.
"Agricultural sales and marketing is far more personal than I ever expected. I love my customers—their energy keeps me going," said Divis. "When I first started selling, I was surprised by the depth of relationships you develop with buyers across the nation. We're not just selling produce. We're working to help increase fresh produce consumption every day. It's a challenge I truly enjoy."
"We are thrilled to welcome Paul to the team," said Sal Rizzo, general manager of Grant J. Hunt Company. "It's always great to see younger generations bringing their passion and enthusiasm to the produce industry, embracing the opportunities it offers."
Grant J. Hunt Company is also recognizing Rizzo, who celebrated his 45th anniversary with the company this month. Rizzo's passion for the fresh produce industry continues to thrive. Even 45 years in, he remains as eager to help growers and the sales team as he was on day one.
Divis resides in the remote lakeside town of Stehekin, WA, home to only about 75 full-time residents and accessible only by ferry or plane. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoys boating, hiking, hunting, and winter sports. His favorite apple? The Cosmic Crisp.
For more information:
Eric Patrick
Grant J. Hunt Co.
Tel: +1 (509) 985-7768
epatrick@gjhco.com
http://grantjhunt.com