PHILADELPHIA, PA - In a move to build on its global industry expertise, AgroFresh Solutions has announced a slew of 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 includes a diverse mix of industry leaders with a wide range of experience across the fresh produce supply chain.
“Now, as a private company, we have an even greater focus and added support to fulfill our vision to be the global leader in the post-harvest sector of the fresh produce industry. 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,” said Clint Lewis, Chief Executive Officer.
According to a release, among the newly appointed Board members are:
- Brian Kocher– Former CEO of Calavo, who will serve as Board Chair, who has had more than 30 years of experience in the food industry
- David McInerney– Founder/Former CEO of Fresh Direct, who brings three decades of experience unlocking value creation and profitable growth for consumer and retail businesses
- Tina Lawton– Former APAC President at Syngenta, who offers more than 30 years of experience in the food and agriculture industry
- Sandor Nagy– Chief Operating Officer and Head of Supply Chain at Driscoll’s, who, over the last 30 years, has driven value across a diverse range of industries and geographies as an operations and supply chain leader
“The makeup of this new Board includes exceptional leaders from across the fresh produce industry, and I look forward to working alongside these new appointees to help guide our company as we work to help even more customers globally produce a consistent supply of high-quality fresh produce, minimize unnecessary food loss and to do so sustainably,” added Lewis.
To read more about these newly appointed Board members, click here.
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