CERRITOS, CA - On Wednesday, March 22, more than 200 eager attendees filled the Sheraton Cerritos in Cerritos, California, for the Fresh Produce & Floral Council’s (FPFC) March Membership Luncheon. At the event, members heard from Chef Nyesha Arrington, Guest Speaker.
"The FPFC March Luncheon was a huge hit! We spent time honoring our graduating Apprentices, and Myisha Nathaniel (Raley’s) and Chef Nyesha Arrington held a very engaging Fireside Chat," said 2023 FPFC Chair, Michael Schutt of Raley’s. "We can’t wait for membership to see what we have in store for the 2023 Expo next month at the Anaheim Convention Center."
The luncheon kicked off with Schutt and Rachelle Schulken, Apprentice Taskforce Chair, introducing the 2022 Apprentice Class at the graduation.
The 2022 Class of Apprentices includes:
- Sandra Aguilera, Calavo
- Jared Bernardi, Bonduelle
- Joseph Cowle, B&C Fresh Sales
- Kathleen Ezell, Wonderful Citrus
- Katie Gagnon, Grocery Outlet
- Luis Gonzalez, SunFed
- John Grecco, Consentio
- Kyle Lane, Westfalia
- Kyle Morris, Albertsons
- Daniel Rosinski, Progressive Produce
- Charles Rowland, Fowler Packing
- Bailey Slayton, Country Sweet Produce
As a release stated, after the graduation concluded, Shonna Williams, Master of Ceremonies, introduced Fireside Chat Host, Myisha Nathaniel of Raley’s and Guest Speaker Chef Nyesha Arrington.
The discussion covered topics such as increasing produce consumption, partnering with foodservice and retail to better showcase produce and its benefits, and the creative process of putting together a menu. Following the chat, the two held a Q&A session to address members.
This event was made possible through the support of Dennis and Susie Gertmenian, who have supported the program through their donations. Additionally, through the help of Grimmway Farms/ Cal-Organic, which sponsored the 2022 program.
The next FPFC event is the 2023 FPFC Expo on Thursday, April 27, at the Anaheim Convention Center in the North 100 Hall.
AndNowUKnow will continue to update you on the latest industry events and happenings.
