<p><strong>Dinuba, CA</strong><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> The Fruit Patch Board of Directors is welcoming Jim Gallagher as Chief Executive Officer. His new role goes into effect April 30, 2012. Mr. Gallagher is a graduate of Dartmouth College with a degree in Economics and over 15 years experience in the fresh produce industry, according to a press release. He is concurrently serving as the General Manager of organicgirl™ brand salads and as Executive Vice President of Revenue. OrganicGirl is owned by NewStar Fresh LLC and headquartered in Salinas, California. Jim was VP of Global Sales for Chiquita Brands, before joining OrganicGirl in 2007. His career also includes positions with Willow Foods, Kraft and Procter & Gamble.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> Wil Garland, Chairman of the Fruit PatchBoard, stated, “Jim Gallagher is a seasoned fresh produce industry executive with a track record of significant sales & marketing achievements.” He continues, “He understands well what retailers want from their primary fruit suppliers while also having a unique perspective on the industry – he’s also a citrus and peach grower. With Jim leading the Fruit Patch organization, I have every confidence the company will be delivering best-in-class results for all Fruit Patch stakeholders including employees, growers, and retailers.” </p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">
