SALINAS, CA - A newly created Director role is sparking operational development for Church Brothers Farms. The fresh produce provider recently announced the hiring of Mishalin Modena as its new Director of Sustainability and Corporate Engagement.
Modena has over 16 years of experience in the produce industry, covering both business development and marketing positions. Most recently, she held the title of Senior Business Development Manager at Bunzl USA/Destiny Packaging, where she worked closely with customers and her supply chain to source and develop innovative and sustainable packaging solutions.
According to a press release, Modena will now be responsible for leading the supplier’s Seven Pillar Sustainability Program, which includes:
- Crop Protection and Integrated Pest Management
- Material Management and Waste Reduction
- Ecosystems and Biodiversity
- Water Management and Conservation
- Soil Management and Conservation
- Energy and Emissions
- People and Culture Vitality
As the release noted, this newly created role is critical to minimizing Church Brothers Farms’ overall company carbon footprint and positively impacting both internal and external stakeholders through strategic initiatives.
“Mishalin will be a great addition to our staff, leading our Sustainability efforts. Her years of experience in our industry will allow us to develop more sustainable programs to help Church Brothers, the economy, society, and the environment,” said Steve Church, Chairman at Church Brothers Farms.
Mishalin has a degree in Nutrition from Santa Monica College; she also studied Business Marketing at the University of Montana.
Congratulations to Mishalin Modena on this newly established role!
