<p>Gourmet Trading Company, distributor of fresh asparagus and blueberries, is announcing Lauren Del Rosario as a member of the first Fresh Produce and Floral Council (FPFC) Apprentice Program, according to a press release.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">In an effort to help prepare the <b>industry leaders of tomorrow</b>, the Fresh Produce & Flroal Council has established the <b>FPFC Apprentice Program</b>, which is a <b>free benefit for FPFF member companies</b>. This program is designed to provide real-world information and activities to people with <b>fewer than seven years of industry experience</b>. The FPFC Apprentice Program provides <b>networking opportunities</b>, facilitates educational discussions, exposes participants to various elements of the supply chain, and introduces them to the service network within the fresh produce and floral industry. Participants are assigned an <b>industry mentor</b> to make introductions at networking events and will participate in work groups with other program apprentices.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">"Since joining Gourmet Trading Company a little over a year ago Lauren has proved to be a hard working asset to our team. We are proud of her achievements and her willingness to continue educate herself and learn more about our industry,” stated Kristen Francisco, Vice President of Sales and Marketing.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Del Rosario has seven years of experience in the produce industry. She became interested in produce through her experience as a professional chef. In addition to her experience within the industry, Del Rosario gives back to the community with her involvement in the Los Angeles Food Policy Council, which focuses on creating a sustainable food shed model to provide access to healthy and affordable food options in the city of Los Angeles.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Good luck with the Apprentice Program, Lauren!<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><a class="btn btn-sm btn-primary col-lg-12" style="white-space: normal;" href="http://www.gourmettrading.net/index.php/en/" target="_new"> Gourmet Trading </a></p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">
