A leader in the global fresh fruit produce industry, Craig Stauffer announced his plans for retirement after an impressive four-decade-long career as an industry leader, mentor, and friend to many. “This is a momentous occasion for our entire Vanguard family as we have had a front row seat to the industry trailblazing road Craig and his team have paved,” a comment shared by the various Vanguard global offices. “Craig dedicated his career to Vanguard’s people and building a … [Read more...] about The Vanguard International Group CEO Craig Stauffer Announces Retirement and Appointment of Manuel Yzaga
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Westfalia Fruit Group welcomes new chair of the Board
Westfalia Fruit Group, the global avocado expert, is proud to announce that Dr Khotso Mokhele has been appointed as the new Chair of the Board of Westfalia Fruit International and its parent company, HMH Group. Dr Mokhele joined the Board of the HMH Group as a non-executive director in 2013 and is the founder of the Academy of Science of South Africa and the National Research Foundation. Dr Mokhele is also President of the Hans Merensky Legacy Foundation, which was established 74 years ago to … [Read more...] about Westfalia Fruit Group welcomes new chair of the Board
Leading innovation expert Ranjan Patnaik, PhD named as MycoTechnology’s first CTO
Mycelial fermentation specialist, MycoTechnology, Inc. has appointed industry veteran Ranjan Patnaik, PhD, as its new Chief Technology Officer. This newly created role will strategically align R&D, food science and technical services teams under a single executive leader as MycoTechnology gears up for its next stage of global growth. Patnaik brings over 25 years of experience in the fields of fermentation, strain engineering and bioprocess product development. He joins MycoTechnology from … [Read more...] about Leading innovation expert Ranjan Patnaik, PhD named as MycoTechnology’s first CTO