Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A. Inc. has appointed Scott Owens to Vice President of Sales & Product Management N.A.
In his new role, Owens will head the banana, pineapple and melon programs, overseeing a strong internal team focused on the company’s core products.
Owens brings a vast breadth of experience in fresh produce and consumer-packaged goods to the role from his previous years with, among others, Wonderful Citrus, Chiquita Brands International and General Mills. His expertise in the sector will reinforce the strength and ongoing commitment of Del Monte to the pineapple, banana and melon categories.
“We are thrilled to have appointed Scott to this new role,” said Senior Vice President of Sales and Product Management Danny Dumas. “As the previous VP of Sales and Product Management (banana and pineapple program), I personally know that this position is in good hands and that Scott will have a positive impact on our banana, pineapple and melon programs. As the new Vice President of Sales and Product Management, Scott will bring a fresh perspective through his expertise in customer engagement and brand development, honed from over 30 years in the industry, to the Del Monte Fresh Produce North America team.”
Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A. Inc. markets its products in North America under the Del Monte brand (as well as other brands), a symbol of product innovation, quality, freshness and reliability for over 125 years. Del Monte Fresh N.A., Inc. is not affiliated with certain other Del Monte companies around the world, including Del Monte Foods, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Del Monte Pacific Limited, Del Monte Canada, or Del Monte Asia Pte. Ltd.