Organic Produce Network announced the addition of Rachelle Schulken to its team in the newly created position of vice president of events. Schulken brings extensive event planning and marketing expertise to her role and will oversee the growth of the Organic Grower Summit.

The National Mango Board has named Dan Spellman as its new director of marketing.

Spellman, who officially joined the Orlando, FL-based organization on Feb. 21, brings more than 20 years of marketing experience to the board, having previously worked in the online travel and technology development fields. He also has had experience working with large membership associations during his career.

When talking about the success Southern Specialties has enjoyed for many years, Charlie Eagle credits the work and dedication of the company’s staff.

“We’re happy to have a team with deep experience that enables us to bring value to the entire scope of our customer base, be it in foodservice or retail,” said Eagle, vice president business of development at the company.

The Eastern Produce Council's John J. McAleavey Gala was a magnificent night with great food, music, dancing and excellent company. Dancing and desserts were had after happy hour  with a Beatles tribute band. The council's largest fundraiser of the year was a massive success, according to EPC Executive Director Susan McAleavey Sarlund and Vice President Theresa Lowden.
 

The Texas International Produce Association's 2023 Viva Fresh Expo returned to the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Grapevine, TX, March 30-April 1. With more than 2,500 attendees roaming the 200-booth Viva Fresh Expo in Dallas on April 1, the show got very high marks from exhibitors who lauded both the intimacy of the show and the great turnout by buyers.

In its inaugural year, the Encore All-Star Games, powered by Sunkist Growers, will host elite-level high school senior basketball players from the greater Los Angeles region on Saturday, April 8 at St. John Bosco High School.

Jerica Williams and DJ Gay, girls and boys basketball program leads at Windward School, are also the organizers of the Encore All-Star Games.