The United Fresh Produce Association is now accepting nominations to help select an honouree to speak at the annual Reception Honouring Women in Produce, taking place on Thursday 12 June at the United Fresh 2014 convention in Chicago.
Each year, United Fresh recognises the contributions of all women working in the fresh produce industry and honours one outstanding female industry leader at this reception.
“This event is a great time to celebrate the contributions so many women make to the produce industry,” said United Fresh president and CEO Tom Stenzel. “Each year, we have the opportunity to be inspired by the personal career paths of different leaders who serve as role models to us all, men and women alike.”
“It was an amazing experience to be awarded this honour last year,” said Lisa McNeece, 2013 Women in Produce Honoree and vice-president of foodservice and industrial sales for Grimmway Enterprises Inc. “I encourage the produce industry to participate in the nomination process and recognise the many outstanding women who contribute to our industry.”
