Chiquita Brands International has announced the election of Ronald Waters to its board of directors, bringing the number of board members from eight to nine.
Waters, who most recently served as president and chief executive officer of the LoJack Corporation, brings 'significant management experience in finance, strategic planning and executive leadership', the group noted.
'We are pleased to have Ron join Chiquita's board,' said Kerrii Anderson, chairwoman of the board. 'Ron brings with him an extensive and diverse business background in addition to finance and audit experience. His skill set and insight will complement and add to the strengths of the other board members.'
And Waters, 60, added: 'I am tremendously excited to be joining the Chiquita board. I am very impressed with the range of experience and talent on the board, and look forward to helping Chiquita to achieve its strategic vision and grow shareholder value.'
