Gourmet Trading, the international grower, packer, shipper and distributor of fresh asparagus, blueberries and blackberries, has moved to appoint Brian Miller as its new president.

Miller, who previously served as vice-president of sales, sales manager and salesperson for the Los Angeles-based company, takes on the role following the sudden death of president and CEO Chris Martin in July.

'Brian has been a member of the Gourmet Trading Company family for 12 years,' explained Paul Martin, Chris’ brother and owner of the group. 'His hard work, dedication and loyalty have played a key role in the success and tremendous growth that Gourmet has seen in the past 10 years.

'During the past six years Chris had taken Brian under his wing and helped him develop the skills to become the leader he is today,' Martin noted. 'Now that we enter into this new chapter in Gourmet’s history I am confident that Brian will lead the Gourmet team to further growth and success.'

Miller added: 'While the circumstances are less than ideal, it is with great pride and honour that I accept this new position as president of Gourmet Trading Company. I feel lucky to have worked for Chris for 12 years, thankful to have learned so much from him, and I look forward to continuing his legacy through the continued growth and success of Gourmet Trading Company.'

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