Dan Duda
Dan Duda, the CEO and former president of Duda Farm Fresh Foods, has announced his retirement after 40 years from the six-generation family-owned company effective Dec. 31. His brother and fourth-generation family member, Sammy Duda, will continue to lead Duda Farm Fresh Foods as president.
During Dan Duda’s tenure, Duda Farm Fresh Foods transitioned from a commodity business to a well-known consumer brand with value-added operations that have gained exceptional growth. The Dandy brand has more than doubled in market penetration, with 80% market share in retail fresh cut celery.
“As I reflect on the past 40 years, I’m so thankful for my time with the company and furthermore it’s people,” said Duda. “The Duda Farm Fresh Foods family along with the fresh produce industry have been an integral part of my career and I will miss everyone dearly. I know Sammy will continue to offer exceptional leadership and propel the company forward with innovation and e
December 22, 2020
Dan Duda, CEO and former president of Duda Farm Fresh Foods, will retire after 40 years from the six-generation family-owned company effective Dec. 31. Dan’s brother and fourth-generation family member, Sammy Duda, will continue to lead Duda Farm Fresh Foods as president.
During Dan’s tenure, Duda Farm Fresh Foods transitioned from a commodity business to a well-known consumer brand with value-added operations that have gained exceptional growth. The Dandy brand has more than doubled in market penetration, with 80 percent market share in retail fresh-cut celery.
“As I reflect on the past 40 years, I’m so thankful for my time with the company and furthermore it’s people,” said Dan Duda. “The Duda Farm Fresh Foods family along with the fresh produce industry have been an integral part of my career and I will miss everyone dearly. I know Sammy will continue to offer exceptional leadership and propel the company forward with innovation and excellence!