February 10, 2021
The U.S. Apple Association announced its class of 2021 Young Apple Leaders. Fifteen accomplished and aspiring young women and men were selected by the organization to join with, and learn from, USApple leaders and mentors throughout the year.
Ben Bresler, Packaging Corporation of America, Towson, MD
Bryce Bauman, Bauman Orchards Inc., Rittman, OH
David Brugato, Pacific Coast Fruit Co. Portland, OR
Carole Coburn, AgroFresh, Grand Rapids, MI
Matt Dykstra, Riverridge Produce Marketing, Sparta, MI
Kyle Eggers, TreeTop, Selah, WA
Sonia Estrada, Bear Mountain Orchards, Aspers, PA
Jeff Givens, Fruit Marketing Growers Association, Newcomertown, OH
Katie Harmon, Stemilt, Wenatchee, WA