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Each year, a staggering 119 billion pounds of food nearly 40% of all food is wasted in the U.S., but companies across the fresh produce supply chain are using technology to stem the tidal wave of food waste.
Hazel Tech hires director of retail business development
Hazel Technologies Inc. announces Tommy Caruana has joined the company as director of business development retail.
With more than 10 years of experience in the perishable retail sector, Caruana’s expertise ranges from procurement and category management to merchandising and marketing analytics. Most recently Caruana served as procurement manager of produce & floral at Wakefern Food Corp. During his time at Wakefern, Caruana held progressive responsibilities leading diverse teams and overseeing $1B+ of produce procurement for six banners across the Northeast. In addition, he built retail programs to drive top line sales and worked closely with quality assurance teams to ensure the highest standards and best practices.
February 19, 2021
Hazel Technologies Inc., a USDA-supported technology company delivering new solutions for fresh produce to extend shelf-life, increase sales, and combat food waste, announced Kellen Stailey Martin has joined the company as vice president of marketing.
Kellen Stailey Martin
With over 15 years of experience in the produce industry, Martin’s expertise ranges from marketing and product development to sales and merchandising. Most recently Martin served as vice president of marketing for Grimmway Farms, leading both marketing and merchandising teams across North America. Prior to Grimmway, Martin held leadership roles in sales and marketing at Sunshine Bouquet, one of the largest cut flower producers in South America.
Hazel Tech® brings on new VP marketing
Hazel Technologies Inc., a USDA-supported technology company delivering solutions for fresh produce to extend shelf-life and combat food waste, announced that Kellen Stailey Martin has joined the company as vice-president, marketing.
With more than 15 years of experience in the produce industry, Martin’s expertise ranges from marketing and product development to sales and merchandising. Most recently Martin served as vice-president of marketing for Grimmway Farms, leading both marketing and merchandising teams across North America. Prior to Grimmway, Martin held leadership roles in sales and marketing at Sunshine Bouquet, a cut flower producer in South America.