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LEONARD BATTI
Senior Partner
Leonard began his produce career in 1978 and has literally learned the business from the ground up. In that time he has acquired "hands on" experience in managing farming, harvesting, processing, cooling, distribution, information technology, finance and administration, product development, purchasing, QA/food safety and sales & marketing. He has traveled the world observing and learning from the global produce community. He frequently speaks on industry issues and has served on several industry association boards. Leonard manages the MIXTEC office in Monterey, California.
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Over 3 years of executive search experience |
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Over 30 years of senior management experience in agribusiness including: |
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 Vice President Production & Processing, NewStar Fresh Foods |
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Senior Vice President, Apio |
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Vice President Value-Added Operations, Dole Fresh Vegetables |
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Vice President Operations, SaladTime/Tanimura & Antle |
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Director of Farming Operations, Fresh Express |
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Current association involvement |
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PMA, Membership Task Force |
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PMA FIT Contributor |
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Former board involvement |
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PMA Main Board |
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PMA Foodservice Board |
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International Fresh-cut Produce Association |
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National and international industry spokesperson |
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Strategic advisor to industry's senior management |
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