Friesland, Wisconsin — Alsum Farms & Produce Inc., a leading fresh market grower, packer and shipper of Wisconsin grown potatoes, onions and provider of fresh, quality produce, announces the recent addition of Gary Stevens to the national sales team.
In his new position, Stevens will be responsible for procuring and servicing national retail, food service and wholesale grocer accounts.
“Alsum Farms & Produce is very excited to have Gary join our growing team,” says Heidi Alsum-Randall, National Sales and Marketing Manager of Alsum Farms & Produce. “His knowledge of the produce industry coupled with his wide array of work experiences in business development, sales and customer relations make Gary a perfect fit for Alsum.”
Stevens brings more than two decades of experience in the produce industry to Alsum Farms & Produce. He began his career with A&P as a produce manager, worked with Albert ‘s Organics in various roles and served as a regional sales manager at Herbthyme Farms. Most recently, Stevens served as the organic team lead at Sunfed, where he was successful gaining a stronger market presence for their organic program. Stevens is a graduate of the University of Delaware. In his free time, Stevens enjoys spending time with his family, swimming, running and biking.
From a professional standpoint, Stevens remains dedicated to the industry and continuing to increase his knowledge from field to fork.
“I look forward to helping Alsum Farms & Produce on various company initiatives and gaining more knowledge about the potato and onion categories,” Stevens says. “I am excited to be part of this ever-growing family business that began more than 40 years ago.”
To learn more about Alsum Farms & Produce, its full-line of products, healthy potato recipes and the nutritional benefits of potatoes, visit www.alsum.com.
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About Alsum Farms & Produce Inc.
Alsum Farms & Produce, Inc., is a grower, packer and shipper of potatoes, re-packer of onions and a wholesale distributor of a full line of fresh fruits and vegetables. Headquartered in Friesland, Wisconsin, Alsum Farms is also a member of the eco-friendly Wisconsin potato Healthy Grown® initiative.
Source: Alsum Farms & Produce Inc.