Calavo names sales manager for export division

SANTA PAULA, CA (Nasdaq: CVGW) May 15, 2024 – Calavo Growers BB #:113203, a global leader in the fresh and processed avocado industry, is pleased to announce that Guido Doddoli Cárdenas has joined the company as Sales Manager, Export Division for Calavo Foods.

In this role, Doddoli will be focus on building and managing sales for the Calavo’s guacamole and processed avocado business in Mexico, the United States, and other international markets.

Doddoli comes to Calavo with an illustrious family heritage & deep rooted experience in the Mexican avocado industry, including growing, production and project management in fresh and processed avocados.

Prior to joining the Sales team at Calavo, Guido worked as Sales Manager for Grupo Freza where he expanded the company’s portfolio in the US market and worked to facilitate entry into new markets in Europe, Oceania, Mexico and the United States. He also brings innovation and product development experience to his new role with diversification into industrial and foodservice markets.

“The addition of Guido will add tremendous value to our experienced Sales team. We are eager to tap into Guido’s aptitude and network as we continue to build our retail and foodservice programs and look forward to his impact” stated Ron Araiza, EVP for Calavo’s Foods Division.

Doddoli’s role with Calavo began on April 30th, and reports to Ron Araiza, EVP. His position is based in Uruapan, Michoacan, Mexico where Calavo’s avocado processing facility is located.

About Calavo Growers, Inc.
Calavo Growers, Inc. (Nasdaq: CVGW) is a global leader in quality produce, including avocados, tomatoes and papayas, and a pioneer of HPP guacamole and avocado based foods. Calavo products are sold under the trusted Calavo brand name, proprietary sub-brands, private label, and store brands. Founded in 1924, Calavo has a rich culture of constant innovation, sustainable practices, and market growth. The company serves retail grocery, foodservice, club stores, mass merchandisers, food distributors and wholesalers worldwide. Calavo is headquartered in Santa Paula, California, with processing plants and packing facilities throughout the U.S. and Mexico. Learn more about The Family of Fresh™ at calavo.com.

Corporate Contact:
Lindsay Martinez, Corp. Marketing Manager
lindsaym@calavo.com
805.921.3283

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