Monterey Mushrooms names Chief Commercial Officer

DALLAS, Texas — Sept. 21, 2026 — Monterey Mushrooms BB #:116075, a leading marketer of fresh mushrooms, today announced that Tom Thompson has joined the company as Chief Commercial Officer, effective September 14, 2026.

Thompson will be based at the company’s headquarters in Dallas and report to Chris Abbott, President of Monterey Mushrooms.

Thompson brings more than 20 years of experience across the food, agriculture, and fresh produce industries. He most recently served as Chief Revenue Officer at State Garden, where he led commercial strategies across a branded and private label portfolio. Before that, he was Chief Revenue Officer at Revol Greens, where he helped expand the company’s national footprint and build partnerships with leading grocery and foodservice organizations.

“The mushroom category faced challenges in the past few years, but we see significant opportunities ahead driven by growing consumer interest in healthy and functional food, organic offerings, and value-added products,” said Abbott. “Tom’s experience and strategic mindset will help us capitalize on those trends, strengthen our commercial execution, and bring new solutions to our retail and foodservice customers.”

The appointment is part of a broader series of investments Monterey Mushrooms is making in commercial talent, technology, and infrastructure across its fresh mushroom business.

About Monterey Mushrooms
Founded in 1971, Monterey Mushrooms is passionate about enhancing people’s lives with fresh, locally-grown mushrooms sourced from strategically located farms in the United States. Dedicated teams harvest vitamin D-rich mushrooms daily to ensure the delivery of the freshest, whole and sliced varieties to favorite grocery stores and restaurants across the country. Monterey Mushrooms is proud of its 55-year legacy and unwavering
commitment to innovation, sustainability, and food safety. Learn more about Monterey Mushrooms’ offerings at www.montereymushrooms.com and through their social channels: Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn

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Lindsey Occhipinti, Monterey Mushrooms
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