Del Monte Fresh exec Danny Dumas resigns, Cerioli to expand role with company
Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. announced that Danny Dumas resigned from the company effective May 29.
During his tenure of over 20 years with Del Monte Fresh Produce, Danny has held several positions, including vice president operations, Europe & Africa; vice president North America sales and product management (Banana and Pineapple Programs), as well as district sales manager, Canada.
Dumas was promoted in April 2019. He also is a board member of the United Fresh Produce Association.
“We extend our appreciation and gratitude to Danny for all his many contributions over the years and wish him well in his next endeavor,” said Youssef Zakharia, president and chief operating officer.
Cerioli expands role
Del Monte Fresh Produce also announced that Annunciata (Nucci) Cerioli is expanding her responsibilities from SVP, operations, North America to include sales and product management for North America and is promoted to the new role of senior vice president, North America effective May 13.
In this role, Cerioli will lead the company’s North American region in the development and execution of regional sales, operations and product management strategies and programs to deliver long-term and sustainable business growth for the region.
Cerioli joined the company in November 2018 and has over 25 years of experience in operations and supply chain with companies like Kellogg, Borden and Libbey, including functional depth in manufacturing, logistics, quality assurance and safety. She also has experience in business turnaround, network optimization and the implementation of global manufacturing systems.
“I am delighted to have Nucci bring her experience, creativity and strong leadership capabilities to the combined operations, sales and product management function for our North America region and to recognize her for the outstanding work and contributions she has brought to our company over the past 18 months,” said Zakharia. “I am confident that our consolidated operations, sales and product management function for North America under Nucci’s leadership will further enhance efficiencies and drive growth in the region.”
