Fresh Del Monte Produce names head of specialty ingredients division

Fresh Del Monte Produce has named an executive charged with driving the growth of its specialty ingredients division.

Deema Anani, chief commercial officer (specialty ingredients), will be based in Dubai, Anani and report to chair and CEO Mohammad Abu-Ghazaleh, according to a news release. She will work closely with Nizar Haddad, who leads innovation, and Imad Farhat, who oversees specialty ingredients.

The trio will lead Fresh Del Monte’s Biomass initiative, launched in 2024. This initiative aims to transform residues and byproducts into high-value solutions that enhance soil health, advance wellness and find new applications to contribute to a circular economy.

“Deema’s leadership in commercial strategy and business development, coupled with her ability to drive growth across complex industries, makes her an invaluable addition to our leadership team,” Abu-Ghazaleh said in the release. “Her expertise will be essential in advancing our Biomass initiative, a key part of our vision to drive growth while developing more sustainable solutions.”

Anani brings more than two decades of experience in revenue optimization, strategic growth and commercial development. She most recently served as chief commercial officer at Queen Alia International Airport’s Airport International Group, where she led food and beverage, duty-free, retail and real estate operations. She has also held leadership roles at Dubai Holding, IBM Consulting, and Chemonics International.