FPFC Apprentice Program

In an effort to help prepare the industry leaders of tomorrow, the Fresh Produce & Floral Council has established the FPFC Apprentice Program, a benefit offered to member companies for individuals across all sectors of the industry, from sales to accounting and food safety to logistics.The FPFC Apprentice Program was designed to provide a complete overview of the supply chain and professional skills and networking opportunities to professionals looking to increase their knowledge of the industry and develop the skills and understanding to take on leadership roles.  Each Apprentice is assigned an industry mentor to facilitate introductions at networking events and provide guidance and feedback during the program.The FPFC Apprentice Program accepts applications at the beginning of the calendar year. The program runs from April through December. Applications are open from November 2025 to January 2026.

2025 FPFC Foundation Board of Directors

Andrew Bivens
Chair
Westlake Produce
abivens@westlakeproduce.com
Kori Martin
Vice Chair
Oppy
korma@oppy.com
Blair Butterworth
Secretary
Fresh Gourmet
bbutterworth@sugarfoods.com
Lynnie Nojadera
Past Chair
lynnie.nojadera@gmail.com
Veronica Rodarte
Director
Progressive Produce
veronica@progressiveproduce.com
Kristen Reid
Director
MIXTEC Group
kristenr@mixtec.net
Michael Schutt
Director
Bay Area Herbs
opiehd@comcast.net
Tom Stentzel
Director
tom@stentzelgroup.com
Dennis Gertmenian
Director
dennis@foxdaleproperties.com
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