Sep. 26, 2011
Shuman Produce is partnering with Susan G. Komen for the Cure this October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The company will support the cause with a $20,000 dollar donation as well as newly designed packaging for RealSweet Onions featuring the honorable pink ribbon and healthy recipes. President and Director of Sales, John Shuman, stated, “Shuman Produce is dedicated to supporting the search for the cures for breast cancer, and our new packaging extends to consumers the commitment we’ve made to the cause.”
Seald Sweet is announcing that David Brocksmith is joining the company’s current sales team as Account Executive. Brocksmith brings twenty years of talent and skill to the company. CEO Mayda Sotomayor, stated, “We are excited to welcome new talent to our team and look forward to the success and opportunities David will bring to Seald Sweet through his experience in the industry.”
One of the largest distributors and marketers of fresh produce to restaurant and cruise line industries is expanding its reach into the southeast. Kingston & Associates Marketing, LLC is announcing its intentions to begin fully integrating with Kingston Cross Dock & Cold Storage, its Southeast warehouse facility. Dave Kingston, CEO and majority owner of the businesses at Kingston Companies, states, “Our Company prides itself on its service level and long-term relationships within the industry. It is key that we continue to develop and integrate our services to continually add value to these relationships. I see this integration as a perfect example of just that.”

