DAVENPORT, IA - We love seeing industry leaders get the recognition they deserve! Hy-Vee’s Greg Kimmel was recently honored by the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) with a coveted Retail Produce Manager Award.

“I am so incredibly honored to win this award,” Kimmel commented. “There is a reason why I’ve been in produce for 38 years. I am passionate about the work and it makes it even easier when you work with a great team.”

Kimmel’s impressive tenure with Hy-Vee began in 1985. For the past 23 years, he has led top-performing produce departments across the company.

The 38-year veteran of Hy-Vee and Produce Manager at the Utica Ridge Hy-Vee in Davenport, Iowa, is among 15 produce aces being nationally recognized by IFPA for the creative merchandising techniques that he brings to the produce aisles, a press release explained.

“When customers visit the Utica Ridge Hy-Vee, the first thing they see are Greg’s eye-catching produce displays,” said Ryan Roberts, Executive Vice President, Perishables at Hy-Vee. “His creativity and extensive product knowledge make him very deserving of this award.”

Each year, IFPA selects 15 Produce Managers across the United States and Canada to receive this prestigious award. Nominees are judged on their merchandising skills, leadership, and community involvement. Of the 15 chosen managers, five are named grand-prize recipients at the association’s Global Produce & Floral Show, which will be held on October 19–21 in Anaheim, California.

Congrats to Greg Kimmel on this exciting accomplishment!

Hy-Vee International Fresh Produce Association