Mann Packing receives certification as a Women's Business Enterprise
Salinas, CA
Mann Packing has been awarded with a certification as a Woman’s Business Enterprise through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).
“We are honored to receive this world-class certification from WBENC,” says Lorri Koster, board chairman and CEO. “This certification is nationally accepted by major corporations and select government entities. The process was rigorous, multi-faceted and thorough to say the least.”
As part of the qualification process this year, Mann expanded its board of directors to include two female non-family members: Elin Dowd and Betsy Sanders.
Koster said, “We are honored to have the caliber of executives such as Elin and Betsy serving on our board. They are a great resource and strong cultural fit.”
Karen Caplan, president and CEO of Frieda’s, Inc., stated, “Congratulations to Mann Packing on receiving this important business designation. As a fellow women business enterprise in the produce industry, I can affirm the additional value a supplier with such designation can bring to retailers and foodservice companies.”
WBENC Certification ensures that applicants are 51 percent owned, operated and controlled by a woman or group of women.
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