Sun World Names Carolina Uquillas as South American Licensing Manager
Sun World is welcoming accomplished Chilean grape breeder and agronomist Carolina Uquillas to manage all of the company’s fruit licensing business throughout Brazil, Chile, and Peru. She will be based at the California company’s Santiago, Chile office, according to a press release.
“Carolina brings keen knowledge of variety development and best production practices as well as an appreciation for what brands and unique varieties can accomplish for progressive grower-marketers,” said David Marguleas, Executive Vice President. “Carolina worked closely with growers throughout Chile, has a keen understanding of the fruit industry and supply chain, and is eager to apply her experience and energy to Sun World, its varieties and brands.”
Carolina previously led the Chilean government’s INIA grape breeding program for the past six years. She was responsible for developing new varieties, designing crosses, and evaluating selections as well as assisting with the commercialization of varieties.
Congratulations on joining the Sun World team, Carolina!
