Chuck Ciruli News Today

Doug Johnson has joined PennRose Farms as senior vice president of sales. With a successful track record in various aspects of the business, Johnson brings a wealth of experience to the PennRose Farms team. His expertise lies not only in mentoring and developing sales professionals, but in building strong and meaningful customer relationships that extend throughout the entire customer base.

Grow Farms Texas adds to its sales team

Norma McClain has joined Grow Farms Texas as a member of its sales and marketing team in McAllen, TX. As an account sales team member, McClain will primarily be responsible for growing sales with direct retail and foodservice accounts, but she will also play an integral role in liaising between sales and growers.

The first arrivals of Champagne Mangos from Ciruli Bros. have arrived in the United States, said Chris Ciruli, COO of Ciruli Bros. Operating out of Rio Rico, AZ, Ciruli Bros. is a third-generation grower and shipper, specializing in Champagne mangos.

Dene Iliff, a longtime produce veteran based in south Texas, died Tuesday, March 1. “Few people make a lasting impact in your life the way that Dene did,” said Chris Ciruli, a close friend of almost 25 years. “He was one of my mentors and one of the best managers I’ve known. He had a knack for identifying good talent and developing them in their careers. I’ll always remember him as a gentleman with a kind voice and an impeccable work ethic.”