CORAL GABLES, FL - Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., a global leader in fresh and fresh-cut fruit and vegetables, announced the appointment of Mark Gagnon as Vice President of Sales – South Region to accelerate growth across the Southern States.

Gagnon, who rejoined Fresh Del Monte effective June 2, 2025, will oversee commercial strategy and customer engagement across the region. He reports directly to Danny Dumas, Senior Vice President of Sales, Product Management, and Marketing for North America.

With more than 30 years of senior-level experience in sales strategy, business development, and customer management, Gagnon has held leadership roles at Dole, Chiquita, Chobani, Kalera, and Seald Sweet. He previously served at Fresh Del Monte from 2014 to 2020. Throughout his career, he has built lasting partnerships with national and regional retailers and is widely recognized for driving category growth while leading high-performing sales teams.

“Mark’s deep expertise in sales and strategic growth will be instrumental as we expand our footprint across the South region,” said Dumas. “His return strengthens our leadership team and reinforces our commitment to delivering value for our customers and long-term growth for Fresh Del Monte.”

Gagnon’s appointment underscores Fresh Del Monte’s focus on enhancing commercial operations and deepening customer partnerships across North America. His regional insight and proven track record position him to drive results and support the company’s mission of delivering fresh, high-quality produce across the Southern U.S.