TAMPA, FL - A new leader has made her way onto the scene, as IFCO Systems Worldwide has recently announced its new President of IFCO North America, Candice Herndon.

“I am thrilled to join IFCO,” said Herndon. “The company’s vision of an efficient, sustainable fresh food supply chain is imperative now, more than ever. I look forward to working with IFCO leadership, the North American team, our customers, and the entire fresh food supply chain to advance that mission.”

Herndon most recently held the position of Vice President, First Mile Solutions (FMS) and Key European Accounts, at CHEP, according to a press release. During this time, Herndon was responsible for overseeing the growth of Brambles’ plastic pallet and containers division in Europe, and also developed new products and supply-chain strategies to not only eliminate waste, but lower risk and costs. Prior to her role as Vice President of FMS and Key European Accounts, Herndon held various key leadership positions at CHEP.

Since joining the company back in 2006, Herndon has occupied roles in strategic planning, brand strategy, supply chain solutions, customer value creation, and sustainability and regulatory affairs. Before bringing her leadership skills to CHEP, Herndon also worked for Accenture, performing strategy and management consulting services across multiple industry sectors.

As President of IFCO North America, Herndon will report to IFCO CEO, Michael Pooley, effective immediately. She will be taking over for Dan Martin, who previously held the role and will remain with the company until May 15, 2020.

“I am pleased to welcome Candice to the IFCO team,” said Pooley. “Her strong leadership skills and proven track record in strategic planning, customer collaboration and innovation, and operational excellence make her the ideal person to lead our North American business. I would also like to thank Dan Martin for his great leadership and service over the last three years at IFCO. Dan has done an excellent job in improving the performance of the IFCO North America business and helping the business secure significant contracts.”

Herndon obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration with an emphasis in Operations Management from the University of Georgia, as well as an MBA in Corporate Finance from Emory University. Herndon also expanded her education with Executive Education Leadership Development Programs in France at the Centre Europeen d’Education Permanente (CEDEP).

Congratulations to Candice Herndon on her new position! We at ANUK are excited to see where her expertise will lead IFCO.

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