BAKERSFIELD, CA - The former Vice President of Organic Sales for Grimmway/Cal Organic, Todd Linsky, is taking on an international endeavor that he says will work to bring all aspects of the organic industry together. And it’s called TLC.

“Allowing the TLC team the freedom to represent all facets of the industry will bring a fresh perspective,” Todd said in a press release. “It becomes about a bigger vision and mission now. We are working to bridge the gap between the growers, wholesalers and retail channels; helping increase supply and working towards creating sustainable relationships.”

Todd has 28 years of experience in the industry, having begun his journey through produce as a clerk/manager at a natural foods store in San Diego, and having worked his way through several positions and forming connections. He is now bringing all that knowledge to this new international company designed, according to the release, to grow the organic industry forward for the coming generations.

Todd’s associations include:

• The Organic Center President and Chairman of the Board
• First organic industry representative on the United States Department of Agriculture, Fruit and Vegetable Advisory Committee, appointed by Secretary of Agriculture, Ann Veneman
• Organic Trade Association, Board of Directors
  • Executive Committee
  • Marketing Committee
  • International Trade Member
  • Sustainability Forum

• National Breast Cancer Foundation Board of Directors.
• Organic Agriculture and Products Education Institute Board of Directors.
• California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) Marketing Committee.
• Produce Electronic Identification Board (PEIB) Director.
• Organically Grown Company Board of Directors.
• United Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Association, Member.
• Produce Marketing Association, Member.
• Whole Foods Vendor Council and Planning Summit Member.
• Wild Oats Vendor Council Member.
• Foreign Agricultural Services – Organic Trade Mission 2010.
• Named most Innovative Vendor of the Year by the AHOLD Corporation.
• Speaker/Moderator Natural Products Expo, All Things Organic Show, ECO Farm Conference, multiple vendor meetings, and private food shows.

Todd says TLC (Todd Linsky Consulting) will bring a quality of service and balanced approach to the organic industry not yet available in the marketplace.

“Our goal is to help build brands and increase supplies while maintaining the integrity of the natural products industry,” Todd said in the release, adding that TLC focuses on serving comprehensive needs of businesses worldwide. “Our team is in place to help you grow beyond your expectations.”

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