The New York Produce Show and Conference’s invitation-only Rising Star Reception, Dec. 5, honored the 2023 class of 40 Under 40 award winners. The reception was sponsored by Produce Business, MIXTEC Group and D’Arrigo New York.
Held in the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel, New York Ballroom East, in advance of the opening cocktail reception, the celebration included current award winners, individuals recognized in previous years, as well as family and friends.
The 14th annual New York Produce Show and Conference (NYPS) opened Dec. 5. The event had a record audience of more than 5,000 executives attending the one-day trade show and three co-located events. There were 350-plus exhibiting companies and a record of 41 sponsors. The New York Produce Show is organized by Produce Business and the Eastern Produce Council.
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The following 2023 40 Under 40 class was recognized:
Lauren Anderes, Pedro Balderrama, Daniel J. Barabino, Corrine Barry, Troy Bland, Caleb Brown, Jenna Busby, Gabriela Chavez, John Collotti, Kelsey Crusha, Tyler Davis, Giovanni Espinosa, Becky Fanion, Joshua Gatcke, Jacob Gelyana, Nicole Gordy, Alyssa Hind, Amanda Horney, Billy Itule, Austin Kirtley, Joseph Klick, Karan Kohli, Frank Manfredi Jr., Melanie Marcus, Taylor Martin, Tyler Neu, Jessica Oliva, Mayra A. Marin Oviedo, John Paap, Cal Parker, Jacob S. Rabon, Cliff Riner, Caite Rought, Jacob Serck, Christina Stipe, Rachel Syngo, Justin E. Thurow, John Robert Tramutola III, Kevin Wilkinson and Ashley Yager.
You can read more about these individuals in the June issue of Produce Business. To nominate someone for next year’s class of 40 Under 40 leaders, email editor@producebusiness.com.
COCKTAIL RECEPTION
The New York Produce Show opening cocktail reception Dec. 5, at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel was the place for old friends, new acquaintances and industry colleagues to connect and celebrate. People from around the globe mingled, and the conversations and networking made it an evening to remember.
In addition to Produce Business magazine, the opening cocktail reception sponsors included Famous Software.
SAVE THE DATE!
Mark your calendar for next year’s New York Produce Show and Conference: Dec. 10-12, 2024.
And exhibitors, book your booth now, as there’s a limited time to maintain the current booth rate. Visit www.nyproduceshow.com/exhibit2024 or talk to your sales representative before Jan. 10 to lock in the 2023 rate!
