Santiago, Chile – The Chilean Avocado Importers Association (CAIA) has announced today that professional golfer Joaquin Niemann has signed a partnership with Avocados from Chile in an ambassador role that will focus on celebrating the decorated golfer’s Chilean roots to speak to avocado consumers through the company’s US marketing program.
“This partnership is an exciting milestone for the Chilean Avocado Importers Association and we’re thrilled to bring on Joaquin as part of our mission to shine the spotlight on Chile, the land of avocados,” says Jorge Covarrubias, Chairman, Chilean Avocado Importers Association. “Joaquin has an impressive list of accomplishments at only 19 years of age, and we know he is only just beginning.”
Niemann was the number one ranked golfer in the World Amateur Golf Ranking for 44 weeks, from May 2017 to April 2018, when he turned professional. He now has four top-?eight finishes and has earned enough FedEx Cup points to become a Special Temporary Member on the PGA Tour, the youngest to do that since Sergio Garcia in 1999.
“I’m very proud to be Chilean and I love my country,” says Niemann. “Working with Avocados from Chile is a natural fit for me, as I incorporate avocados into my diet to stay healthy and perform my best on the course. I’m looking forward to helping share that message with American consumers.”
The partnership, a first of this size for the brand, will include social media and television spots in the U.S. market during the 2019/19 Chilean avocado season.
About the Chilean Avocado Importers Association
The Chilean Avocado Importers Association is composed of Chilean avocado importers, exporters, and producers. Based in San Carlos, CA, the Association's main objective is to conduct market development activities and promotions to increase the consumption of Chilean Hass Avocados in the United States. The U.S. is the second largest export market for Avocados from Chile. The season runs from September – March. Learn more at: http://www.avocadosfromchile.org
Source: Chilean Avocado Importers Association