Loxahatchee, FL: As part of ongoing efforts to expand the leadership team and keep pace with organizational growth, J&J Family of Farms as appointed Tom Travers as Chief Operating Officer (COO).
Effective June 15, Travers assumed the COO role where he is responsible for overseeing operations, sourcing, sales and transportation and will have full P&L responsibility.
“We are fortunate to have someone with Tom’s leadership abilities and experience join our team,” said Lynn Rundle, J&J Family of Farms Chairman of the Board. “Tom Travers is not only a seasoned veteran, he is also a proven and respected leader with exceptional strengths in building teams and driving results.”
Travers comes to J&J with a strong resume of produce experience including his most recent role as the Vice President and General Manager of Harvest Sensations. Additionally Travers has worked as Director of Operations for Cabbage, Inc., General Manager for Eastern Propak, and Director of Operations for Southern Specialties.
When asked about his new role with J&J, Travers commented, “I am very excited to have this opportunity to leverage my experience in the produce industry to support the growth of J&J.” Travers continued, “J&J has shown a commitment for future growth and I look forward to working with the entire team as we continue to grow and enhance the reputation of J&J Family of Farms as a premier grower and shipper of high quality produce.”
Travers is a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He and his wife, Cheryl, reside in South Florida and have three children.
About J&J Family of Farms: Established in 1983, J&J Family of Farms specializes in growing cucumbers, bell peppers, squash, tomatoes and eggplant. J&J manages over 3,000 acres of production from their own farms and partners, and has operations in Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, Texas, Arizona, Mexico and the Dominican Republic. For more information visit, JJFamilyofFarms.com.
Source: J&J Family of Farms
