2O2O Membership Directory 2 2020 NABC MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY Together, growing the blueberry industry! Dear NABC members, Welcome to the new NABC Membership Directory! We’re excited to share all the details on our members and provide this guide as an additional resource for connecting and collaborating with each other. Like many things at NABC, this revamped directory has a new look and feel, and introduces you to our new leadership and direction. From an updated committee structure, to new ways to get involved, to an inspiring strategic plan, we’re well on our KEN PATTERSON way to reimagining the many ways NABC can support growers, NABC Chair handlers and associate members. We hope you’ll take a few minutes to read about our most recent advocacy efforts, understand the exciting direction we’re taking thanks to our new strategic plan, and get to know your committee leaders, members and others that make up the NABC community. Then, join our reinvigorated effort to work together to grow our industry. Here we go! KASEY CRONQUIST NABC President Ken Patterson Kasey Cronquist NABC Chair NABC President 2020 NABC MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY 3 A new plan for a reimagined organization In early 2020, the NABC embarked Objectives on the process of creating a new COLLABORATION AND strategic plan to help the organization ADVOCACY AND INFLUENCE PARTNERSHIPS identify what matters most and Build and advance a policy platform Build strong relationships with guide us in creating a bright future that rallies the industry and industry groups, domestic and for the blueberry industry that presents a united voice to effect foreign, to enhance cooperation includes measurable goals. positive change. and provide an environment in which all can succeed. That plan, approved in June, INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP includes a new mission, vision and Convene the industry to address COMMUNICATION key objectives for the organization, critical issues that advance practice Communicate on a regular basis all with an eye on maintaining the and drive success and profitability. as a source of timely, credible high value of the blueberry while information on industry trend advocating for a profitable future. SOURCE OF INFORMATION and issues. AND PRACTICE The strategic plan puts forth a Provide data, information and INDUSTRY UNITY/COMMUNITY positive and collaborative road map educational opportunities that Reach out and engage all interests in to growing a vibrant and prosperous support business growth and the industry supply chain to facilitate industry, and positions the NABC sound decision-making. exchange and understanding. to lead the way over the next five to 10 years. MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Build a strong base of committed Here are some of the key elements members through an intentional of the plan: outreach effort. Vision NABC is a recognized leader and trusted partner in addressing issues, opportunities and industry practices that drive success and profitability in the production and distribution of blueberries in North America and around the world. Mission The North American Blueberry Council (NABC) is the united voice, advocate and resource serving the interests of the highbush blueberry industry. 4 2020 NABC MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY NABC FOCUS AND IDENTITY Clarify and communicate a compelling NABC value proposition. CAPACITY Ensure adequate and sustainable human and financial resources to carry out the NABC mission. VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Engage members and others in meaningful work and identify and cultivate a growing pool of potential leaders. STRUCTURE (MEMBERSHIP, DUES, GOVERNANCE, OPERATIONS) Modernize NABC structure, governance and operations to increase efficiency and effectiveness. 2020 NABC MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY 5 A unified voice for the blueberry industry NABC is on the front lines, advocating We’re also guiding blueberry growers for the blueberry industry in state on how to be advocates in their capitals and Washington, D.C. communities and at the state level. During our first ever Hill Climb in It’s all part of our multi-tiered plan to March as part of our revamped Spring keep the blueberry industry front and Meetings, we met with policymakers center with lawmakers, influencers and appointed ag leaders to share and the USDA. the stories of our growers, advocate for smart ag policy and explain the NABC focuses its advocacy efforts challenges growers are facing. on these critical topics: Our reconstituted Legislative • Increasing the highbush blueberry Committee also takes an active industry’s representation and leadership role on behalf of the profile within USDA’s procurement blueberry industry on the topics programs. that matter most to our members. • Improving access to foreign And our lobbyist, Dan Haley, provides markets. professional guidance and ensures • Advocating for fair trade policy. the voices of blueberry growers are • Adding our voice to the Farm heard at the highest levels. Workforce Modernization Act. 6 2020 NABC MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY 2020 NABC MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY 7 NABC Officers March 2O2O – February 2O21 NABC Chair: Ken Patterson Treasurer: Art Galletta Island Grove Ag Products Inc. Atlantic Blueberry Company 2600 SE 193 Avenue 7201 Weymouth Road Hawthorne, Florida 32640 Hammonton, NJ 08037 (352) 481-5558 (609) 561-8600 [email protected] [email protected] 1st Vice Chair: Pat Goin Assistant Treasurer: Lorrie Merker Goin’s Blueberry Lane Michigan Blueberry Growers Association 3340 South 750 West P.O. Box 322 North Judson, IN 46366 Grand Junction, MI 49056-0322 (574) 896-2283 (269) 434-6791 [email protected] [email protected] Second Vice Chair: Teddy Koukoulis Past Chair: Tom Bodtke Wish Farms Bodtke Farms/Cornerstone Ag 1000 Stearn Street 61747 CR 388 Plant City, Florida 33563 South Haven, MI 49090 (813) 600-8879 (269) 637- 2899 [email protected] [email protected] Secretary: Ellie Norris President: Kasey Cronquist 8181 Oak Hill Road NABC Roseburg, OR 97471 81 Blue Ravine Road, Suite 110 Norris Blueberry Farms Folsom, CA 95630 (541) 459-3274 (916) 983-2279 [email protected] [email protected] 8 2020 NABC MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY Area Representatives British Columbia: Anju Gill Mississippi/Louisiana: Don van de Werken BC Blueberry Council J&D Blueberry Farm 275 32160 South Fraser Way 574 Slade Woodward Road Abbotsford, BC V2S 6H1 Poplarville, MS 39470 (604) 864-2117 (504) 782-0779 [email protected] [email protected] California: Todd Sanders New Jersey: Denny Doyle California Blueberry Commission Atlantic Blueberry 2565 Alluvial Avenue, Suite 182 7201 Weymouth Road Clovis, CA 93611 Hammonton, NJ 08037 (559) 225-3000 (609) 561-8600 [email protected] [email protected] Florida: Ken Patterson North Carolina: Neil Moore Island Grove Ag Products Inc. Ivanhoe Blueberry Farms 2600 SE 193 Avenue 3550 Ivanhoe Road Hawthorne, Florida 32640 Ivanhoe, NC 28447 (352) 481-5558 (910) 532-2880 [email protected] Georgia/Southern States: Alex Cornelius Cornelius Farms Oregon: Doug Krahmer 6488 Cornelius Road Berries Northwest Manor, GA 31505 19664 Arbor Grove Road Northeast (912) 281-4160 St. Paul, OR 97137 [email protected] (503) 678-2822 [email protected] Indiana: Pat Goin Goin’s Blueberry Lane Quebec/Lowbush: Jean Senneville 3340 South 750 West Senco Inc. North Judson, IN 46366 1459 Sacre-Coeur Boulevard (574) 896-2283 Saint Felicien, Quebec [email protected] Canada G8K 1B3 (418) 679-1472 Mexico: Jose Luis Bustamante [email protected] San Juan Bosco 4299, Col. Lomas De Guadalupe Washington: Alan Schreiber Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico 45038 Washington Blueberry Commission (33) 1071-0088 2621 Ringold Road [email protected] Eltopia, WA 99330 (509) 266-4300 Michigan/Indiana: George Fritz Jr. Mobile: (509) 539-4537 Brookside Farms [email protected] 37404 CR 388 Gobles, MI 49055 (269) 521-6244 [email protected] 2020 NABC MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY 9 2O2O-2O22 NABC Committees Bylaws Review Committee Good Management Practices Committee Maintains bylaws, reviews and proposes updates as Maintains consumer confidence and ensures consumers needed, helps interpret bylaws when necessary. receive a safe, wholesome product through information and education; educates growers and handlers on best Lorrie Merker, Chair practices and regulations governing safe food production; John Bennett supports the industry’s quality control programs; assists Bob Carini with the NABC/USHBC crisis management plan; deals Denny Doyle with any issues the USHBC Good Management Practices Art Galletta Committee is precluded from addressing. Mike Mainland Roy Malensky Denny Doyle, Chair Ken Patterson, NABC Chair Cort Brazelton Verne Gingerich Pat Goin Executive Committee Roy Malensky Keith Refsnider Acts as the primary contact with the president and Ken Patterson, NABC Chair provides advice and guidance. Consists of the elected NABC officers. Legislative Committee Ken Patterson, Chair Pat Goin, 1st Vice Chair Serves as the NABC voice in legislative matters; helps Teddy Kokoulis, 2nd Vice Chair coordinate member responses to potential issues; and Ellie Norris, Secretary participates in legislative and governmental education Art Galletta, Treasurer efforts with other ag groups. The NABC first vice president Lorrie Merker, Assistant Treasurer chairs this committee. Tom Bodtke, Past Chair Pat Goin, Chair Cort Brazelton Finance Committee Bob Carini Denny Doyle Oversees the finances of the council, including Brittany Lee recommendation and monitoring of the annual budget; Jeff Malensky assessment collection