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Kapi Kapi Growers Builds On Logistics Team With New Hires

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Latishia Bryant and Sharonda Masters

Last updated on September 6th, 2022

Miami, Florida-based Kapi Kapi Growers, a producer of pineapples and bananas, has hired Latishia Bryant and Sharonda Masters.

With nearly 14 years of experience in fresh produce transportation logistics, Bryant joined Kapi Kapi as logistics manager with a focus on program execution and relationship building for the company. Bryant brings knowledge in supply chain management and leadership by fostering teamwork and cultivating a focused approach to problem solving.

Most recently, Masters joined Kapi Kapi as the logistics coordinator working with Bryant. Masters brings eight years of experience as a transportation coordinator focused on fresh produce. She will be helping Bryant with day-to-day responsibilities that ensures Kapi Kapi delivers product on time to its customers.

Earlier this month, Kapi Kapi announced its plans to expand throughout the U.S. The addition of these women further supports the company’s goals to work with various ports around the country that will enable them to serve more customers.

“We are currently exploring a variety of different opportunities to connect with more logistics partners and are looking to build more relationships with various ports,” Bryant said. “I’m honored to be a part of this company and look forward to continuing to grow our team and establish a presence for Kapi Kapi within the U.S.”

Kapi Kapi is a family-run operation with more than 30 years of experience growing bananas and pineapple. As the largest carbon-neutral certified banana grower in Costa Rica and Latin America, the company aims to expand its customer base to support retailers in need of a private label partner, as well as those looking to differentiate pineapple and banana offerings with a brand that has a story consumers can relate to.

For additional information, visit kapigrowers.com.

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