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Mission Produce® Appoints Douglas Stone to Board of Directors
OXNARD, Calif., Nov. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mission Produce, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVO) (“Mission” or “the Company”) a world leader in sourcing, producing, and
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[{"type":"text","content":"OXNARD, Calif., Nov. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mission Produce, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVO) (“Mission” or “the Company”) a world leader in sourcing, producing, and distributing fresh Hass avocados, today announced the appointment of Douglas M. Stone to its Board of Directors, effective November 26, 2025. Stone is appointed as an independent Class I director with a term expiring at the Company’s 2027 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. In connection with this appointment, Mission Produce’s Board of Directors has increased the size of the Board from ten to eleven directors. In addition, Stone has been appointed to the Compensation Committee, effective November 26, 2025. In connection with this appointment, Bruce C. Taylor will no longer serve on the Compensation Committee. Stone brings decades of leadership experience in the agribusiness industry. He most recently served as President of AgriBusiness at J.R. Simplot Company from June 2018 to December 2024, where he oversaw strategic growth and operational excellence across global markets. Prior to that, he held key leadership roles including Vice President of Wholesale Sales at J.R. Simplot Company (2016–2018), President and CEO of Consolidated Sourcing Solutions (2010–2016), and Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Terra Industries Inc. (2007–2010). “Douglas brings a wealth of experience in agribusiness and supply chain leadership,” said Steve Barnard, CEO of Mission Produce. “His proven ability to drive operational efficiency and strategic sourcing will be invaluable as Mission continues to strengthen its global network and deliver value to customers and shareholders.” “I’m honored to join Mission Produce’s Board of Directors,” said Stone. “Mission’s commitment to quality, innovation, and growth aligns with my professional values, and I look forward to contributing to the Company’s long-term success.” Stone holds an MBA from the University of South Dakota and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from the University of Iowa. His extensive background in leadership and strategic sourcing will provide valuable insights as Mission advances its global initiatives and explores new opportunities for growth. About Mission Produce, Inc.: Mission Produce (Nasdaq: AVO) is a global leader in the worldwide fresh produce business, delivering fresh Hass avocados and mangos to reta...