(Editor’s Note: The following article was submitted via press release from Coborn’s, Inc.).

Coborn’s, Inc., is pleased to announce that Produce Managers Shawn Fast from Coborn’s (Sauk Rapids) and James Keller from Hornbacher’s Foods (Fargo, ND) are recipients of the 2021 United Fresh Retail Produce Manager Award. 

This program pays special recognition to produce managers–essential workers of the food supply chain–who work to increase sales and consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables. 

Shawn and James were nominated by operations specialists from their respective regions within Coborn’s, Inc.  As part of the awards program, winners will participate alongside a Coborn’s, Inc., representative at the United Fresh 2021 Convention and Expo.  Participation in the event will be a combination of virtual and in-person events to celebrate winners, given the unique circumstances of this year.

United Fresh Produce Association unites member companies together across the produce industry.  Together with other members, United Fresh empowers industry leadership to shape government policy and delivers resources and expertise to companies in managing their business while training and developing individuals in the advancement of their careers in produce.

Coborn’s, Inc. employees strive each day to live out the words of the company’s vision to “Be Remarkable” through excellent customer service and serving the communities it represents.  Shawn and James both exemplify remarkable examples of leadership and treating every customer with respect and superior product knowledge.  Coborn’s, Inc. congratulates Shawn and James for this highly-respected award and for being exceptional leaders.