Greg France
Nipomo,CA
Summary
For over 40 years I have worked in the agricultural community specializing in strawberry production for the past 30 years. My expertise has given me the opportunity to grow organic blackberries and most recently hydroponically grown strawberries. From working side by side with our field crews to participating in executive meetings, my expertise and ability to operate within the industry is respected among my peers.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner, Grower
Mar Vista Berry II LLC
05.2004 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations to include the following:
- Budget preparation
- Fertility, Nutrient and Intergraded Pest Management
- Contract negotiations
- Compliance and industry regulations oversite
- Regular meetings with production team to discuss and advise crop advancement
President
Red Dog Management, Inc
05.2004 - Current
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while advising executive staff on best practices and protocols.
- Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives.
Director of Operations
Naturipe
09.2000 - 05.2002
- Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
- Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
Director of Operations
Central West Produce
01.1996 - 09.2000
- Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
- Managed outside grower relations
- Managed fertility, nutrient and pest management programs
- Designed and implemented planting schedules
- Assisted with the budget process for the vegetable and strawberry program statewide
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agronomy And Crop Science
Cal Polytechnic State Universtity
San Luis Obispo, CA06.1978
Skills
- Business Management
- Labor Relations
- Budget Administration
- Regulatory Compliance
- Team Oversight
Accomplishments
2016 - Santa Barbara County Farmer of the Year
2000-current: Grower liaison for the Processing Strawberry Advisory Board
1996-current: Director for the CA Strawberry Commission
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Owner, Grower
Mar Vista Berry II LLC
05.2004 - Current
President
Red Dog Management, Inc
05.2004 - Current
Director of Operations
Naturipe
09.2000 - 05.2002
Director of Operations
Central West Produce
01.1996 - 09.2000
Bachelor of Science - Agronomy And Crop Science
Cal Polytechnic State Universtity
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