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The United Fresh Produce Association, Washington, D.C. Mary Coppola was promoted to vice president, marketing and communications. Coppola joined the association in the fall of 2014, spearheading the organization’s marketing and communications efforts. She also took on the role of staff liaison to the association’s Produce Marketing & Merchandising Council, where she worked with volunteer leaders to create a strong professional community of produce marketers.
Produce Marketing Association (PMA), Newark, Del. Dan Stark joined as chief content officer, effective in January, responsible for providing leadership to the organization’s marketing, communications and education efforts. Stark maintains experience in digital transformation and content delivery across the non-profit sector, with a focus on technology, innovation and governance. In past roles, Stark has led product strategy for a software development company, and served as principal at a consulting firm. He also served as executive director of the American Public Gardens Association.