Tim Vaux

FreshXperts' new vice chairman Tim Vaux

US-based produce consultancy FreshXperts has announced the appointment of Tim Vaux as its new vice chairman. Vaux, a partner with the company since 2008, will fill the position formerly occupied by current chairman Anthony Totta.

Meanwhile, Heidi Chapnick, an associate member with FreshXperts since 2011, was elected as a partner with an ownership stake in the company.

“FreshXperts is pleased to recognize the contributions that Tim and Heidi have made to the consultancy,” said Totta. “We anticipate that their forward-thinking leadership strategies and extensive industry experience will provide the right direction for FreshXperts as we grow our base of consultants and respond to the ever-changing demands of our industry.”

FreshXperts’ consortium of consultants aims to deliver results for its clients throughfreshindustry marketing, supply chain visibility, packaging solutions, business technology tools, product development and merchandising strategies.