The Bumble Bee Seafood Company has hired Sebastian Castro-Malaspina as its new vice president of National Grocery Accounts. He has nearly 20 years of experience holding leadership positions at consumer packaged goods organizations (CPG).
Before, he ocuppied a variety of sales and category Management leadership roles at Danone North America. Prior to Danone, he also held commercial leadership positions at Coty and Church & Dwight.
The new vice president of National Grocery Accounts will be responsible for providing strategic leadership by utilizing category and consumer insight information. So, he will support development and execution of effective and sustainable sales initiatives, according to the company.
Regarding this announcement, Laura Chamberlain, Senior Vice President of Sales, said: "Sebastian brings a wealth of industry knowledge and diverse background. Furthermore, a thirst to drive positive and sustainable results, along with a genuine passion to support others. He will be a great compliment in our efforts to drive impact for the Bumble Bee house of brands."
The Bumble Bee Seafood Company is a 120-year-old fishing company. It aims to deliver delicious, healthy and affordable food to consumers. While working hard to find new ways to protect the ocean and those that rely on it.
Besides, the firm's commitment is to connect the world to the ocean by re-defining sourcing, producing and enjoying products from and inspired by the ocean.
Bumble Bee's full line of seafood and specialty protein products are marketed in the U.S., Canada and over 50 markets globally under leading brands including Bumble Bee, Anova, Brunswick, Clover Leaf, Snow's, Wild Selections and Beach Cliff.
