Rory Byrne

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Rory Byrne, Chief Executive Officer
B Comm, FCA


Appointed to the Board: February 2021

Nationality: Irish

Age: 65



Rory has over 30 years of experience in the fresh produce industry, having begun his career at Fyffes in 1988. At Fyffes, he held a number of senior positions including Finance Director of the Group’s U.K. business and Managing Director of its Spanish operations before becoming Managing Director of the General Produce Division in 2002. Rory was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Total Produce in 2006 and led Total Produce through 15 years of sustained profitability and significant acquisition-led and organic expansion, with total Group revenues more than tripling during his tenure. While serving as Chief Executive Officer, he also oversaw Total Produce's expansion into North American markets, including Total Produce's recent combination with Dole Food Company. He has served as our Chief Executive Officer since 2021. Rory is well recognized across the industry for his unique combination of leadership ability, strategic vision, creativity and strong drive for success which brings to the Board valuable insights in the market.

Led Total Produce through 15 years of sustained profitability and significant acquisition-led and organic expansion, with total Group revenues more than tripling during his tenure.