Ron Carkoski, President and CEO
Four Seasons Family of Companies
Personal Profile
“Driving Healthy Distribution” is the vision statement of the Four Seasons Family of Companies and it’s also a
reflection of my passion to offer consumers a safe and healthy product through a distribution system second to
none. Fresh produce is not just a career for me. It’s a legacy that I was drawn into through my father who worked
in the industry for 42 years. I currently serve as the President and CEO of the Four Seasons Family of Companies. I
reside in Lititz, PA, with my wife Patricia. We are the proud parents of three grown children: Karen, John and
Susan. My personal hobbies include aviation and music.
Individual and Corporate Achievements
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2013: Nominated Chairman‐Elect of the United Fresh Produce Association Board of Directors; assuming
the Chairmanship in 2014
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2012‐2013: Served as Chairman of the Wholesale Distributors Segment Board of the United Fresh
Produce Association
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2010‐2012: Served as Vice Chairman of the Wholesale Distributors Segment Board of the United Fresh
Produce Association
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2012: FSPI received the Ethics in Business Award presented by the Samaritan Counseling Center
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2012: FSPI received the Produce Industry Advocate of the Year Award presented by the United Fresh
Produce Association
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2011: FSPI received the Corporate Citizenship Award presented by the Central Penn Business Journal
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2008: FSPI became first refrigerated warehouse in the U.S. to earn the Energy Star rating
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2003‐2007: Served on the United Fresh Board of Directors
Professional Profile
Four Seasons Family of Companies – Ephrata, PA
1994 – Present
President and CEO (2002 – Present)
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2002: Led the development of our Core Values: Integrity, Dynamic Leadership, Exceptional Partnerships
and Winning Culture. These values have been embraced by associates at all levels of the organization and
have contributed to a business culture characterized by a high level of trust and confidence.
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2004: Collaborated with the owner of our organization to lead the design, construction and transition
into a state‐of‐the‐art 260k square foot office and distribution center.
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2006: Led the development and introduction of three operational and business subsidiaries: Sunrise
Transport, Inc., Sunrise Logistics, Inc. and Earth Source Trading, Inc. This business expansion serves to
maximize the profitability potential of our resources and expertise.
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2012: Provided leadership for the development and introduction of Vision Statement: Driving Healthy
Distribution. This process provides a roadmap for the future growth of our organization as a family of
companies.
Vice President of Operations (1998 ‐ 2001)
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In addition to leading the procurement function, assumed responsibility for warehouse and
transportation operations during a time of vigorous business growth.
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Formed a team to analyze operational needs and select new warehouse management software system.
Director of Procurement (1994 – 1998)
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Managed team of four buyers.
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Transitioned procurement function from broker‐based to direct grower/shipper‐based procurement.
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Collaborated with Information Technology team to develop a purchase order and inventory management
system.
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Initiated introduction of on‐site packing operation.
Gateway Foods of Twin Ports ‐ Superior, WI
1983 – 1994
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Began career as a Merchandiser and promoted to Director of Produce Operations in 1988.
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As Director of Produce Operations, led start‐up procurement operations and managed a team consisting
of one buyer, one quality control and two sales team members.
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Oversaw design and development of off‐site facility which resulted in $30M in added annual sales
revenues.
Carpenter Cook Company – Menominee, MI
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1978: Started as a Merchandiser/Quality Control associate.
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1983: Promoted to Assistant Director of Produce Operations.
Cohodos Brothers – Green Bay, WI
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1978 – 1983
1975 – 1978
Worked as a Sales Representative for family‐owned produce business.
Education
1975: Bachelors Degree in Music Education from St. Norbert’s College, DePere, WI
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