Jennifer Velasquez – Account Executive

• 3 years experience in fresh produce
• Graduated Southern Methodist University
• Bachelor's Degree in Corporate Communications and Public Affairs
• Minor in international business and a concentration in French
• Reason for entering the industry:
• “Part of what makes the produce industry is the people--they are so real and down to earth. I can't think of a better group of people with whom to work!”

Jennifer started her career in the produce industry about three years ago with Sahlman Williams Public Relations & Marketing in Tampa, Florida. She enjoys working with the people in the produce industry because they are real and down to earth. As an account executive, Jennifer has many different responsibilities. Her responsibilities include:

• Media relations in the produce industry
• Event planning and execution
• Wine tours, tastings, and dinners
• Trade show execution and coordination
• Marketing plans for various clients