July 28, 2008

FFVA’S MIKE AERTS PROMOTED TO DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & MEMBERSHIP DIVISION

FFVA is pleased to announce that Mike Aerts has been promoted to director of Marketing and Membership for the association. For the past nine years, Aerts has served with distinction as assistant director of the Environmental & Pest Management Division.

In his new role, Aerts will assume responsibilities for FFVA membership functions, manage commodity exchanges and industry marketplace issues, and oversee our annual convention. His appointment takes effect Aug. 1.


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FFVA’S MIKE AERTS PROMOTED TO DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & MEMBERSHIP DIVISION

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