United Fresh 2019

Nelson Longenecker
Vice President, Business Innovation
Four Seasons Family of Companies


Nelson Longenecker plays a key role in the Four Seasons Family of Companies. With the unique title of Vice President of Business Innovation, Nelson oversees the teams that support the business in the areas of information technology, strategic projects, business process excellence, facilities, energy and sustainability, and food safety – all geared to better serve customers and to become more cost effective. According to Nelson, the idea behind his role is “… that as an organization, we have a mission of ‘Growing Ideas, Producing Excellence’ and if we’re going to make that come to life we need to work at that every day and in a variety of ways.” With more than 20 years invested in the company – and past experience in operations, warehousing, transportation, inventory control and technology deployment – the company believes Nelson is the ideal person for the role. Nelson serves as vice chair of the international board of Global Disciples and past chairman of the board of the Lancaster Chamber.

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