Four Seasons Executive Team

Ben Riggs
VP Business Development and General Counsel

As the Vice President Business Development and General Counsel at Four Seasons, Ben Riggs firmly believes that work is fun. For Ben, there is a pervasive sense of ‘team’ that leads the company’s collective efforts through various projects. "Four Seasons has a great group of people that work hard at their jobs but have a lot of fun along the way," shares Ben. "At Four Seasons, we are not singularly focused on the transaction. If your sole focus is the cheapest price, call another produce distributor. Our focus is providing the value and service that assists our customers in the achievement of their goals. This approach has led to the development of numerous partnerships with customers over the last 30 years."

David L Hollinger
Chairman

David Hollinger has been in the produce industry most of his life, starting at a young age from growing and selling vegetables; to working at his parent's business, Hollinger's Farm Market; and to founding and growing Four Seasons Produce, Inc., which is now a leading company in the produce industry. He can trace his lifelong interest in fruits and vegetables to his own faith values and commitment to healthy living. When asked about his passion for the produce industry and he says, "What tastes better than a large red bing cherry, or what has an aroma better than a juicy tree ripened peach? Or, hearing the crisp sound of cutting open a red ripe watermelon? It's the simple goodness given to us by nature. Helping to get this mouthwatering goodness to your table is our business and it is an exciting and fast-paced industry."

Three noteworthy principles impacted David throughout his career: "If I can't do great things, I'll do small things in a great way." "Hire good, honest, hard working people and turn them loose." And, Philippians 2:4, "Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. " All three are hallmarks of David's inspired leadership of Four Seasons and helped to shape and grow the company as he consistently demonstrated and applied these concepts.

Outside of Four Seasons, David has been involved in local and state politics serving in various roles. He currently serves on his church board, and he was instrumental in the establishment of Living Word Academy, a private, Christian, K-12 learning center located in Leola, PA. Additionally, he and his wife, Debbie, began The Hollinger Foundation, which they used to successfully establish children's homes for girls in India where orphaned girls are positively impacted with a caring family environment, supported by love, security, education, and training.

Myron Berkowsky
Title

A dynamic and fast-paced environment is what keeps Myron Berkowsky passionate about being part of the Four Seasons team. "It is exciting to come to work and be associated with an organization committed to providing strong value for the end customer," tells Myron. "We’re committed to growing our business, and have the capabilities and supporting team to deliver consistent results. I personally know that this philosophy will provide us with a strong, competitive advantage well into the future."

Loretta Radanovic
VP Finance and Treasurer

Loretta Radanovic, CPA, describes herself as a student of the produce industry. "Produce is very colorful, ever changing, evolving and exciting. Each day comes with its own set of challenges, but it’s invigorating knowing there are committed associates ready and willing to help you work through those challenges." In talking about her personal respect for the Four Seasons Family of Companies, Loretta holds owners David and Debbie Hollinger’s faith in high regard, along with the organization’s commitment to sustainability. "We care about making smart environmental decisions," shares Loretta. "So our efforts to reduce electrical usage, lower our reliance on natural resources and many other green efforts have created a company that our customers and suppliers want to partner with."

Kendrick Mobley
General Manager, Earth Source Trading

Ken Mobley is driven to contribute his best work everyday according to Four Seasons’ core values – guiding principles for which he has the utmost respect. "Our company has high standards. We believe in dynamic leadership, creating a winning culture, developing exceptional partnerships and doing business with integrity," says Ken. "It’s exciting to be part of an organization that has a passion for doing things the right way." When it comes to potential customers, Ken – Earth Source Trading’s General Manager – cites the Four Seasons Family of Companies as fair in negotiations, knowledgeable and truthful in programs, and continually looking to improve. "In the process of improving ourselves, we also make our customers better."

Nelson Longenecker
VP Business Innovation

Nelson Longenecker is responsible for our facilities and information technology teams, and for researching ways to reduce costs and better support our customers. He provides information and analysis to increase the profitability of Four Seasons' current and future business and encourages innovation efforts across the family of companies, and champions Four Seasons' overall energy and sustainability initiatives.

Personal: "My family and I have enjoyed traveling together, including trips to Alaska, Montana, and the Grand Canyon. I also enjoy reading and music, and love to experience the outdoors through regularly fishing, skiing, and camping."

Professional: Nelson serves on several boards, including Mennonite Economic Development Associates, Lancaster Chamber’s BizCorp, Lancaster Mennonite Schools, and AquaGreen.

What keeps you enthused and engaged in the Four Seasons Family of Companies?The variety and challenges of this industry keep you always looking for ways to get better, whether that is serving a customer or solving a problem. As our company’s owner, David Hollinger, stated when I first interviewed here, "This business is constantly changing and fresh. Produce is colorful and exciting - it is different every year and each new season." I find it motivating to be part of a team that provides such a challenging product and a high level of service, while also striving to become the best!

In your opinion, why do you think a customer should do business with us? Why do current customers continue to do business with us?Four Seasons’ family of companies and the vast majority of our associates are strongly committed to serving our customers. I have observed this occurring not only when we address customers’ needs today, but when we work to create and offer them solutions for the future. In over twelve years with the company, I have seen many times that we made a specific decision to benefit a customer, acted promptly to solve a problem that arose, or took clear measures to build a customer’s confidence and trust. Despite the fact that we do fall short at times, this organization is clearly ‘customer focused’.

Ron Carkoski
President & CEO

Four Seasons’ culture and straightforward Mission Statement of 'Growing Ideas, Producing Excellence’ is what keeps President and CEO, Ron Carkoski, engaged on a day-to-day basis. "Exceptional Partnership combined with Integrity, Dynamic Leadership, and Winning Culture are the four Core Values of our organization that we share openly and willingly with every customer, supplier, and associate," tells Ron. He guarantees customers will and do experience results from the combined strengths of Four Seasons teams focusing on being an 'Exceptional Partner’ with each individual. "I love my job and there is not another team of people that I would rather have the honor to work with and care for. What could possibly be more rewarding?"

Rob Kurtz
VP & General Manager, Sunrise Logistics

As General Manager, Rob Kurtz subscribes to going above and beyond what he calls the ‘you call, we haul’ mentality. Along with his team, he is dedicated to effectively managing supply chain needs and distribution channels so customers can focus on core competencies, growing sales and increasing profits. Providing insight into Four Seasons’ success, Rob explains, "the keys to the success of this organization are its abilities to build strong, mutually successful business relationships in the middle of this highly dynamic industry. It’s the people, culture and relationships that keep me engaged and inspired."