Armstrong Growers adds new grocery sales representative

Armstrong Growers has added Arianne Spittler to its sales team in the newly created role of sales representative for the grocery segment. The company said the position was established to strengthen support for grocery retailers purchasing ornamental and floral products.

Spittler brings more than 20 years of experience working with growers and will

Arianne Spittler

focus on serving existing accounts as well as developing new partnerships. The company noted that the grocery segment represents an expanding opportunity for greenhouse and nursery producers as more retailers broaden their live plant offerings.

She made her first appearance in the role at the Global Produce & Floral Show in Anaheim.

“We are excited to have Arianne on our team,” said Sue DiStaulo, director of sales, Armstrong Growers. “With her experience, knowledge and great personality she will be a great partner and resource for our customers in the grocery segment.”

Armstrong Growers is an employee-owned wholesale operation that supplies independent garden centers, grocery and hardware stores, resorts, commercial properties and landscape maintenance companies across the West Coast. The company offers a range of ornamental plants intended for retail and landscape use.

Spittler can be reached at aspittler@armstronggrowers.com or by phone at 626-862-2064.

Photo courtesy of Armstrong Growers.