Southeast Produce Council, Inc.

08/13/2026

Our August Silver Sponsor Spotlight recognizes the following SEPC member companies:

Cottle Farms
DLJ Produce
Driscoll's
Eagle Eye Produce
EarthFresh
F&S Fresh Foods

Click or visit seproducecouncil.com/level-sponsors to learn more about each outstanding organization and all SEPC Level Sponsors!

08/13/2026

✨Inspiration Meets Action at Southern Innovations!✨
Mark your calendar for Thursday, Sept 10th for two can't-miss sessions hosted by Good Seeds & Southern Roots:

🍽️ Keynote Luncheon with Ryan Leak
Start your afternoon with New York Times bestselling author, keynote speaker, and executive coach Ryan Leak. Get ready for a dynamic session packed with leadership insights and actionable inspiration to help you lead with purpose.

🛠️ Working Genius Workshop: "From Theory to Action: A Hands-On Working Genius Experience"
Roll up your sleeves right after lunch for a hands-on breakout session with dynamic husband-and-wife team Clark Roper & Susan Ann Roper. Take Patrick Lencioni’s Working Genius framework off the page and learn how to apply it directly to your organization to boost productivity and prevent burnout.

👉 Ready to elevate your team and leadership?
Spots are limited—secure your seat today!
https://brushfire.com/southeastproducecouncil/sepcsoutherninnovations2026/628507

✨TOGETHER, LET’S LIGHT UP THE INDUSTRY—TOGETHER WE GROW HIGHER!✨

08/12/2026

We help the produce industry connect, grow, and thrive.
How can we help you?

Together We Grow Higher!

Learn the benefits of SEPC Membership at seproducecouncil.com/membership

08/12/2026

🎂 Today, we are celebrating a truly wonderful leader! Please join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to SEPC Board Member, Kimberly Flores! 🥳

Kim, thank you for your incredible passion, dedication, and all the valuable contributions you bring to our SEPC family and the produce industry every single day. We hope your year ahead is filled with joy, success, and plenty of celebration! 🎉

Let’s shower her with some love! 🫶 Drop your birthday wishes for Kim in the comments below and help make her day extra special! 🎁👇

08/11/2026

🚨 ATTN: SOUTHERN INNOVATIONS EXHIBITORS! 🚨
Planning for Music City is in full swing, and we want to ensure your setup is as seamless as possible! Please check your inbox for an essential update:

📩 ✨ IMPORTANT: Essential Fresh Produce Shipping & Logistics Guidelines | Southern Innovations 2026 ✨

This email contains critical information and deadlines to help your booth shine center stage, including:
🚛 Fresh Produce Shipping Guidelines
🏷️ Required Box Labeling
❄️ Onsite Refrigerated Storage Details
🍎 Food & Beverage Sampling Guidelines
📄 Exhibitor Kit Access

💡 Missing your kit? Look out for a "Welcome to Online Ordering" email from AGS Expo Services ([email protected]) OR to view and download the full Exhibitor Kit, head to the Exhibitor Information section on our official Southern Innovations website🔗https://seproducecouncil.com/events-networking/southern-innovations/!

We truly appreciate your partnership and can't wait to see your brand light up Nashville! 🎸✨

Together, Let’s Light Up the Industry—Together We Grow Higher!

08/11/2026

Our August Gold Sponsor Spotlight features Flavor 1st Growers & Packers. From field to fork Flavor 1st owns & operates farms all over the United States. They pride themselves on top quality produce, dependable delivery, & the best customer care.

Visit https://flavor1st.com/ to find out more!

31 Varieties of Produce Year-Round Shipping Exceed all HACCP Audits About Us OUR MISSION We specialize in growing, packing and shipping fresh produce to grocery stores, wholesalers, and fresh markets. With our own farms located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and

08/10/2026

💚 : August Featured Charitable Partner 💚

This month, we are proud to highlight an incredible organization making a life-changing difference for families in Central Florida: Orlando Health Children's Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. 🏥✨

For over 30 years, families have found hope and healing at Arnold Palmer Hospital. Inspired by the fearless spirit of the children they serve, their team provides world-class compassionate care, cutting-edge technology, and home to Central Florida’s only pediatric Level One Trauma Center and Emergency Department.

At SEPC, putting kids first is a mission close to our hearts. We are deeply honored to partner with Arnold Palmer Hospital to help coordinate impactful programs and events—from their annual Back to School Bash to their Holiday Party for children facing life-threatening illnesses. 🎈🎒🎁

Together, we’re bringing smiles, hope, and support to these brave young heroes and their families.

08/07/2026

Want to take Center Stage with the Industry's Top Buyers? 🎸🏙️

The Nashville spotlights are shining on some incredible talent for Southern Innovations 2026! Just take a look at the lineup of Retail and Foodservice partners already set to join us in Music City.🎤🎶

This is your premier opportunity to showcase your produce innovations directly to decision-makers from the nation’s top grocery chains, foodservice providers, and dining establishments.

Our capped expo ensures you have meaningful, high-quality conversations with key buyers. 🤝

Are you ready to claim your spot on the "setlist"?
🔗https://brushfire.com/southeastproducecouncil/sepcsoutherninnovations2026/628507

⭐Together, let's light up the industry. Together We Grow Higher!

08/06/2026

✨EXCLUSIVE INVITATION!✨
Chairman's Dinner Dance Featuring LOCASH! 🎸✨

Get ready for an unforgettable night center stage in Nashville! We are thrilled to invite you to the most anticipated celebration of Southern Innovations—the Chairman’s Dinner Dance.

In a year when we celebrate the monumental 250th anniversary of our nation's independence, it is only fitting that we gather to honor the freedom, resilience, and pioneering spirit that define both our country and our industry. ✨❤️🤍💙

Our theme this year—An Evening of Stars, Stripes, and Spirit—pays tribute to the deep-rooted American values of the Southeast Produce Council's leadership and the hard-working farmers who feed our great land. 🧑🏼‍🌾🌾
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To turn the glow all the way up for this historic celebration, the evening will feature an exclusive live performance by country music chart-toppers, LOCASH! 🎶🎤

📅Event Details
Date: Thursday, September 10th
Time: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Location: Karl F. Dean Grand Ballroom | Music City Center

🎟️How to Add This Event to Your Schedule🎟️
If you are already registered for the conference, it's easy to update your itinerary and lock in your seat for this star-studded evening:
- Locate your original confirmation email for Southern Innovations.
- Click the Manage Attendee or Edit link provided in the email.
- Select the specific ticket or order you want to manage.
- Update your details to add the Chairman's Dinner Dance and click Save

If you haven't secured your pass for Nashville yet, what are you waiting for? Don't miss out on the industry's ultimate night of celebration, networking, and live music.

Bring your stars, stripes, and American spirit, and let’s make this a celebration for the history books!
✨❤️🤍💙✨
REGISTER NOW 👉🏼 https://seproducecouncil.com/events.../southern-innovations/

Together, let's light up the industry. ✨
Together We Grow Higher! 🌱

08/06/2026

This week, members of the SEPC Board of Directors, Board of Governors, and staff gathered in Nashville for our Summer Strategic Planning Meeting—and what an inspiring, productive session it was!

A huge thank you to Chris Goede from Maxwell Leadership for facilitating such a dynamic and insightful workshop. His guidance helped us refine our vision, align our goals, and set the stage for our council to Grow Higher Together.

When passionate leaders come together with a shared vision for service and growth, big things happen. We are energized, focused, and ready to lead our SEPC family into the future!