
Calavo Growers Announces CEO Transition

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Calavo Growers, Inc. announced the retirement of Lee E. Cole as President and CEO, effective December 8, 2025. B. John Lindeman, former CFO of Calavo Growers and CEO of Hydrofarm Holdings, will succeed him on the same date. Lee E. Cole will continue as a director. This transition was disclosed in an SEC filing on November 13, 2025.
On November 12, 2025, Calavo Growers, Inc. announced the retirement of Lee E. Cole as President and CEO, effective December 8, 2025. B. John Lindeman has been appointed as his successor, effective the same date.
| Individual | Lee E. Cole | B. John Lindeman |
| Role | President and CEO | President and CEO |
| Type of Change | Retired | Appointed |
| Effective Date | Dec 8, 2025 | Dec 8, 2025 |
| Reason | Retirement | N/A |
| Replacement Info | B. John Lindeman | N/A |
| Background Details | N/A | Former CFO of Calavo Growers, CEO of Hydrofarm Holdings |
| Board/Committee Role Changes | Not disclosed | Continues as director |
Original SEC Filing: CALAVO GROWERS INC [ CVGW ] - 8-K - Nov. 13, 2025
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