Driving Healthy Distribution.
The Four Seasons Family of Companies provides reliable solutions for fresh produce distribution through a spectrum of services. All four companies are rooted in a tradition of excellence, a heart for service and a desire to grow mutually beneficial partnerships.
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.
XWhat keeps you enthused and engaged at Four Seasons?
The work of providing fresh produce is ever changing, and we have a team of people here who thrive on that challenge. Like farmers in the spring, we get excited with every new seasonal item and love to be part of company that provides healthy and vibrant products.
In your opinion, why do you think a customer should do business with us? Why do current customers continue to do business with us?
It’s simple: we have youthful energy with strong values.
What keeps you enthused and engaged at Four Seasons?
I have a passion for fresh produce! Four Seasons is an awesome place for me to live out my passion everyday with some of the best associates, customers and suppliers in the industry. And doggone it – we work hard and have fun!
In your opinion, why do you think a customer should do business with us? Why do current customers continue to do business with us?
Don’t do business with us because of price. Do business with us because of VALUE! We work everyday to increase value, which in turn helps Four Seasons earn future business by making customers profitable.
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."
XWith over 25 years of transportation leadership experience, Greg will tell you that the most important aspect of transportation and logistics for any organization is safety. Safety isn’t just a program, but a culture, that must be constantly nurtured and improved. Our families, co-workers and the public are dependent upon the decisions we make every day, every minute.
As part of a winning culture, safety is of the utmost importance to the Four Season’s organization. Our faith, as well as our dedication to our customers and to the community, keep our team focused during every mile, including the final mile. It’s this level of focus that motivates Greg to ensure that our dedicated fleet team has the tools, training and mindset to uphold our company values
XLoretta 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."
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