“Juan has been an integral part of Mission Produce’s global growth,” said Steve Barnard, CEO of Mission Produce. “When the company first established operations in Peru, he brought our vision of vertical integration to life with determination and a deep commitment to excellence.”

“As I step into the next phase of my career, I do so with deep gratitude for the journey I’ve had at Mission Produce,” said Wiesner. “When I joined Mission, vertical integration in Peru was only an idea — and today, I am proud to leave behind a thriving operation spanning more than 6,500 plantable hectares of avocados, mangos and blueberries across Peru and Guatemala. I express my deep gratitude to Steve Barnard for his trust and support, to the board of directors, and to the exceptional team I’ve had the privilege of working with these past 14 years.”

As Mission looks to the future, leadership will pass to González, a trusted executive with deep roots in the organization. With more than 20 years of agribusiness experience, González holds an MBA from Emory University, a degree in business administration from Northeastern University and a LEAD Program Certificate from Stanford University. He currently leads the company’s post-harvest and packing operations and has been instrumental in executing key strategic initiatives across Peru and Guatemala. In his expanded role, González will oversee agricultural production and packing operations for avocados, blueberries and mangos in both countries.

“As we approach a new chapter of Mission’s long-term global growth strategy, the company has been diligently preparing for this transition,” said Barnard. “With Simón’s deep expertise, proven leadership, and commitment to operational excellence, we are confident that he will continue to drive the company’s international success and deliver on our strategic vision.”