Food Producers of Canada announce Irv Teper new board chair, Mahendra Bungaroo among board member appointments

The Food Producers of Canada (FPC) has announced Irv Teper as CEO and co-founder of Concord Premium Meats and managing director of Premium Brands Holdings LP as chair of the board of directors of Food Producers of Canada.

“The appointment of Mr. Teper to chairman comes as the Canadian food and beverage processing industry continues to face compounding cost increases and ongoing challenges. His appointment marks the contribution of FPC to the growth and sustainability of the broader Canadian food manufacturing industry,” Denise Allen, president and CEO of FPC, said in a statement. “Mr. Teper’s decades of business leadership combined with previous years of service as treasurer, FPC, positions him well to lead our board and organization through our next phase of growth and industry representation. FPC remains committed to advocating for food-based businesses through collaborative initiatives with all Canadian food value chain stakeholders.”

In addition to Teper’s appointment, four others were named to the board.

Mahendra Bungaroo, chief financial officer and chief administrative officer at Upper Crust was appointed. He is a finance executive with expertise in finance and supply chain management in food manufacturing, retail, and wholesale distribution.

Darren McFadgen, owner and operator of McFadgen’s Bakery, a third-generation family bakery serving local businesses and Canadian national retailers, was announced. At the same time, John Allard, general manager at Laminacorr, was also appointed. Holding senior positions at Delta Daily Foods, Fleury Michon America, and Lanthier Bakery, Allard brings extensive experience across food manufacturing.

Lastly, Jamie Falcao, vice president of Reuven International, who brings over 35 years of experience in the poultry industry, has also been appointed.

FPC is a national business association supporting Canadian-owned and operated food manufacturing companies that add value to farmgate output and sell to retail and food service markets domestically and internationally.