facilitate better communication of values,
perspectives and understanding between
the two worlds. He also hopes this
opportunity on the board will help him
to develop as a person and grower by
better understanding the almond industry
and meeting new people.
“It is going to be key to balance
today’s superior grower returns with the
investments needed to prevent erosion
and enhance those superior returns in the
future,” he explains.
He brings valuable knowledge and
experience in accounting to the board.
While he successfully passed the
CPA exam and proved proficient at
accounting skills, Dan knew his long-term
goal was to return to agriculture and
chose not to pursue the opportunity to
become a certified public accountant.
Personal growth has shown him that the
most valuable education is from being
engaged in the real world.
“Degrees and certifications are good
starting points,” said Dan. “But, if you want
to have an impact on the world around
you, one must keep learning by trying
new things and even failing at some.”
Dan and his family are heavily involved
in the local community and look forward
to the future of their farm. His wife, Jan, helped develop the UC Merced
campus rising to Associate Vice Chancellor of Development and Executive
Director of the UC Merced Foundation board. His daughter, Lauren, is in
New York engaged in healthcare administration and his son, Brad, is in
Sacramento working in the field of finance. Both kids plan to return to the
farm and continue the legacy of Belle Terre Farms Co.
My goal is to keep
Blue Diamond number one
by proactively adapting
to the dynamic consumer
marketplace.
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