Key Takeaways
- Viraj Puri, who co-founded Gotham Greens and served as CEO since 2008, will transition to Executive Chairman while Craig Stevenson takes over as CEO.
- Stevenson brings extensive CPG experience, most recently serving as CEO of Lundberg Family Farms and previously holding senior roles at Procter & Gamble, Clorox, and Burt's Bees.
- Gotham Greens has achieved 15% year-over-year market share growth and operates more than 40 acres of greenhouse production across nine U.S. states.
- The indoor farming company's products are now available in more than 6,500 locations nationwide, including major retailers like Whole Foods Market, Kroger, and Target.
- The controlled environment agriculture market for packaged salad, lettuce and herbs represents nearly 10% market share with 22% year-over-year growth.
Leadership Transition Positions Gotham Greens for Next Growth Phase
Indoor farming pioneer Gotham Greens announced a leadership restructuring as the company celebrates its 15th anniversary with record growth and expanded national distribution. The Brooklyn-based company's founder and CEO since 2008, Viraj Puri, will assume the role of Executive Chairman, while industry veteran Craig Stevenson steps in as the new CEO.
The leadership change comes as Gotham Greens continues to expand its presence in the controlled environment agriculture sector, which has seen significant growth with indoor-grown produce now representing nearly 10% of the packaged salad, lettuce and herbs market.
New CEO Brings Extensive CPG and Agriculture Experience
Stevenson joins Gotham Greens with a proven track record in scaling purpose-driven food and consumer brands. He most recently served as CEO of Lundberg Family Farms, the leading U.S. Regenerative Organic Certified Food brand. His career began at Procter & Gamble and included senior leadership roles at The Clorox Company, where he led the Burt's Bees business, and as CEO of Scholl's Wellness Company.
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