Jay Pack Cultivating Talent Award

Honoring Leadership in Mentorship and Career Development

The Jay Pack Cultivating Our Future Award honors individuals who embody the spirit of mentorship, volunteerism, and talent development – key to ensuring a strong future for the global produce and floral industries.

This distinguished award pays tribute to Jay Pack's vision, launched in 2004, to cultivate and sustain the next generation of industry professionals. It recognizes those who dedicate time, energy, and leadership to supporting Career Pathways Programs and inspiring students to pursue careers in fresh produce and floral.

Presented annually at The Global Produce & Floral Show, the award highlights those who are making a lasting impact through their commitment to career development and industry growth. Please submit nominations no later than September 1, 2025.

2024 IFPA Jay Pack Award Winners posing and smiling in a group, first row sitting and two rows standing behind

2024 IFPA Jay Pack Award Winners sitting and standing in a group while smiling and waving

Nomination Criteria
Named in honor of trailblazer Frieda Rapoport Caplan, this award recognizes those who:

Serve as effective mentors to women in the industry
Operate with integrity, dedication, and distinction
Are proven influencers in produce and/or floral
Actively create opportunities for women to grow professionally

Nomination Criteria
Nominees for this award should:

Be a current IFPA member
Serve as an effective volunteer within the industry
Exhibit integrity, dedication, and distinction in their mentorship
Be a proven influencer and advocate for career development
Support and align with the mission of IFPA

Questions?

Barbara Hochman

Program & Education Manager

+1 (302) 607-2189 Email Barbara Hochman