Bryan Silbermann, President & CEO

Bryan Silbermann is President & CEO of the Produce Marketing Association (PMA), the largest, global not-for-profit trade association representing companies that market fresh fruits, vegetables, and related products. PMA's membership of 3,000 companies in nearly 50 countries ranges from supermarket retailers to farmers, foreign exporters to restaurant chains. The association's programs promote the efficient distribution and increased consumption of members’ products around the world.

Silbermann joined PMA in 1983. In 1996, he was selected to become president. As the President & CEO of PMA, he directs more than 80 staff professionals.

Bryan has been instrumental in launching and developing new programs and services for the fresh produce and floral industry including:

• Produce for Better Health Foundation
• PMA’s Foundation for Industry Talent
• Center for Produce Safety at UC Davis
• PMA’s first affiliate: PMA Australia-New Zealand
• Research into consumer demand and groundbreaking trends
• Standardized coding systems (PLU and UPC)
• Produce Traceability Initiative
• Food safety communication campaigns

Silbermann is a frequent and sought-after speaker. He has been interviewed by media worldwide. Supermarket News recognized Bryan as one of the top fifty “power players” whose actions drive the food industry.

Born and raised in Durban, South Africa and studied there as well as at the University of Chicago and Oxford University, England. He currently lives in Delaware, USA, where PMA has its headquarters.

Bryan and his wife Bonnie have two sons (Gregg and Brian) and one treasured grandson, Toby. Gregg and his wife Julie are both teachers in France. Brian works in the financial services sector near Philadelphia. Bryan’s personal interests include music, community service, photography and travel.

Email Bryan at: bsilbermann@pma.com