Maria A. Bofill is a seasoned executive, having served in senior strategic finance and operational roles for public and privately held multinational companies. Her more recent experience with a professional services firm was in the talent acquisition industry focused on business development, industry networking, resource placement and high-impact leadership, where Ms. Bofill provided financial, operational and human resource insights in the development and implementation of growth and profitability strategies. She is retired and last served as the Director of Business Development for TTG Talent Solutions, a boutique talent acquisition and placement firm from February of 2020 to March of 2023 where she forged relationships with numerous corporate entities, community organizations and institutions of higher learning. In this capacity, she applied her seasoned leadership skills to employee placement and retention initiatives, including expanding the understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion platforms. Her work in the talent acquisition industry benefits the Company which seeks to source high quality resources in highly competitive and challenging employment markets. From June 2016 to September 2019, Ms. Bofill served as the Chief Financial Officer for Fyffes North America, Inc. From May of 2008 to June of 2016, she served as the Director of Finance and Administration and Treasurer of Fresh Quest, Inc. From October 2005 to May 2008, Ms. Bofill served as the Managing Principal of Octavian, Inc. From January 1988 to October of 2005, she served as the Vice President of Finance and Administration for the North America region of Fresh Del Monte Produce. The Company benefits from Ms. Bofill s in-depth financial and accounting experience which provides additional depth to the Audit Committee. Her experience working with multinational organizations is a valuable asset to the Company and provides insight into international markets.