Local Bounti Appoints Dane Almassy as Chief Commercial Officer.

Local Bounti, a US indoor agriculture company, has appointed Dane Almassy as its Chief Commercial Officer. Almassy brings extensive experience in fresh produce and controlled environment agriculture, as well as operational and strategic expertise from large and rapidly growing consumer packaged goods companies. He will be responsible for scaling the business and working with strategic retail customers to bring high-quality products to consumers nationwide.

Local Bounti Corporation (NYSE: LOCL), a leading U.S. indoor agriculture company, has announced the appointment of Dane Almassy as its Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), effective August 25, 2025. Almassy brings a wealth of experience in fresh produce and controlled environment agriculture (CEA), as well as operational and strategic expertise from large and rapidly growing consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies.

Prior to joining Local Bounti, Almassy held senior roles at PepsiCo, WhiteWave Foods, Aurora Organic Dairy, and F&S Produce. Most recently, he served as SVP of Sales & Marketing at AeroFarms, where he led go-to-market strategy, customer experience, and logistics. His extensive background in scaling fresh food businesses and leading cross-functional teams makes him well-suited to drive Local Bounti's growth and strategic customer relationships.

In his new role at Local Bounti, Almassy will be responsible for scaling the business and working with strategic retail customers to bring high-quality products to consumers nationwide. His appointment comes at a pivotal moment for the company, which is redefining indoor farming with its patented Stack & Flow Technology®. This innovative method significantly improves crop turns, increases output, and improves unit economics.

Local Bounti's mission is to revolutionize agriculture by ensuring accessibility to fresh, sustainable, locally grown produce and nourishing communities everywhere for generations to come. With a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainable expansion, the company's food is fresher, more nutritious, and lasts longer than traditional agriculture.

The appointment of Almassy aligns with Local Bounti's strategic goals as the indoor farming market is set to reach a staggering valuation of US$ 80.59 billion by 2033, according to a report by Astute Analytica [2]. This explosive growth is driven by technological innovation, escalating consumer demand for sustainable and locally sourced food, and an urgent need for global food security.

References:
[1] https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/local-bounti-appoints-dane-almassy-chief-commercial-officer-2025-08-13
[2] https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/08/06/3128323/0/en/Indoor-Farming-Market-is-Set-to-Reach-Staggering-Valuation-of-US-80-59-Billion-By-2033-Astute-Analytica.html