On May 2, the University of Guelph will honour Anthony Longo with the Distinguished Industry Leader Award for 2016. The event will take place on May 2 starting at 7 p.m. at Cutten Fields. For more information, please contact Alicia Cronsberry, acronsb@uoguelph.ca

About Anthony Longo

Anthony Longo is President and CEO of Longo Brothers Fruit Markets Inc., a position he has held since 1998. Mr. Longo has been a key contributor to a number of organizations including the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers, Food Marketing Institute, ProAction Cops & Kids, Salt + Light Television, and The Grocery Foundation.

Mr. Longo has been honoured with the Province of Ontario Premier’s Award, the Golden Pencil Award from the Food Industry of Canada and elite status as a member of Canada's 50 Best Managed Platinum Club.