In this episode of Behind the Fruit, Lucy is joined by CarrieAnn Arias for an honest conversation about stepping into leadership at the very top.

CarrieAnn shares her journey from VP to CEO, what that shift really changes day to day, and how her view of leadership has evolved along the way. They talk openly about leading remote teams, building trust and culture when people aren’t in the same room, and what CEOs are actually responsible for once the title changes.

The conversation also explores how leaders think about hiring, team development, and communication in a remote environment, as well as the role mentorship has played in CarrieAnn’s career and why it matters so much in fresh produce.

This episode is a thoughtful look at leadership in practice — not theory — and what it takes to grow teams, people, and yourself as responsibilities change.

Chapters
- 00:00 Building Remote Work Culture
- 28:44 Remote Team Communication and Training with DISC Profiling
- 34:38 Hiring and Team Building Strategies
- 43:19 Recruiting and Talent Acquisition

About LCR International

LCR International supports senior hiring across the global fresh produce sector.

We work with businesses where roles require a mix of technical, commercial, and leadership experience, often across regions.

Typical support includes:
• Retained executive search
• Talent mapping and competitor insight
• Org structure and succession planning

If you're hiring and want a clearer view of the market before you start, you can get in touch here:

👉 https://www.lcrint.com/