Agribusiness and animal nutrition firm Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition has appointed Gerardo Quintero as its new vice president.

Quintero, who started in his role in April, previously served as the managing director for Cargill’s Animal Nutrition business and project manager of its transformation management office.

Quintero brings 25 years of experience to the role, and has worked across several global markets throughout his career, including Central and South America, Mexico, Europe and the United States.

The British Columbia, Canada-based company serves as an international distributor for the livestock, pet food and aquaculture industries.

“It’s humbling to be part of a company like Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition that has such a strong heritage and history within the industry,” he said of his new role.