Mario Montenegro

Mario Montenegro is an accomplished business executive with extensive experience in operations and business development across the agricultural and packaging industries. Currently serving as Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Business Development at Chino Valley Ranchers since January 2023, Mario previously held the role of Managing Partner at N & A Black Mountain Holdings, LLC., where consulting services were provided in business strategy, sales strategy, and product development. Mario's background includes managing the Egg*Land’s Best franchise area for Southwest Specialty Eggs, LLC., and holding multiple positions at Coast Packaging Company, where P&L management and operational oversight were key responsibilities. Mario holds an MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management and a BA in Philosophy from the University of California, Riverside.