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Michael Briano

Chief Executive Officer at JSS Almonds

Michael Briano is the Chief Executive Officer of JSS Almonds, a leading grower and processor of high-quality California almonds in Bakersfield, California, since March 2025. Previously, Michael served as a Board Member for the USDA-Agricultural Marketing Service from August 2022 to April 2025, focusing on sustainability and infrastructure. Michael held the position of Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Harris Woolf Almond Company from August 2011 to April 2025, contributing to the almond processing sector. Early career experiences include roles as Director of Meerkat Water Polo, Sales at Wawona Packing Co., Luxury Sales at AEG, Inside Sales Executive at Citrix Online, and Chief Concierge at Bacara Resort and Spa. Michael holds two MBAs in International Business from UCLA Anderson School of Management and NUS Business School, along with a Bachelor of Arts in History from UC Santa Barbara.

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JSS Almonds

JSS Almonds is a grower and processor of whole and natural California Almonds. Our facility specializes in shelled and inshell almonds. JSS Almonds serves over 15000 acres and specializes in natural, whole, and brown skin almond processing. Our passion for our products is exemplified through teamwork, our culture of integrity, and our commitment to food safety. As JSS Almonds continues to expand and diversify, we will maintain our core values and dedication to excellence. Mission: We believe the principles of stewardship apply as fully to our business as they do to our soil. For this reason, we aim to provide premium quality and healthy food to our customer's dining table. In every relationship developed, the mission of JSS Almonds is dedicated to exceeding​ customer expectations through superior service and innovation.


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