Alan Stern

Bio: Mr. Stern is a founding partner of Specialty Commodities, Inc., an international commodities importing, trading, and distribution company established in 1987 with offices and warehouses in Los Angeles, California and Fargo, North Dakota. Specialty Commodities, Inc. is one of the largest importers and distributors of nuts, dried fruits, seeds and grains, supplying the snack food, health food, bakery and bird food industries in the North America and Europe. Since March 2001, Mr. Stern has also been a partner in Suntree, LLC, a California manufacturer, roaster and packager of nuts and dried fruits established in 1996, supplying major supermarkets and club stores in the United States. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the City of London School of Business Studies (City University).