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Fortune International Acquires Simply Fresh, Strengthening Its Local Fresh Seafood Sourcing and Custom-Cutting Capabilities in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast Markets
Fortune International, LLC, the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of premium seafood, meats, and specialty products, is proud to announce the acquisition of Simply Fresh, a Durham, North Carolina-based processor and purveyor of fresh fish and seafood. Founded in 2006 by Trey Bohn, Simply Fresh has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, responsibly sourced seafood to the most esteemed chefs across the region.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · December 18, 2025
Fortune International Announces Six Executive Appointments to Drive Continued Expansion
Fortune International, LLC (“Fortune” or the “Company”), the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats and gourmet products, today announced the appointment of six senior executives to further strengthen and expand the Company’s financial, operational and marketing capabilities.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · January 16, 2024
Fortune International Makes Three Senior Appointments in Sales and Supply Chain to Support Expansion
Fortune International, LLC (“Fortune” or the “Company”), the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats and gourmet products, today announced the appointment of three senior executives in sales and supply chain logistics to strengthen the Company’s continued market expansion.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · July 12, 2023
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By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · June 12, 2023
Fortune International Expands Distribution of D’Artagnan to West Coast
Fortune International, LLC (“Fortune” or the “Company”), the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats and gourmet products, today announced the expansion of its D’Artagnan business to the West Coast.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · April 12, 2023
Fortune International Announces Agreement to Acquire Boston Sword & Tuna
Fortune International, LLC (“Fortune” or the “Company”), the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats and gourmet products, announced today the signing of an agreement to acquire Boston Sword & Tuna (“BST”), one of the largest fresh seafood distributors in the United States. The transaction is expected to close within the next 60 days.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · March 13, 2023
Fortune International Expands Executive Leadership Team With Four Appointments
Fortune International, LLC (“Fortune” or the “Company”), the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats and gourmet products, today announced the appointment of four executives to its executive leadership team, to drive and support organic growth, employee engagement, production and customer experience.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · January 16, 2023
Fortune International to Expand Southeast Distribution With Opening of New D’Artagnan Warehouse and Distribution Facility in North Carolina
Fortune International, LLC (“Fortune”), the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats and gourmet products, today announced the opening of a new warehouse and distribution facility in North Carolina, further expanding the company’s reach in the expanding Southeast market.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · November 15, 2022
Fortune International Appoints Ian Navarro as First Chief Marketing Officer
Fortune International, LLC (“Fortune”), the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats and gourmet products, today announced the appointment of Ian Navarro as the company's first Chief Marketing Officer, effective today. He will join the company’s executive leadership team and report to President and CEO Sean O’Scannlain.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · October 26, 2022
Fortune International Acquires New Orleans Fish House, Leading Supplier of Fresh Seafood to Top Restaurants in New Orleans and the Gulf Region
Fortune International, LLC (“Fortune” or the “Company”), the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats and gourmet products, today announced the acquisition of New Orleans Fish House, LLC (“NOFH”), a leading supplier of quality wholesale seafood and specialty products to top chefs and restaurants in New Orleans and throughout the Gulf South. As part of today’s sale, NOFH owners Bill Borges, Brett Borges and Cliff Hall will remain with Fortune. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · July 18, 2022
Fortune International to Exhibit at the Specialty Food Association’s 2022 Summer Fancy Food Show
Fortune International, LLC (“Fortune” or the “Company”), the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats and gourmet products, will be exhibiting at the 2022 Summer Fancy Food Show in New York City on Sunday June 12th through Tuesday June 14th.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · June 7, 2022
Fortune International to Exhibit at the Speciality Food Association’s 2022 Summer Fancy Food Show
Fortune International, LLC (“Fortune” or the “Company”), the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats and gourmet products, will be exhibiting at the 2022 Summer Fancy Food Show in New York City on Sunday June 12th through Tuesday June 14th.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · June 6, 2022
Fortune International Acquires North Bay Seafood Inc. to Strengthen Gulf States Distribution
Fortune International, LLC (“Fortune” or the “Company”), the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats and gourmet products, announced today the acquisition of North Bay Seafood Inc., which expands the Company’s operations in the Gulf States and increases its presence with large retail customers in the region. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · June 1, 2022
Fortune International to Exhibit at the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago
Fortune International, LLC (“Fortune” or the “Company”), the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats and gourmet products, will be exhibiting at the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago on Saturday May 21st through Tuesday May 24th.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · May 18, 2022
Fortune International Makes Two Senior Appointments in Procurement and Supply Chain to Support Its National Expansion
Fortune International, LLC (“Fortune” or the “Company”), the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats and gourmet products, today announced the appointment of two senior executives in procurement and supply chain logistics to further support and strengthen the Company’s continued national expansion.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · April 19, 2022
Fortune International Acquires D’Artagnan, Leader in “Farm to Table” Movement and Purveyor to Top Restaurants and Retailers
Fortune International, LLC, the country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats, and gourmet products, today announced the acquisition of D’Artagnan, Inc., a leader in popularizing the sustainable “farm to table” movement over last 35 years and purveyor of free-range meat and all-natural organic poultry, game, foie gras, mushrooms and truffles to the United States’ most renowned restaurants and retailers. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
By Fortune International, LLC · Via Business Wire · March 31, 2022