{"id":99233,"date":"2022-04-05T20:55:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-05T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/english-starkist-opens-its-new-corporate-headquarters-in-reston-va-72\/"},"modified":"2022-04-06T15:10:03","modified_gmt":"2022-04-06T19:10:03","slug":"starkist-abre-su-nueva-sede-corporativa-en-reston-virginia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/starkist-abre-su-nueva-sede-corporativa-en-reston-virginia\/","title":{"rendered":"StarKist Opens its New Corporate Headquarters in Reston, VA"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\"><![CDATA[\n\/* Style Definitions *\/\nspan.prnews_span\n{\nfont-size:8pt;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\n}\na.prnews_a\n{\ncolor:blue;\n}\nli.prnews_li\n{\nfont-size:8pt;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\n}\np.prnews_p\n{\nfont-size:0.62em;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\nmargin:0in;\n}\n.prngen2{\nPADDING-RIGHT:0.17em; PADDING-LEFT:0.17em; BORDER-TOP:black 1pt; BORDER-RIGHT:black 1pt; BORDER-BOTTOM:black 1pt; BORDER-LEFT:black 1pt\n}\n.prnml4{\nMARGIN-TOP:0em; MARGIN-RIGHT:0em; MARGIN-BOTTOM:0em; MARGIN-LEFT:0.33em !IMPORTANT\n}\n.prnbcc{\nBORDER-COLLAPSE: COLLAPSE; BORDER-TOP:1pt  black; BORDER-RIGHT:1pt  black; BORDER-BOTTOM:1pt  black; BORDER-LEFT:1pt  black\n}\n]]><\/style>\n<div class=\"xn-content\">\n<p><b><i>New Location Positions <\/i><\/b><b><i>the Seafood and Chicken<\/i><\/b><b><i>\u00a0Company for Future Growth <\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">RESTON, Va.<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-chron\">April 5, 2022<\/span> \/PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE\/ &#8212; StarKist Co. today opened its corporate and administrative headquarters in <span class=\"xn-location\">Reston, Virginia<\/span>, at 1875 Explorer Street, with room for more than 70 employees.<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpg6e5aleft\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 100%; text-align: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpg6e5aleft\" title=\"The custom StarKist mural was created by artist and Charlie the Tuna\u00ae historian Joe Wos; Photo Credit: Anfon Ha\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/1780221\/MURAL2.jpg\" alt=\"The custom StarKist mural was created by artist and Charlie the Tuna\u00ae historian Joe Wos; Photo Credit: Anfon Ha\" align=\"middle\"\/><\/div>\n<p>&#8220;StarKist is proud to make <span class=\"xn-location\">Reston<\/span> our official global headquarters,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Andrew Choe<\/span>, President and CEO of StarKist Co. &#8220;We would like to thank Governor <span class=\"xn-person\">Glenn Youngkin<\/span>, the Virginia Economic Development Partnership, the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, <span class=\"xn-location\">Virginia<\/span> Chamber of Commerce and the <span class=\"xn-location\">Greater Reston<\/span> Chamber of Commerce for their ongoing support throughout this process. I believe the move to <span class=\"xn-location\">Virginia<\/span> will provide an outstanding work environment for our employees, as well as an opportunity to expand the StarKist business in the years ahead.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The new office features a custom Charlie the Tuna\u00ae mural by artist and Charlie the Tuna\u00ae historian, Joe Wos, as well as an open and contemporary floor plan, a collaborate\/creative space, a large employee lounge, and a 28-seat boardroom.<\/p>\n<p>This month, StarKist officially joined the <span class=\"xn-location\">Virginia<\/span> Chamber of Commerce and the <span class=\"xn-location\">Greater Reston<\/span> Chamber of Commerce. In addition, the company will conduct a community distribution event with Feed the Children, a leading nonprofit focused on alleviating childhood hunger, and Cornerstones, based in <span class=\"xn-location\">Reston<\/span>, to provide food and hygiene items to 400 families at risk of being food insecure this summer.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Thank you to StarKist and its leadership for their investment in <span class=\"xn-location\">Fairfax County<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-location\">Virginia<\/span>,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Victor Hoskins<\/span>, president and CEO, Fairfax County Economic Development Authority. &#8220;Relocating the headquarters was a complex decision, and we appreciate the vote of confidence in our business climate to help the company grow and thrive. I also want to thank the company for the professional, organized and collaborative way it approached this decision. It was a pleasure to work with them.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;I&#8217;m pleased to welcome StarKist to <span class=\"xn-location\">Virginia<\/span> and include this important company as a member of the <span class=\"xn-location\">Virginia<\/span> Chamber of Commerce network,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Barry DuVal<\/span>, President and CEO, <span class=\"xn-location\">Virginia<\/span> Chamber of Commerce. &#8220;We look forward to engaging with StarKist representatives on Blueprint Virginia 2030 Executive Committees to include Corporate Sustainability &amp; Environment and the Workforce &amp; Education Committee. I commend StarKist for their corporate citizenship through investing in statewide initiatives and supporting local communities. StarKist is a great addition to <span class=\"xn-location\">Virginia&#8217;s<\/span> business climate.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We are excited to welcome StarKist to the <span class=\"xn-location\">Greater Reston<\/span> business community,&#8221; <span class=\"xn-person\">Charles Kapur<\/span>, President and CEO of the <span class=\"xn-location\">Greater Reston<\/span> Chamber of Commerce, added. &#8220;The arrival of such a globally iconic brand is a testament to the dynamic growth of economic opportunities in our region.\u00a0 The leadership team of StarKist has demonstrated a firm commitment to community engagement.\u00a0 I look forward to the beneficial impact of their partnership with the Chamber.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Founded in 1917, StarKist is best known for its tuna products and its mascot, Charlie the Tuna\u00ae. The company also sells salmon and chicken products, and healthy, ready-meals with a legendary brand name that&#8217;s well-positioned for growth.<\/p>\n<p>West, Lane &amp; Schlager Realty Advisors (WLS) assisted StarKist in securing the space, which is managed by Boston Properties and also houses companies such as <span class=\"xn-person\">Raymond James<\/span> and Lument. The <span class=\"xn-location\">Washington DC<\/span>-based and minority-owned design firm sshape designed the new headquarters, and Regency Commercial Construction was the General Contractor.<\/p>\n<p><b>About StarKist Co.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>StarKist Co. provides trusted, healthy, food products in\u00a0the <span class=\"xn-location\">United States<\/span>. An industry innovator, StarKist was the first brand to introduce single-serve pouch products, which include Tuna Creations\u00ae, Salmon Creations\u00ae and Chicken Creations\u00ae.\u00a0 As America&#8217;s favorite tuna, StarKist represents a tradition of quality, consumer trust and a commitment to sustainability. StarKist&#8217;s charismatic brand icon, Charlie the Tuna\u00ae, swam into the hearts of tuna fans in 1961 and is still a fan favorite today. StarKist Co. is a direct wholly owned subsidiary of Dongwon Industries Co., Ltd.<\/p>\n<div>\n<table border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" class=\"prnbcc\">\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">CONTACT:<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen2\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Michelle Faist, StarKist Corporate Affairs<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen2\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen2\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">571-441-8096<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpg9b08left\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 100%; text-align: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpg9b08left\" title=\"StarKist\u2019s staff in front of the Joe Wos custom StarKist mural!; Photo Credit: Anfon Ha\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/1780222\/STAFF2.jpg\" alt=\"StarKist\u2019s staff in front of the Joe Wos custom StarKist mural!; Photo Credit: Anfon Ha\" align=\"middle\"\/><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpgfb6fleft\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 100%; text-align: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpgfb6fleft\" title=\"Booths provide for creative work and meeting spaces. Photo Credit: Anfon Ha\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/1780620\/BOOTH2.jpg\" alt=\"Booths provide for creative work and meeting spaces. Photo Credit: Anfon Ha\" align=\"middle\"\/><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpgbe27left\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 100%; text-align: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpgbe27left\" title=\"The leadership team with Charlie the Tuna\u00ae, comprised of, L-R; Scott Meece, SVP General Counsel; Melody Ge, Director Quality Assurance; Andrew Choe, President &amp; CEO; Charlie the Tuna\u00ae, StarKist Spokesfish; Earl Moynihan, VP Supply Chain; John Casten, VP Sales; Jung Ro Ki, SVP, CFO Finance; Photo Credit: Anfon Ha\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/1780223\/GROUP2.jpg\" alt=\"The leadership team with Charlie the Tuna\u00ae, comprised of, L-R; Scott Meece, SVP General Counsel; Melody Ge, Director Quality Assurance; Andrew Choe, President &amp; CEO; Charlie the Tuna\u00ae, StarKist Spokesfish; Earl Moynihan, VP Supply Chain; John Casten, VP Sales; Jung Ro Ki, SVP, CFO Finance; Photo Credit: Anfon Ha\" align=\"middle\"\/><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpgfb6cleft\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 100%; text-align: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpgfb6cleft\" title=\"The kitchen in the new StarKist offices in Reston, VA. Photo Credit: Anfon Ha\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/1780621\/KITCHEN2.jpg\" alt=\"The kitchen in the new StarKist offices in Reston, VA. Photo Credit: Anfon Ha\" align=\"middle\"\/><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpgc1d8left\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 100%; text-align: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpgc1d8left\" title=\"The lobby of the new StarKist offices in Reston, VA; Photo Credit: Anfon Ha\" src=\"http:\/\/https\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/1780225\/LOBBY2.jpg\" alt=\"The lobby of the new StarKist offices in Reston, VA; Photo Credit: Anfon Ha\" align=\"middle\"\/><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpg4f1fleft\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 100%; text-align: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpg4f1fleft\" style=\"width: 400px; height: 137px;\" title=\" \" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/950296\/StarKist_Co_Logo.jpg\" alt=\" \" align=\"middle\"\/><\/div>\n<p>Photo &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3494283-1&amp;h=1851076725&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F1780221%2FMURAL2.jpg&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F1780221%2FMURAL2.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/1780221\/MURAL2.jpg<\/a><br \/>Photo &#8211; 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<a href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3494283-1&amp;h=4158965160&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F1780621%2FKITCHEN2.jpg&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F1780621%2FKITCHEN2.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/1780621\/KITCHEN2.jpg<\/a><br \/>Photo &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3494283-1&amp;h=2554006768&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F1780225%2FLOBBY2.jpg&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F1780225%2FLOBBY2.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/1780225\/LOBBY2.jpg<\/a><br \/>Logo &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3494283-1&amp;h=1716504566&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F950296%2FStarKist_Co_Logo.jpg&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F950296%2FStarKist_Co_Logo.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/950296\/StarKist_Co_Logo.jpg<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>SOURCE  StarKist Co.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"xn-content\">\n<p><b><i>New Location Positions <\/i><\/b><b><i>the Seafood and Chicken<\/i><\/b><b><i>\u00a0Company for Future Growth <\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">RESTON, Va.<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-chron\">April 5, 2022<\/span> \/PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE\/ &#8212; 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