Based in Vancouver, B.C., David Nelley manages all aspects of Oppenheimer's apple, pear and pineapple business.  

David's career in produce began in April 1993 at the New Zealand Apple and Pear Marketing Board in New Zealand. Following roles of progressively increasing responsibility, he took the position of west coast marketing manager for ENZA International in Seattle, WA, in 1995. During his tenure, David was instrumental in building demand for the New Zealand Braeburn apple in North America.

In 1997, David became ENZA's marketing manager for Northeast Asia, relocating to Singapore for two and a half years. He returned to North America in early 2001, taking on his current role. His many contributions include introducing ENZA Jazz™ apples to this market, and establishing a foothold for Washington-grown ENZA Pacific Rose™ in Asia through export programs.

David was honored as one of Produce Business Magazine’s “40 Under 40” in 2008.

He holds a bachelor's degree with honors in international management and marketing from Waikato University in Hamilton, New Zealand.