Our Story

The story begins with the Mathison Family more than 100 years ago in Wenatchee, Washington. It began with the dream of distributing the best cherries to the West Coast. Today, we have grown and have become a leading company in the production of cherries in the agricultural industry. We are proud of the work we have done to position ourselves in today's market.

The beginning

It all started with some overalls and getting to work!

Kyle, our founder, is the visionary who inspired our mission to bring cherry freshness to homes around the world. Their passion and vision have been the driving force behind our commitment to providing high-quality products to families around the world.

1893

Thomas Cyle began with the Mathison family's first generation of cherry producers.

1926

Chris Mathison, Thomas's son, took charge of the family business and had two children, Helen and Thomas Kyle, known as Tom.

1947

Tom takes over the family business, after the death of his father Chris. Tom and Lorraine Goldy married in 1950, starting their family.

1969

Kyle creates his own global cherry export brand

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Kyle Mathison through his own orchards is Stemilt's largest supplier of cherries and a major supplier of apples.

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Our Team

Meet the key members of our team

Kyle Mathison
CEO

Our CEO, Kyle, is the visionary leader who drives our team to success. With a unique combination of strategic vision, inspirational leadership and strong business skills, Kyle guides our company to new heights.

Benjamin Alworth
Director of Administration and Development

Ben is an invaluable asset to our team. Their experience and knowledge in administrative management and organizational development are essential to ensure the growth and efficiency of our company.

Derek Tomasini
Director of Production

Our production director, Derek, is a fundamental pillar of our team. Their experience and knowledge in managing production processes are invaluable in ensuring the efficiency and quality of our products.

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Benefits for everyone in Wenatchee, Washington

Our company is dedicated to producing high-quality cherries in Wenatchee, Washington. We strive to provide benefits to both our customers and our employees and the local community.

Results

We offer fresh and delicious products that satisfy the tastes of our customers.

Committed team

We have a dedicated team that strives to produce the best cherries on the market.

Awards and Recognitions

We are proud to have received numerous awards and recognitions for the quality of our products and business practices.