GET DAILY REPORT FREE
Donald Lee Bergeron began testing recipes in his kitchen at home and came up with our original pecan candy.
He and his wife Sharon started the business in a small facility surrounded by pecan trees in Pointe Coupee Parish. While growing up, their three children worked at the company, learning a strong work ethic and family values. They witnessed firsthand the amount of effort and dedication required to open and maintain a successful business.
After graduating from LSU, their son Myles was drawn back to the family business. With his addition came expansion and fresh ideas.
WHAT VALUES OR PRINCIPLES GUIDE YOUR BUSINESS?
The passion for this unique environment feeds our pecan orchards and dedication to our company. We treat customers, employees and vendors like family. Establishing and keeping these relationships are the keys to our success. We take pride in our products and our responsibility to care for them is as important as the people we serve. Providing exceptional quality and service is the most important thing we do. This commitment is what makes our products such a popular choice.
WHAT IS IT LIKE TO WORK WITH FAMILY?
Each family member brings a different set of talents, abilities and perspectives to work each day. Our collective wisdom, creativity and energy intertwine and create a dynamic work culture. This can be tasted in all of our pecan treats. The love and respect we have for each other is the same love and respect we have for those we serve. Working with people you trust—people who have the same core values, loyalty and vested interest in the company—has been a true blessing.
WHAT IS THE BIGGEST CHALLENGE YOUR BUSINESS HAS FACED AND HOW DID YOU DEAL WITH IT?
As anyone in agriculture knows, weather can present unique challenges. Although there is nothing we can do to change weather events, the uncertainty remains each pecan season. This causes fluctuating market conditions. Our strong long-term relationships with vendors throughout the supply chain sets us apart.
HOW HAS YOUR BUSINESS CHANGED OVER THE YEARS?
We wanted to be more accessible to the Baton Rouge community while also staying close to our roots. We moved from our humble beginnings to a new facility conveniently located in Port Allen. We also opened a retail store at this location. This allows us to serve more customers while maintaining the finest quality. Our gift options continue to expand with innovative new products and flavors. We have grown into one of the premier gift providers in the industry for companies and individuals.
WHAT IS ON THE HORIZON FOR YOUR COMPANY?
We realize the importance of gift giving in the business world. We will continue to help strengthen corporate relationships by offering unrivaled service and exceptional gift products. Choosing the right gift can be challenging. We give our personal attention, making this easy for you and memorable for your customers. Our sincere appreciation for our customers and grateful respect for our trees will never change!
1284 CAJUN DR. • PORT ALLEN, LA 70767 • 225.490.2025 • PCPECAN.COM
