OUR ROOTS
Elite Group's tranformation from a small floral business to a major player in the perishable goods market
The Elite Group sprouted from the roots of the Elite Flower, its humble beginnings in 1991 marked by 4 hectares of land. Over the years, this small seed of an idea has flourished into a group of companies that proudly spans an impressive 2,000 hectares of land and nurtures a global family of 42,000 dedicated employees that help bring our ideas to life. This remarkable growth has not only increased the company's physical footprint but has also nurtured its ability to meet the ever-increasing demand for its products.
Today, the Elite Group stands as a conglomerate comprising more than 35 distinct business units. From flower farms and fruit orchards cultivation and distribution networks, it has diversified across the spectrum of the agricultural industry. Beyond this, it has strategically aligned itself with service companies of the caliber of Elite Automated, Elite Logistics, APEX, and others. This rich and varied portfolio has propelled the Elite Group to the forefront of the perishable goods market.
Today, the Elite Group stands as a conglomerate comprising more than 35 distinct business units. From flower farms and fruit orchards cultivation and distribution networks, it has diversified across the spectrum of the agricultural industry. Beyond this, it has strategically aligned itself with service companies of the caliber of Elite Automated, Elite Logistics, APEX, and others. This rich and varied portfolio has propelled the Elite Group to the forefront of the perishable goods market.
1991
Foundation of Elite Flower
1997
Juan Carlos takes control of Elite Flower
2001
Entry into American markets: Miami
2003
Opening New Jersey warehouse
2012
Entrance into the UK market with MM
2013
Milestone of 500 hectares in Colombia
2014
Entrance into Africa
2013-2016
Growth of the distribution chain +42 warehouses in the USA
2016
Entrance into Ecuador
2016
Entrance into Canada
2019
Becoming second largest producer of flowers in Colombia
2020
Becoming major producer of flowers in Ecuador
2021
Group consolidation: Elite Group
2021
Becoming the Elite Group: the largest producer and distributer of flowers in the world
The transformation of the Elite Group, from its modest origins in the floral business to a fully integrated powerhouse in the perishable goods sector, serves as a testament to the company's unwavering commitment to vision, meticulous execution, and relentless pursuit of growth and innovation. It's a story that underscores the spirit of enterprise and the boundless possibilities that can sprout from even the smallest of beginnings.