Bernard Dannucci has been named chief operating...

Bernard Dannucci has been named chief operating officer of Dean Worldwide, a Huntington Beach-based freight forwarding company. He previously was executive vice president and chief financial officer. In his new position, Dannucci will conduct the day-to-day operations of Dean’s corporate office and 8 operating divisions, and oversee all company departments. In addition, he will continue handling all real estate acquisitions and construction and to be involved in strategic planning.