FMI – The Food Industry Association has announced the appointment of 17 leaders to its board of directors, additions the association says reflect continued membership growth and strengthen its representation of food retail, from regional and national grocery operators to national brands.
“The growth we are seeing in FMI’s membership reflects the value companies place on having a trusted forum to address shared challenges and opportunities,” said Leslie G. Sarasin, president and CEO of FMI. “We are proud to welcome these accomplished leaders, whose varied operating perspectives will deepen our understanding of the marketplace and strengthen our collective work to serve shoppers and communities.”
“A strong board begins with leaders who bring practical experience, fresh ideas and a shared commitment to the industry,” said Craig Boyan, FMI chairman and H-E-B senior advisor. “With the addition of these executives, FMI is better positioned to foster deeper collaboration, anticipate change and deliver meaningful value for the members and consumers they serve.”
New executive committee members
- John Conlin, SVP of food and beverage merchandising, Target Corporation
- Todd Schnuck, chairman and CEO, 1939 Group Inc.
- Marty Thompson, CEO and U.S. market head, Nestlé USA
- Lucho Lopez-May, chief sales officer, U.S., Mondelez International
New retailer and wholesaler directors
- David Hinojosa, CEO, Heritage Grocers Group
- Jerry LeClair, CEO, Brookshire Grocery Company
- Mike Murphy, group VP of merchandising, The Kroger Co.
- Claire Peters, CEO, Ahold Delhaize USA
- Duncan MacNaughton, chairman and CEO, Family Dollar
New product supplier directors
- Val Oswalt, CEO, Kodiak
- Ted Seburn, chief officer, U.S. sales and international business unit, Gallo
- Andy Urban, chief commercial officer, Perdue Farms
- Meredith Wiktorowski, SVP and chief customer officer, Flowers Foods
- David Stis, chief commercial officer, Del Monte Corporation
- Robert Crane, SVP, head of sales and international, The J.M. Smucker Company
- Risa Cretella, EVP and president, meals and beverages, The Campbell’s Company
- Rashid Ali, co-founder and CEO, Chomps
The new directors bring leadership experience in merchandising, customer development, sales, operations and business strategy, supporting FMI’s mission of advancing a safer, healthier and more efficient consumer food supply chain.
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