Daniel CalderoniDaniel Calderoni is the new Chief Executive Officer of KIND North America. A former General Manager for Mars Pet Nutrition in Canada with more than 20 years of global experience leading consumer brand to KIND, he will report to Blas Maquivar, Global President of Health and Wellness, Mars Snacking. “I believe an organization’s purpose should be its true differentiator... That’s why I’m thrilled to join the leadership team at KIND Snacks, a brand whose products bring all KINDs of good to the world. KIND sparked the growth of an entirely new healthy snacking category back in 2004, and I’m eager to take part in leading the brand into its next chapter as we shape the future of snacking," shared Calderoni.

Karin Linnewiel Hermoni, Ph.D, is the new VP of Science & Innovation at SuanNutra. The co-chair of the Science Committee at Women in Nutraceuticals (WIN), Hermoni holds a Ph.D. in molecular nutrition and will lead the Science & Innovation efforts shaping the company's research strategy and new product development. 

Alkemist Labs has named Reena Gordon as its Chief Operating Officer. A specialist in

Reena Gordon growth strategies and initiatives with a degree from Harvard University and the Wharton School of Business, Gordon will look to modernize and restructure operations to prep Alkemist for new levels of growth and the launching of future strategic plans. “I am thrilled to join with Elan and the entire team to elevate Alkemist’s impact! By increasing our reach and services, we help our clients drive even greater consumer access to safe dietary supplements and natural products. That’s a wow! Mission for all of us," shared the new COO.

Shubhangee "Shubi" Satam

Shubhangee "Shubi" Satam, M.D., is joining HP Ingredients as Global Chief Formulation Advisor. An expert in Ayurvedic research and application, Dr. Satam will be responsible for presenting HPI's signature botanical ingredients portfolio with an emphasis on regulatory compliance in each country and oversee business development and technical training services for sub-distributors, contract manufacturers and pharma brands in India, Netherlands, Germany, Austria, and other Near East Levant counties. “Dr. Satam is a versatile expert who brings a fresh perspective and hands-on approach to working with new international customers. Her knowledge and expertise are invaluable to us and to our partner H&AD,” commented Annie Eng CEO and founder of HP Ingredients.

On October 21, Ozan Pamir will take over as Chief Financial Officer for ChromaDex Corp. Prior to ChromaDex, the McGill Uniersity Economics and Finance degree holder served as CFO of 180 Life Sciences and VP of Investment Banking at a leading independent investment bank. “I am excited to be part of ChromaDex during this pivotal phase of its growth. My focus will be on enhancing the company’s financial strategies and ensuring sustainable value creation for our shareholders, while further improving ChromaDex’s already impressive fiscal discipline," shared Pamir.

Tracy Van Hoven

WishGarden Herbs is adding three new members to its leadership team:

• Tracy Van Hoven as CEO
• Erin Stokes ND as Medical Director
• Victor Zesiger as Quality Manager

Tracy Van Hoven has many years of industry experience, having held several strategic consulting positions and a VP, Integrated Marketing role with MegaFood and Emerson Ecologics. With her new role, she has become the company's first-ever Chief Marketing Officer and will oversee accelerating growth and optimizing marketing efforts in the herbalism market. A former Director of Education at MegaFood, Naturopathic Doctor Erin Erin Stokes NDStokes will look to support education and outreach with strategic partners, retailers, media and consumers while Zesiger will lead the Quality Assurance Team as they continue to focus on improving the brand's Vendor Verification program and its NBJ Supply Chain Integrity Award winning supply chain management systems. 

"As a family-owned brand, we evaluate skills and cultural fit to ensure a shared passion. With these three dynamic new members joining our team, we're confident their commitment to education, integrity, and top-notch skill sets will fuel our mission to empower people to own their health with our fast-acting herbal tinctures," said Anna Harshman, Co-Owner of WishGarden Herbs and daughter of Founder Catherine Hunziker.

Dr. Michael Wagner

German-based manufacturer and marketer of fine teas and botanical ingredients, MartinBauer, has named Dr. Michael Wagner as its new Chief Executive Officer in North America. Dr. Wagner, who earned his Ph.D. in Food Engineering at Cornell University and is pursuing an MBA at William and Mary, has spent the last decade with the company taking on various roles and responsibilities. “I am beyond thankful for the opportunity to lead such an excellent organization. We have best in class products and a deeply committed team of people from the front office to the dock doors. I am excited to build on the powerful base that we have established over the past few years.” shared the new CEO North America.

Awards & Honors

Dr. Tracey Seipel, CEO of Seipel Group and Formulator of Urox, has received Queensland's highest exporter honor—the Women in International Business Award—presented at this year's Queensland's Export Awards. Presented by Australia's Deputy Premier, Treasurer, Trade and Investment Minister, the Honorable Cameron Dick, the awards, which celebrate Australian business products and services creating growth through innovation and commitment, honored Dr. Seipel for her development of Urox and 25 year commitment to the urinary and bladder health needs of individuals across the world. “I am extremely humbled and honored to have been selected among the prestigious nominees," shared Dr. Seipel.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) and Radicle Science have announced Global Director for External Research at ChromaDex, Yasmeen Nkrumah-Elie, Ph.D., as the first-ever winner of the Trailblazing Woman Award. The award spotlights women who have made extraordinary contributions to the dietary supplement and functional food industry through their leadership, innovation, and mentorship. Dr. Nkrumah-Elie is a member of CRN's Senior Scientific Advisory Council and a contributor to industry organizations including WIN and the American Society for Nutrition, where she is an avid advocate for diversity, inclusion, and equity. Read more here: Radicle Science and CRN Present the Trailblazing Woman Award.