The sixth CEO in the history ofPCC Community Marketsis nowSuzanne Monford.Monford brings over 30 years of experience in the grocery and restaurant industries spanning from her experiences at The Kroger Company, H-E-B Central Market, H-E-B Grocery, and Andronico’s Community Markets.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition(CRN) has hiredKendall Ridleyas Senior Director of Communications. Ridley’s key responsibilities will be to spearhead the association’s strategic communications program, build key partnerships, and craft consumer education and advocacy campaigns for CRN.

iHerbhas appointedDr. Michael Murrayas its Chief Scientific Advisor. Dr. Murray has been a thought leader, author, and expert in nutrition, dietary supplements, and natural products. He has published more than 30 books, including the Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine.

Jones Soda Co.has promoted 38-year CPG and foodservice industry veteranMark Murrayto President and CEO. Prior to joining Jones Soda, Murray served as the president of JGC Foods.

Michelle Ahbehas been namedQuicksilver Scientific’sDirector of Marketing Brand Development, bringing with her a decade of CPG brand management experience.

Mercatohas hiredEmily Keetonas its Chief Financial Officer. Keeton will oversee all financial and administrative functions at Mercato. Previously, she worked as Managing Director of WeWork’s Creator Fund.

Five new members have joinedThe Global Prebiotic Association(GPA): ADM and Aquamin join GPA at the Member level, and Anderson Advanced Ingredients, Next Trillion Sciences, and Traverse Science, Inc. join as Associate Members.