FMI Promotes Key Leaders
The Food Industry Association (FMI) revealed today the promotions of several staff members to elevated roles within the organization.
“Our members recognize that the strength of FMI lies in its dedicated and talented staff and the pool of exemplary professionals we’ve promoted assures that our leadership trajectory remains stalwartly focused on the broader mission of the food industry,” said FMI president and CEO Leslie G. Sarasin, in a statement. “We commend these outstanding individuals for the accomplishments that secured their promotions, and we look forward to supporting their new and inspiring contributions offered on behalf of the food industry.”
Krystal Register, MS, RDN, LDN, has been promoted to VP of health and well-being for her dedication and expertise in advancing initiatives that help connect the science of food and nutrition to overall health, said FMI.
She is active in the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health, on behalf of FMI, developing industry commitments and measuring progress toward those goals. Additionally, Register has supported an evidence-based regulatory agenda, participating in and contributing to a slate of agency comments.
Diane Gill has been appointed controller and VP of financial operations. In her role, she will continue to spearhead financial strategies and operations with an added focus on leading the financial direction of the association.
Steven Harris has been elevated to senior director of government relations and strategic initiatives. His understanding of policy and compliance issues, combined with his strategic vision, will further strengthen FMI's relationships with government entities and drive impactful initiatives as he continues to advocate on behalf of the food industry, said FMI.
Tom Cosgrove has been appointed director of industry relations. His leadership and industry knowledge help build strong relationships and community for food industry asset protection, technology, supply chain, risk and safety, and private brand professionals while advancing industry collaboration, said FMI.