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Organic Food Veteran to Accelerate Nepra’s Allergen-Free Innovation
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA / ACCESS Newswire / March 12, 2025 / Nepra Foods Inc. (CSE:NPRA)(FSE:2P6)(OTC PINK:NPRFF) ("Nepra" or the "Company"), a specialty food company focused on innovative, allergen-free, and gluten-free ingredient technologies, is proud to announce the appointment of Mark Retzloff as Chairman of the Board of Directors. With over 51 years shaping the natural, organic, and sustainable food sectors, Retzloff's leadership will accelerate Nepra's growth and mission to support global food manufacturers with next-generation, healthy ingredients.
A Visionary Leader to Drive Progress
"Nepra Foods is thrilled to have Mark Retzloff onboard. His unparalleled experience and visionary approach to sustainable food systems make him the ideal leader to guide and accelerate our strategic direction," said Billy Hogan, CEO of Nepra Foods. "His appointment comes at a pivotal time as we expand our product offerings and redefine healthy, sustainable food production for the 21st century."
"I am immensely honored to have Mark join the Nepra team" said Chadwick White, CVO of Nepra Foods. "With his direction, Nepra will be able to more quickly fulfill its long-term mission to improve our food system. Mark opens doors for us with relationships that would have taken Nepra years to develop, I am beyond excited and thankful!"
As Chairman, Retzloff will leverage his extensive industry insights and networks to supercharge Nepra's commitment to high-quality, regenerative foods. His expertise in scaling businesses and advocating for organic practices will propel the Company forward in the growing allergen-free market, projected to reach USD $14 billion by 2032 (Statista, 2024).
Retzloff shared his enthusiasm: "I'm excited to join Nepra Foods at this transformative time in the food industry. I see tremendous potential in their dedication to quality and innovation, and together, we can lead the charge toward a more sustainable, health-conscious food system."
About Mark Retzloff
Mark Retzloff's 51-year career began as a University of Michigan student, co-founding Eden Foods in Ann Arbor. He later established Rainbow Grocery in Denver and Alfalfa's Markets in Boulder, which merged with Wild Oats Markets in 1996. As Chairman of the Organic Food Alliance, he helped pass the 1990 Organic Food Production Act. Retzloff co-founded Horizon Organic Dairy in Broomfield, Colorado, serving as Chairman, CEO, and President of International, and chaired Rudi's Organic Bakery, driving its turnaround into a leading U.S. organic bread producer. In 2003, he co-founded Aurora Organic Dairy, where he remains a senior advisor.