Nature’s Path Organic Foods appoints President

Arjan Stephens – New President of Nature’s Path Organic Foods (Photo: CNW Group/Nature’s Path Foods Inc.)

RICHMOND — Effective June 1, co-founder Ratana Stephens has retired as CEO and will join her husband and fellow co-founder, Arran Stephens, on the board of directors. Arjan Stephens, Nature’s Path Organic Foods’ current General Manager and President of Que Pasa, has taken on the role of President of Nature’s Path Organic Foods, and will lead the company’s growth and sustainability strategy to the 50 countries to which they sell.

“Our company has always been about nourishing people and the planet,” said Ratana Stephens. “I am proud to pass the torch to Arjan, who has been an integral part of the company for over 17 years. He has consistently demonstrated his unwavering commitment to making Nature’s Path Organic Foods the first choice for consumers who value high-quality organic food. With his extensive experience in overseeing new manufacturing facilities, leading marketing and sales, as well as the acquisitions of Que Pasa. Anita’s and most recently Love Child Organics. Arjan has shown his dedication to driving Nature’s Path’s success. Another of his major contributions has been co-developing our Love Crunch brand. With Arjan as President, working alongside the company’s leadership team, we are confident that Nature’s Path will continue to thrive and fulfill its mission to leave the earth better than we found it.”