Burnett is a 40-year veteran of Tyson Foods, with executive roles in engineering and technology for domestic and Asian operations.

Kiefer will be responsible for implementing the strategic financial and systems objectives of the company, as well as oversee financial planning and analysis, accounting and information technology.

The 2024 Board of Directors was elected by FPA voting members via ballot for a one-year term, except the chair’s two-year term, and assumed their directorship on March 20 during the FPA Annual Meeting.

Rein joins Fortifi after serving as CHRO of PerkinElmer, a global analytical services and solutions provider with a focus in food science and the environment.

Getz will lead the project management, engineering, manufacturing, purchasing and technical services departments, as well as operations in RBS’ Tianjin, China facility.

Natural light, open layout and local touches create a “uniquely CRB and uniquely St. Louis” workplace.

The organization honored the 2024 award recipients at its conference, held April 14-19 in Dallas, Texas.

Christensen will remain part of Idaho Steel Products and Reyco Systems as a member of the board of directors.

Nieto will lead lean implementation and continuous improvement, as well as guide the development of the Fortifi business operating system.

The modern distribution facility includes 12,000 sq. ft. of fully automated freezer capacity, end-to-end research and development capabilities, automated production lines to increase sales capacity, and space for five additional production lines.