David became CEO of plant-based food and beverage company Califia Farms in the fall of 2020. He has 30 years’ experience in the CPG industry, heading some of the most innovative food and beverage brands in the world.He most recently served as president and CEO of Quest Nutrition, guiding the company to a $1 billion acquisition by The Simply Good Foods Co. David’s previous roles include president and CEO of Popchips and Premier Nutrition Corporation as well as VP and general manager of Red Bull North America and SVP of marketing at Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream.

David will be participating on a panel discussion on Dairy 2.0