HØRSHOLM, DENMARK — Oterra, a leading supplier of natural colors, announced the appointment of Mia Kjersner to chief operating officer, effective Feb. 1. According to the company, Kjersner will be a “critical” addition to its team.

“Oterra ‘makes nature easy’ by mastering the complex process that takes our natural raw materials to our customers in the food and beverage industry,” said Martin Sonntag, chief executive officer of Oterra. “Excellence in how we source, produce and master our supply chain is paramount to our success.

“Mia brings with her a wealth of experience and passion for running and transforming complex supply chains and operations and is a critical addition to the company and the Oterra leadership team,” he added. 

Kjersner will join Oterra from GN Store Nord, where she currently serves as vice president of global supply chain and regional manufacturing. Prior to joining GN, she served as an associate partner for Implement Consulting Group, leading its Integrated Business Planning practice and assignments at Novozymes and Chr. Hansen. Kjersner has also held roles at Nilfisk-Advance and Novo Nordisk.

“I am thrilled to join Oterra as COO,” Kjersner said. “Oterra’s purpose, to bring the power of nature’s true colors to life, resonates deeply with me. As the world shifts toward more sustainable and natural solutions, I believe that Oterra stands at the forefront of this transformation, helping businesses and consumers embrace the beauty and benefits of nature.

“Oterra’s inspiring purpose and the passion of the team and its dedicated and knowledgeable people drew me to the job,” she added. “I am humbled and excited to join a team committed to creating a positive impact globally, blending innovation with responsibility.”

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