Baty and her team are doubling down on the role science-led nutrition plays in ending pet obesity and pet homelessness.

Austin Therrell has been appointed to help support the association in its next phase of growth.

Ashley Brinkman has been appointed to director of government affairs at the organization.

The company has made several changes to its leadership within its production, quality, engineering, logistics and finance operations.

Ned M. Bassil has been appointed to chief executive officer, following former CEO Pierre Khattar’s transition to the board of directors.

Alejandro “Alex” Cedeno has been appointed to senior vice president of R&D at Mars Pet Nutrition North America.

Nick Ebert will direct the company’s global sales initiatives for all its pet food products.

The company has added James Martin and Seth Mayers to its team, as well as expanded Jim Alden’s role.

The panel will review the company’s environmental initiatives to help further its sustainability goals.

John Pawlowski joins the company as it continues to expand its freeze-dried pet food capabilities.