Experts : Global
Jacob Ellenberg
Dark Rye Executive Producer
Jacob produces content to help promote a more creative and sustainable lifestyle through Dark Rye, Whole Foods Market’s online magazine.
Kelly Le Castre
Dark Rye Executive Producer
Kelly works closely with her team to develop content for both Dark Rye and the Whole Foods Market website.
Vadan Less
Senior Director of Video Content
Vadan and his team create and maintain Dark Rye and a variety of other video assets for Whole Foods Market.
Kathy Dragon
Executive Director, Whole Journeys
As a professional in the Adventure/Experiential Travel industry for more than two decades, Kathy has guided small group tours for active adults worldwide.
Nona Evans
Whole Kids Foundation President & Executive Director
Nona has a longstanding passion for improving the experience of children’s education, which she has married with the importance of nutrition and access to healthy food choices through Whole Kids Foundation, the newest philanthropic endeavor of Whole Foods Market.
Rob Twyman
President - Northern California Region
Rob Twyman is President of Whole Foods Market’s Northern California Region.
John Walker
Senior Global Produce Coordinator
A Team Member since 1997, John Walker leads the Global Produce Team for Whole Foods Market.
Alona Pulde, MD
Global Medical Executive of Health and Wellness
Alona is a board-certified practitioner of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and Family Medicine Physician specializing in nutrition and lifestyle medicine. She serves as one of the health and wellness medical experts for the company’s Wellness Clubs.
Matthew Lederman, MD
Global Medical Executive of Health and Wellness
Matt is a board-certified, Internal Medicine physician specializing in nutrition and lifestyle medicine. He serves as one of the health and wellness medical experts for the company’s Wellness Clubs.
James Parker
Global produce and floral buying office team leader
His more than 25 years at Whole Foods Market in the produce department make him a walking produce encyclopedia.
Edmund LaMacchia
Vice President of Procurement – Perishables
Edmund LaMacchia joined Whole Foods Market in 1990, bringing a personal commitment to environmental change through the progress of organic agriculture.
Carrie Brownstein
Seafood Quality Standards Coordinator
Carrie Brownstein develops standards to guide seafood purchasing for the Company’s stores throughout the United States, Canada, and the UK.
David Pilat
Global Seafood Buyer
David Pilat has accumulated a wealth of seafood knowledge and experience having worked in several stores, four regions, and Whole Foods Market’s own seafood processing facility in Pigeon Cove based in Gloucester, Massachusetts.
Theo Weening
Global Meat Buyer
Theo’s passion for quality meats; intricate knowledge of raising practices, cuts and preparation techniques; and his dedication to the art of a centuries-old craft has made him a highly-sought national expert.
Joe Rogoff
President — Pacific Northwest Region
In 2000, Joe Rogoff was managing Food for Thought when it acquired by Whole Foods Market. He joined the company as a store team leader.
Anne Malleau
Global Animal Production and Welfare Coordinator
Anne Malleau is responsible for implementing Whole Foods Market’s animal welfare initiatives, including the launch of Global Animal Partnership’s 5-Step Animal Welfare Rating program in the company’s U.S. and Canadian stores.
Jim Speirs
Global Vice President of Procurement – Non-Perishables
Jim Speirs grew up and worked in virtually every capacity of a Southern California family-owned supermarket chain.
Doug Bell
Global Wine and Beer Buyer
Atlanta native Doug Bell got his start in the beer and wine business in college during summer and holiday breaks. At Whole Foods Market, Doug’s job is to find top quality wines that appeal to everyone at the best prices available.
Cathy Strange
Global Cheese Buyer
Cathy Strange joined Whole Foods Market in 1990 and has a wealth of food industry experience and expertise.
Laura Derba
President – North Atlantic Region
With nearly 30 years of experience in the grocery industry, Laura Derba has firsthand knowledge of every aspect of grocery store operation.
