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.
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.
Joe Dickson
Global Quality Standards Coordinator
Joe is responsible for developing and maintaining standards for natural food, body care and food policy issues, including organic agriculture and genetically engineered crops.
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.
Mark Ehrnstein
Global Vice President of Team Member Services
For over 10 years, Mark Ehrnstein has been a highly visible, true “face” of Human Relations at Whole Foods Market.
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, and other Whole Foods Market channels.
Allison Enke
Registered Dietitian, Exclusive and Store Brands
Allison Enke is passionate about providing consumers with healthy, compliant, high quality natural and organic products.
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.
Erin Harper
Senior Administrator, Local Producer Loan Program
Erin Harper oversees Whole Foods Market’s Local Producer Loan Program, which provides low-interest loans to small producers and farmers.
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.
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.
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.
Vadan Less
Senior Director of Content
Vadan and his team create and maintain Dark Rye and a variety of other content for Whole Foods Market.
Kathy Loftus
Global Leader of Sustainable Engineering and Energy Management
As the global leader of sustainable engineering and energy management, Kathy Loftus is in charge of coordinating sustainability programs, including overall company impact reporting.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Philip Sansone
President and Executive Director, Whole Planet Foundation
Philip is the President and Executive Director of Whole Planet Foundation, overseeing operations, programmatic direction and financial management.
Derek Sarno
Senior Global Chef
Derek’s experience includes many years as chef/consultant for an international Tibetan Buddhist monastery, restaurateur, caterer, vegan organic farmer, food designer, consultant, food writer and educator of vegan, vegetarian and animal-based cuisines.
Errol Schweizer
Executive Global Grocery Coordinator
As the executive global grocery coordinator, Errol plays a crucial role in setting Whole Foods Market apart from big-box food retailers. With more than 18 years of experience working in virtually every aspect of food retail—from coordinating a CSA and co-op market and managing overnight stock crews to running the helm of Whole Foods Market’s Global Grocery program—Errol knows what makes a product stand out on the shelf.
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.
Cathy Strange
Global Cheese Buyer
Cathy Strange joined Whole Foods Market in 1990 and has a wealth of food industry experience and expertise.
Joy Stoddard
Executive Partnership Development and Internal Programs Director, Whole Planet Foundation
Joy joined Whole Foods Market in 2000 and Whole Planet Foundation in 2006. She develops strategic partnerships, fundraises for microcredit, and connects Whole Foods Market shoppers, suppliers and team members to Whole Planet Foundation.
Lee Tobin
Gluten-Free Bakehouse Team Leader
Lee Tobin works diligently to ensure that Whole Foods Market has the ability to provide amazing gluten-free products that customers can enjoy with confidence.
Jody Villecco
Global Quality Standards Coordinator
Jody Villecco is responsible for researching, coordinating and maintaining the Quality Standards at Whole Foods Market.
John Walker
Senior Global Produce Coordinator
A Team Member since 1997, John Walker leads the Global Produce Team for Whole Foods Market.
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.
Margaret Wittenberg
Global Vice President of Quality Standards and Public Affairs
Margaret is one of the Company’s original team members, joining Whole Foods Market in 1981, and has worked closely with key domestic and international organizations including the USDA, the EPA, Organic Trade Association, and the Marine Stewardship Council.
