Radicle Science and the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) have announced the five finalists for the first ever Trailblazing Woman Award.
The new Trailblazing Woman Award recognizes extraordinary women who have significantly contributed to the dietary supplement and functional food industry, breaking barriers and fostering diversity, innovation, and leadership. CRN members will soon cast their votes to determine this year’s winner, who will be announced at the association’s annual meeting, CONVERGENCE ‘24, taking place Oct. 9-11 in Salt Lake City, UT.
“The impact of these trailblazing women extends far beyond the lab or boardroom as they shatter barriers in scientific research and innovation,” said Pelin Thorogood, co-founder and chairwoman of Radicle Science. “These finalists aren’t just advancing the science of nutrition; they’re rewriting the rules of business leadership as they dismantle the gender gap to transform consumer health. At Radicle Science, we proudly stand with these fearless pioneers whose relentless drive, passion, and vision are redefining the future of our industry.”
According to CRN and Radicle Science, the Trailblazing Woman Award finalists represent a diverse group of women who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation and mentorship within the industry.
The finalists are:
- Rachel Brewer, PhD, executive director of research and development, USANA Health Sciences
- Lori Lauersen, senior vice president of global research and development, Unilever Health & Wellbeing Collective
- Amy Mozingo, vice president of scientific and regulatory affairs, SGS Nutrasource/GRAS Associates
- Yasmeen Nkrumah-Elie, PhD, global director for external research, ChromaDex
- Taneesha Routier, JD, regulatory lawyer and compliance expert, XYMOGEN
“These Trailblazing Woman Award finalists all reflect the dedication and commitment to high ethical and quality standards that exemplify the values of our CRN member companies—and they have demonstrated the power of elevating and inspiring other women in the dietary supplement and functional food space,” said Gretchen Powers, vice president marketing and member experience, CRN. “It was no easy task for our judges to arrive at five finalists from the many nominations received. CRN is fortunate to have such strong leadership within our membership. We are excited to announce the winner at CONVERGNECE ‘24 in Salt Lake City, Oct. 9-11, following our CRN members’ online voting, open through Sept. 12.”
For more information, visit www.crnusa.org/trailblazer or www.crnusa.org/2024events.
