A Recipe for Progress: Common Threads Unveils Six Visionary New Board Members

Common Threads, a pioneering national non-profit dedicated to fostering health equity through culturally relevant nutrition education, is thrilled to announce the appointment of six distinguished leaders to its National Board of Directors. These new members bring a wealth of diverse expertise spanning healthcare, finance, strategic communications, product innovation, law, and life sciences, promising to ignite new growth and amplify the organization's profound impact across the United States.

The newly appointed board members are: Dr.

David Ansell, Senior Vice President for Community Health Equity at Rush University Medical Center and Associate Dean for Community Health Equity at Rush Medical College; Melinda Bowman, Vice President of Product Management at McDonald's; Jennifer Chan, President & CEO of Chan & Company Inc.; Nicole Johnson-Scales, former Senior Vice President of Global Communications at McDonald's; John W.

Miller, Partner at Winston & Strawn LLP; and Dr. Suzet McKinney, Principal & Director of Life Sciences at Sterling Bay.

Angela Renkema, CEO of Common Threads, expressed immense enthusiasm about the additions, stating, "We are absolutely delighted to welcome these exceptional individuals to our National Board.

Each brings a unique blend of professional expertise, strategic insight, and a profound passion for health equity. Their collective wisdom will be instrumental in guiding Common Threads as we expand our reach and deepen our impact, ensuring more children and families in underserved communities gain access to vital nutrition education and healthier futures."

Arturo Cazares, Chair of the Common Threads Board of Directors, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the transformative potential of the new cohort.

"The caliber of talent and dedication joining our board is truly inspiring. Their diverse backgrounds and unwavering commitment to our mission will undoubtedly strengthen our governance and strategic initiatives, propelling Common Threads toward an even brighter future of service and advocacy."

Common Threads, founded in 2004, has a remarkable track record of empowering over one million individuals through its hands-on cooking and nutrition education programs.

By focusing on culturally sensitive approaches, the organization equips children, families, and communities with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed food choices, combat preventable diseases, and cultivate healthier lifestyles. The addition of these six dynamic leaders marks a significant milestone in Common Threads' journey, positioning the organization for unprecedented growth and a sustained legacy of promoting well-being nationwide.