Michael has been leading Farmer Connect as CEO since June 2020 by championing the mission to humanize consumption through technology. He has an extensive background in marketing, media, and FMCG, and he brings a deep understanding of the challenges in coffee and chocolate industries, having worked for companies such as Nestlé and Mondelēz. He is an innovative and creative leader that holds extensive international expertise in marketing, recognizing the value a brand can give to a company and its shareholders. Michael is fascinated by tech, great food, and how they can be brought together.
Elizabeth Rennie
Editor-in-Chief and Senior Manager of Publications, ASCM
Elizabeth Rennie is editor-in-chief of SCM Now magazine and senior manager of publications at the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM). She sets the direction of ASCM’s digital and print content, ensuring it delivers value to readers across industries, locations, and job functions. Rennie also heads the ASCM Awards of Excellence, the premier international supply chain awards program. Prior to her current position, she served as both managing editor and associate editor for the organization. Rennie is the technical editor of “Supply Chain Management for Dummies,” an Amazon best seller. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a bachelor’s degree in music performance. In her spare time, she enjoys performing as a vocalist with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra and Charlotte Master Chorale.
