KeHE Distributors adds experienced CPG executive to board

North American fresh and specialty product distributor KeHE Distributors has appointed a seasoned consumer packaged goods and distribution executive to its board.

Steven A. White most recently served as president and special counsel to the CEO at Comcast, supporting enterprise leadership development, digital equity initiatives and organizational strategy, according to a news release.

White also served in leadership roles at PepsiCo and Colgate-Palmolive. He currently serves on the boards of Hormel Foods Corp. and W.W. Grainger, and previously served on the board of Shaw Communications.

“We are delighted to welcome Steven to KeHE’s Board of Directors,” KeHE president and CEO Deb Conklin said in the release. “Steven’s blend of strategic leadership and deep understanding of the consumer and distribution industry will be invaluable as we advance our strategic plan for growth. His perspective will help ensure we remain agile and impactful in a rapidly changing marketplace.”

White earned a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University, where he was part of a program supporting first-generation college students.

KeHE distributes natural and organic, specialty and fresh products to more than 31,000 natural food stores, chain and independent grocery stores and specialty products retailers throughout North America.