The Atlanta Community Food Bank, a central hub in the fight against hunger in metro Atlanta and north Georgia, has announced the appointment of new members to its Governing and Advisory Boards. These appointments, effective July 1, 2026, aim to strengthen the organization's mission to make food assistance more convenient, consistent, frequent, and equitable across its service area, where over 900,000 people are projected to be food insecure.
Kyle Waide, President & CEO of the Atlanta Community Food Bank, expressed gratitude for the new members, stating, "We are honored to welcome our new Board members, who bring their professional expertise and dedication to our community, to the Food Bank. We are incredibly grateful to this group of leaders for their commitment to service and for joining us in our mission to fight hunger, making vital resources more accessible for our neighbors in need. We look forward to their guidance and collaboration as we work to amplify the impact of the Food Bank as a critical part of the food ecosystem."
The Food Bank added four new Governing Board members for Fiscal Year 2027, each serving three-year terms: Danielle Fallin, Dean of the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University; Marshall Guest, Chief Strategy Officer at the Metro Atlanta Chamber; Noel Baber, VP & CFO of Kaiser Permanente Georgia; and Vonetta Daniels, Founder & Principal of VYD and Associates. These individuals bring diverse expertise in public health, business strategy, finance, and consulting, which will be invaluable in guiding the Food Bank's initiatives.
In addition, the Advisory Board has a newly elected Vice Chair, Christine Connor, Managing Partner and Founder at Switch Consulting Group, along with two new members: Jay Ritchie, President & CEO of Tokio Marine HCC, and Kevin Autie, Senior Manager at Gas South. Their experience in leadership and management will support the Food Bank's advisory functions.
The announcement comes at a critical time, as the Food Bank continues to address the pervasive issue of hunger in the region. In 2023, the organization distributed its one billionth meal, underscoring its longstanding commitment to the community. Through more than 700 community-based nonprofit partners in 29 counties, the Food Bank helps thousands of families, children, and seniors access healthy food annually.
The new board members will play a pivotal role in shaping strategies to expand the Food Bank's impact, ensuring that all hungry people across metro Atlanta and north Georgia have access to the nutritious meals they need. Their collective expertise is expected to help the organization navigate challenges and innovate solutions in the fight against hunger.
For more information about the Atlanta Community Food Bank, including how to help, visit acfb.org or follow them on Facebook or Instagram.
