The Atlanta Community Food Bank, a central hub in the fight against hunger in metro Atlanta and north Georgia, has named new members to its Governing and Advisory Boards. These appointments, effective July 1, 2026, aim to support the organization's mission of making 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. They include 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 at Kaiser Permanente Georgia; and Vonetta Daniels, Founder & Principal at VYD and Associates. These leaders bring expertise in public health, business strategy, finance, and consulting, which will be instrumental in guiding the organization's efforts.
In addition, Christine Connor, Managing Partner and Founder at Switch Consulting Group, has been elected as the new Advisory Board Vice Chair. Two new Advisory Board members have also joined: Jay Ritchie, President & CEO of Tokio Marine HCC, and Kevin Autie, Senior Manager at Gas South. The Advisory Board provides strategic counsel and community engagement support to the Food Bank.
The announcement comes at a critical time, as food insecurity continues to affect a significant portion of the population in the region. The Atlanta Community Food Bank works with more than 700 community-based, nonprofit partners across 29 counties to distribute healthy food to families, children, and seniors. In 2023, the organization reached a milestone by distributing its one billionth meal, underscoring its long-standing impact.
The new board members are expected to help the Food Bank enhance its operations, expand its reach, and develop innovative solutions to address the root causes of hunger. Their diverse backgrounds will contribute to the organization's strategic planning and resource allocation, ensuring that vital resources are accessible to those in need. For more information about the Atlanta Community Food Bank, including how to help, visit acfb.org or follow them on Facebook or Instagram.
