Atlanta Community Food Bank Welcomes New Board Members to Strengthen Hunger Relief Efforts

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 in 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: "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. The new members are 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 leaders bring expertise in public health, business strategy, finance, and consulting, which will be invaluable in guiding the Food Bank's initiatives.

In addition, Christine Connor, Managing Partner and Founder at Switch Consulting Group, has been elected as the new Advisory Board Vice Chair. Joining the Advisory Board are Jay Ritchie, President & CEO of Tokio Marine HCC, and Kevin Autie, Senior Manager at Gas South. Their diverse backgrounds will further strengthen the Food Bank's capacity to address hunger in the region.

The announcement comes at a critical time, as food insecurity continues to affect hundreds of thousands of residents. The Food Bank's work is more important than ever, and the new board members will play a key role in shaping strategies to ensure that all hungry people across metro Atlanta and north Georgia have access to nutritious meals. With over 700 community-based nonprofit partners in 29 counties, the organization helps thousands of families, children, and seniors get healthy food every year. In 2023, the Atlanta Community Food Bank distributed its one billionth meal, a testament to its impact and reach.

The Atlanta Community Food Bank's mission is to end hunger with the food, people, and big ideas needed to ensure neighbors have the nourishment to lead healthy and productive lives. The addition of these experienced leaders underscores the organization's commitment to expanding its impact and finding innovative solutions to hunger. For more information about the Atlanta Community Food Bank, including how to help, visit acfb.org or follow them on Facebook or Instagram.