Jim Griffiths, Ph.D., has been appointed vice president, Scientific and International Affairs by the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), Washington, D.C.. With 25 years of experience in food safety and regulatory affairs, Dr. Griffiths most recently worked with the United States Pharmacopoeia (USP), where he managed various food and dietary supplement strategic initiatives.
“We are very pleased to be able to add someone of Dr. Griffiths’ stature to what is already arguably the strongest scientific team representing the industry. His experience will benefit both our member companies and the industry at large.  He will bring to CRN a renewed and collaborative focus on international affairs, and we expect his expertise will positively affect regulatory and nutrition policy globally,” said Steve Mister, president and CEO, CRN.