Ivan Garcia serves as the Interim Chief Financial Officer at Freshpet Inc., a pioneer in fresh, refrigerated pet food, where he oversees all financial operations, strategic planning, and investor relations during this transitional period. With more than 25 years of progressive experience in finance leadership within the consumer goods and pet industry, Ivan has a proven track record of driving sustainable growth and operational efficiency. His appointment underscores Freshpet's commitment to strengthening its financial foundation amid rapid market expansion and innovation in natural pet nutrition. Prior to joining Freshpet, Ivan held senior finance roles at Mars Petcare, where he spearheaded the financial integration of multiple acquisitions, resulting in over $500 million in annual cost synergies and improved EBITDA margins by 15%. Earlier in his career, as Vice President of Finance at a mid-sized CPG firm, he led the company's successful IPO on the NYSE, raising $250 million and establishing robust governance frameworks that supported 30% year-over-year revenue growth. Ivan holds an MBA from the Wharton School and is a Certified Public Accountant, with accolades including the CFO Leadership Award from the Consumer Goods Forum. At Freshpet, Ivan is focused on optimizing capital allocation for manufacturing expansions, enhancing supply chain resilience, and supporting the company's mission to revolutionize pet food through fresh, human-grade ingredients. His strategic vision positions Freshpet for accelerated profitability and long-term shareholder value in the booming $100 billion U.S. pet food market.