Pharmavite Names Dr. Stewart Townsend Ph.D. as Senior Vice President, Research and Development

 - Talent & Culture

Since Pharmavite’s founding 54 years ago, science has played a critical role in all we do. Importantly, our commitments to science and quality are what has kept Nature Made® as the leading national vitamin and supplement brand for decades.

To amplify and evolve our capabilities across Science and Research & Development, we’re pleased to welcome Dr. Stewart Townsend Ph.D. Dr. Townsend joins Pharmavite as Senior Vice President, Research and Development, and will lead Science, R&D and Regulatory Affairs for Nature Made.

With more than 25 years of progressive R&D experience across global food & beverage organizations such as KraftHeinz, Danone, Tyson, and Mars, Dr. Townsend is well poised to lead our R&D approach and capabilities while maintaining our unwavering commitment to industry-leading science. He holds a PhD in Chemistry from University College of Swansea in Wales, UK, and is a values-driven, results-focused leader who combines deep technical expertise with strong commercial orientation.

Dr. Townsend is looking forward to relocating back to the Los Angeles area, where Pharmavite is headquartered. He is also looking forward to rediscovering the mountains and lakes where he enjoys spending his free time. Dr. Townsend has two children, with a daughter in the music industry in Los Angeles and a son beginning his finance career in Tampa, Florida.

We’re thrilled to have Dr. Townsend onboard to live our commitment to putting science and quality at the core of all we do – benefitting the thousands of consumers who choose our brands as part of their health and wellness journeys.