Vancouver, British Columbia — January 7, 2026 — Leads & Copy — Nepra Foods Inc. (CSE:NPRA)(FSE:2P6)(OTCQB:NPRFF), a leader in specialty ingredients and allergen-free products, has appointed Cotter Stern as Director of Ingredient Sales.
With over 15 years of experience in organic food trading, Stern brings a deep technical understanding of global commodity markets and a track record of building sustainable supply chains. According to Nepra Foods, Stern’s experience will accelerate the company’s growth.
Stern’s career includes logistics, inventory management, and product launches. He has handled ingredients in both consumer packaged goods and bulk markets, including plant proteins, legumes, nuts, seeds, sweeteners, and oils.
Nepra Foods’ decision to hire a dedicated sales representative is a pivotal evolution as the company scales operations in a competitive consumer packaged goods environment. The company said that rising inquiries and demand for offerings, including hemp proteins, functional flours, and specialty starches, led to identifying the need for leadership in ingredient sales. Nepra Foods added that the move prioritizes client partnerships and improves supply chain efficiency to ensure consistent fulfillment, with the goal to convert market interest into revenue streams in 2026 and beyond.
“The team and I incredibly excited to welcome Cotter onboard. This appointment reinforces Nepra Foods’ commitment to environmentally focused innovations; leaders like Mr. Stern prove essential to achieving scalability that elevates performance and market recognition,” said Billy Hogan, CEO of Nepra Foods.
Nepra Foods said that Stern is known in the industry for his trustworthiness, qualities that have fostered client loyalty. The company added that his attention to detail and expectations for supplier quality will differentiate Nepra Foods, and that his network provides opportunities to expand ingredient sales via connections with farmers, producers, and major clients worldwide.
“Joining Nepra at this inflection point is an honor and a privilege. My primary goal is to bring forth rooted and fully vetted supply chains, servicing the highest quality ingredients and sharpen our go to market execution while optimizing our revenue streams. We are looking at the potential of our product offerings; staying focused on building trust and capturing market share while delivering measurable value,” Stern said.
Nepra Foods Inc. delivers clean-label solutions. Its mission is to nourish people and the planet by partnering with category leaders, emerging brands, and technology companies to build supply chains rooted in ethical practices and eco-aware innovation. Nepra Foods delivers solutions – including formulations, ingredient technology, co-manufacturing services, e-commerce management, and retail distribution. The company collaborates with ag-tech groups to translate their research and practices into real-world applications.
William Hogan, CEO, can be reached at investors@neprafoods.com, or toll-free at 844-566-1917.
Source: Nepra Foods Inc.
