Sanford Executive and Leadership Team

Henry Pearsall, the President, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at Sanford, directs the overarching strategic vision for the entire seafood enterprise. By overseeing the integration of wildcatch and aquaculture segments, the President, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer ensures alignment between harvesting operations and international market demands. This leadership role involves constant engagement with the Board to refine corporate governance and long-term growth trajectories. Henry Pearsall maintains focus on expanding the company footprint across Europe, China, and the Pacific, driving initiatives that optimize the supply chain for deepwater fish species. Through rigorous oversight of processing and storage capabilities, the President, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer secures competitive advantages in the global food manufacturing sector. Pearsall prioritizes sustainable harvesting practices, ensuring that all operational outputs meet stringent quality benchmarks while maximizing shareholder value through disciplined resource management and strategic market positioning.

Donnisha Sanford, the Founder & Chief Executive Officer at Sanford, architects the foundational mission and core values that define the organization. By driving innovation in seafood processing and marketing, the Founder & Chief Executive Officer ensures that the company maintains its legacy of excellence in the aquaculture industry. This leadership role involves fostering relationships with key stakeholders and guiding the executive team toward achieving ambitious sustainability targets. Donnisha Sanford monitors the performance of diverse product lines, including greenshell mussels and king salmon, to ensure consistent market penetration across North America and Asia. By championing research and development, the Founder & Chief Executive Officer accelerates the adoption of advanced storage technologies that preserve product integrity. Sanford cultivates a culture of operational excellence, ensuring that every aspect of the business model reflects a commitment to quality, environmental responsibility, and long-term commercial viability within the competitive global seafood landscape.

Beverly Michael, the Chief Financial Officer at Sanford, manages the fiscal health and capital allocation strategies for the entire seafood operation. Overseeing financial reporting and risk management, the Chief Financial Officer ensures that the company maintains robust liquidity to support harvesting and processing activities. This leadership role involves collaborating with the executive team to evaluate the profitability of various fish species and aquaculture ventures. Beverly Michael directs the financial planning for regional operations in New Zealand, Australia, and the Middle East, ensuring that capital investments align with broader growth objectives. By optimizing cost structures and monitoring market fluctuations, the Chief Financial Officer provides the necessary data to support strategic decision-making at the board level. Michael secures the financial foundation of the business, enabling the company to navigate complex international trade environments while maintaining consistent revenue streams and delivering sustainable returns across all global business segments.

Peter Young, the Acting Chief Operating Officer at Sanford, directs the daily execution of harvesting, processing, and distribution activities across all segments. By overseeing the logistics of inshore and deepwater fish species, the Acting Chief Operating Officer ensures that supply chain operations remain efficient and responsive to international demand. This leadership role involves coordinating with production managers to maintain high standards for product storage and quality control. Peter Young manages the operational scale of the business, driving improvements in processing facilities to increase throughput and reduce waste. By implementing lean manufacturing principles, the Acting Chief Operating Officer optimizes the flow of products from the ocean to global markets, including Japan and South Korea. Young monitors operational performance metrics to identify bottlenecks, ensuring that the company maintains its competitive edge in the seafood industry through superior execution, reliable delivery schedules, and consistent product availability.

Debra Lumsden, the Chief People Officer, Egm Mussels Business Unit at Sanford, directs human capital strategy while simultaneously managing the specialized operations of the mussel business unit. By overseeing talent acquisition and organizational development, the Chief People Officer, Egm Mussels Business Unit ensures that the workforce remains aligned with the company mission of sustainable seafood production. This leadership role involves fostering a culture of safety and excellence across all processing facilities. Debra Lumsden drives the strategic growth of the mussel segment, focusing on harvesting efficiency and market expansion for greenshell mussels. By integrating human resources initiatives with business unit goals, the Chief People Officer, Egm Mussels Business Unit optimizes team performance and operational output. Lumsden ensures that the company attracts and retains top-tier talent, providing the necessary support to maintain high productivity levels and achieve long-term success in the competitive aquaculture sector.