NFRA STAFF

Skip is NFRA’s President and CEO who works with all departments and the Board of Directors to ensure the Association’s mission “to promote the sales, consumption and awareness of frozen and refrigerated foods” is achieved. He began his career with the Association in 1984 and has witnessed many changes and innovations in promoting the frozen and refrigerated food industry to the consumer. Besides spending time with his family, Skip enjoys golfing, boating and reading.

Jeff is NFRA’s Executive Vice President/COO who oversees the marketing and promotional activities of the Association and manages its meetings including the NFRA Convention. Originally from the Midwest, Jeff’s background includes over 40 years of experience in the food industry. His career path has taken him through all levels of store management in both medium and high-volume retail food stores. He has worked in supervisory and advisory roles with wholesalers, independently owned supermarkets and chain stores of various formats. Jeff also spent 18 years with FMI holding a variety of positions before joining NFRA 10 years ago.

Julie supervises the Communications Department and is responsible for the strategy, planning and execution of all member and consumer communications including NFRA’s annual promotions, consumer PR campaigns and Association events. She also serves as the staff liaison to the Refrigerated Food Council and the Refrigerated Promotions Committee. Julie has served on the Board of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Harrisburg chapter for many years, currently as the VP of Membership. In her free time, she likes to read, garden, travel and visit her son in Cleveland.

Jessica is the Vice President of Finance who works closely with the President & CEO to keep a sharp eye on the Association’s finances. She is responsible for providing leadership over accounting, budgeting, financial reporting and human resources within the Association. Some of her duties include preparing monthly financial statements, bi-weekly payroll, submitting quarterly payroll tax returns, cash flow management and benefits administration. In her free time she enjoys running, reading and spending time with her family, including her two daughters who keep her busy.

Tricia recently joined NFRA as Vice President of Meetings and Industry Relations, responsible for directing the meeting planning activities of the Association, as well as developing/nurturing important industry relationships and managing integrated marketing programs that support NFRA’s mission. Prior to NFRA, Tricia held roles including Events & Special Projects Director and VP, Association Services, responsible for the planning and execution various events and overseeing membership services and communications efforts. Tricia graduated summa cum laude from Lycoming College with a bachelor’s degree in international business and Spanish and a minor in economics. Outside of work, she enjoys entertaining, gardening and spending time with her husband and daughter.

Roxanne is the Communications/Digital Media Coordinator who oversees NFRA’s entire consumer communications, including the digital and social media efforts under the Easy Home Meals brand. She creates content, monitors and interacts with consumer audiences on the Easy Home Meals website, blog, e-newsletter and social media channels. She also assists in the planning and implementation of NFRA’s national promotions and year-round public relations campaigns. Roxanne is the President of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Harrisburg Chapter. When she’s not on social media, Roxanne enjoys spending time with her husband and two cats, visiting with family and friends, attending Philadelphia 76ers games, traveling and cheering on the Baltimore Ravens and Orioles.

Natalie is the Member Communications Coordinator, managing the Association website and LinkedIn group, assisting with NFRA’s event websites and mobile app, taking charge of various NFRA Convention projects and helping with social media content and blog posts for NFRA’s consumer-facing Easy Home Meals properties. Natalie also collaborates and creates various print and digital design projects and oversees advertising for the association. In her free time, she enjoys baking, taking on Pinterest projects and spending time with her husband Jake and their cat Holly.

Tracy is the Communications/Office Manager who works to ensure the entire staff has everything they need to keep NFRA running smoothly. She manages the Association’s POS materials, mailings and incoming phone calls and assists the Communications Department with various projects. In her spare time, Tracy enjoys spending time with her family and friends, participating in craft shows, going to the local dirt track races and is an avid NASCAR fan. Tracy recently celebrated 30 years with NFRA.

Sarah is the Membership and Events Coordinator, managing membership recruitment and retention for the Association and assisting with the administration of the NFRA Convention, including registration, hotel coordination, advertising and sponsorships. She also manages the registration and hotel coordination for the Executive Conference and assists with the annual Mid-Year Board of Directors meeting. Sarah is one of the NFRA staff liaisons to the Membership Committee, Small Business Manufacturers Forum and Supply Chain Forum. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, checking out local wineries and breweries and traveling.