Potatoes USA Hires “Nutrition Translator”

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Bonnie Johnson has joined Potatoes USA as director of nutrition and industry relations. She is a registered dietitian with more than 20 years of experience in the food industry. She calls herself a “nutrition translator,” working to translate and deliver credible, science-based information to business partners, healthcare professionals and consumers to build trust and respect. In the past decade, Johnson has partnered with several start-up ventures and large food companies to bring healthy food products to life. Her passion for commodity marketing was cultivated at the Dairy Council and the National Peanut Board.

Johnson earned a bachelor’s degree at the University of Arizona, a master’s degree at Colorado State University and will soon begin working to attain an MBA at the University of Colorado, Boulder.