CSI ANNOUNCES ELECTION OF KLAUS NIELSEN, SALLY ROACH TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

CSI announces election of Klaus Nielsen, Sally Roach to Board of Directors. New global wild-capture certification scheme strengthens expertise in responsible practices and market development.

Certified Seafood International (CSI) has announced that two recognised global leaders in implementing responsible practices within the fish and seafood sector have been elected to serve on its Board of Directors. Sally Roach is a Senior Manager for International Sustainability at the ALDI SOUTH Group. Klaus Nielsen led Espersen as CEO for almost 25 years before his retirement last year.

“CSI is thrilled to welcome Klaus Nielsen and Sally Roach to our Board of Directors. Their diverse expertise and deep industry insights will significantly enhance our efforts towards responsible sourcing and sustainable, market-led supply chain improvements. We are very fortunate to have their expertise and leadership around our Board table,” said Mike Kraft, Executive Director of CSI.

“The ALDI SOUTH Group is pleased to support CSI in its mission of encouraging and rewarding environmentally responsible fishery management. Third-party certification is an important tool for seafood buyers, and I look forward to working as a CSI Board Member to help advance credible choice in the certification of wild-capture fisheries,” states Sally Roach.

“What drew me to CSI is its commitment to keeping certification practical and cost-effective, without compromising on rigour. Their structure is focused on covering the actual costs of running a credible certification system – nothing more. That’s the kind of approach markets desire,” observes Klaus Nielsen.

Sally and Klaus join nine other distinguished CSI Directors. Biographical information for all CSI Directors can be reviewed on the CSI website.