15. May 2024

Döhler President of Americas Appointed FEMA President

Paul Graham, President of Americas at Döhler, is announced as FEMA’s new President. He is committed to increasing collaboration among all stakeholders and aims to champion flavor safety as well as to improve associations’ outreach efforts. With his experience within Döhler, he seeks to advance the industry.

During the FEMA Annual Leadership Conference, which took place in Charleston (SC) from April 29 to May 1, Paul Graham was appointed FEMA President. Paul brings vast experience of more than 35 years in the industry and has been an honored member of FEMA for more than 10 years. He officially assumed his role on May 1, 2024, following his recognition by the association members and former President Laurette Rondenet.

FEMA, the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association of the United States, founded in 1909, is the preeminent national association of the U.S. flavor industry, dedicated to ensuring the availability of safe flavoring substances.

As President, Paul excitedly highlights, "I am deeply committed to leading FEMA through a period of evolution by creating and implementing a comprehensive strategic five-year plan. This will enhance collaboration among FEMA Committee Chairs, members, and stakeholders, while working together with IOFI (International Organization of the Flavor Industry).”

Another central topic to Paul Graham's agenda is advancing FEMA’s commitment to ensuring the safe and responsible use of flavorings through FEMA GRAS while fostering industry innovation. He is dedicated to improving outreach and membership engagement as well as making FEMA more accessible, strengthening programs like the FIL (Flavor Ingredient Library) and FEMA FLI (Future Leaders Initiative).

FEMA and Döhler congratulate Paul on his presidency and look forward to contributing to the flavor industry. The Döhler team is also honored to directly supporting an association as important as FEMA.