Pet Food Institute names Elise Fennig president and CEO – PetfoodIndustry

The Pet Food Institute (PFI) has named Elise Fennig as its next president and CEO, effective March 16, 2026. Fennig succeeds Dana Brooks, who has led the Washington, D.C.-based association since 2018.

Most recently, Fennig served as chief of staff and senior vice president of industry engagement at the National Confectioners Association, where she oversaw organizational operations, strategic initiatives and cross-functional teams supporting membership and events, industry affairs, and global engagement. She has also held leadership roles at Consumer Brands Association (formerly the Grocery Manufacturers Association), the American Frozen Food Institute, and The Kraft Heinz Company.

"Elise is an accomplished executive with deep experience across the food industry and a strong understanding of the issues facing manufacturers today," said Scott Salmon, chair of PFI's board of directors. "She is the right leader to build on PFI's momentum and to guide the organization into its next chapter, strengthening our work on behalf of pet food makers and the pets they serve."

Brooks added that after eight years leading PFI, she is confident the organization is well-positioned for the future. "Elise's leadership experience, collaborative approach, and commitment to supporting food makers make her exceptionally well-suited to lead PFI forward," she said. "I am proud of what we have built together with our members and look forward to seeing the organization continue to evolve under Elise's guidance."

Fennig holds a graduate degree in public relations from the University of Florida and a bachelor's degree in foreign affairs and Spanish from the University of Virginia. 

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