Stipp was the CEO of Lagunitas Brewing Company, and she currently sits on the board of Siete Family Foods and California Olive Ranch
Suja Life, a Paine Schwartz Partners portfolio company and the leading functional wellness platform and parent company of Suja Organic and Vive Organic announced the appointment of Maria Stipp as its new CEO, effective February 20. Stipp succeeds Bob DeBorde who will retire and remain an active member as Chair of the Board of Directors.
With an impressive leadership track record and a deep understanding of the food and beverage market, Stipp is poised to drive Suja Life to transformative new heights as the company continues to build its strong portfolio of consumer brands. Before joining Suja Life, Stipp served as CEO of Sapporo-Stone Brewing Company where she initially oversaw the Stone Brewing business, doubled its size and successfully led the company through its sale to Japanese beer maker Sapporo. Previously, Stipp was the CEO of Lagunitas Brewing Company, and she currently sits on the board of Siete Family Foods and California Olive Ranch.