CLFP Insider

Friday, February 16 marked the bill introduction deadline for the second year of the 2023-24 legislative session. Since the beginning of this year, 2,124 new bills have been introduced. This does not include the hundreds of bills that did not make it to the governor’s desk last year, commonly referred to as 2-year bills. These bills are still working through the legislative process and can be acted on later in the year.

Mike Smyth, distinguished by his tenure as the 2023-2024 Chair of the CLFP Board of Directors, bids farewell as he embarks on retirement in March 2024. With an illustrious career at Olam Food Ingredients (OFI), where he currently holds the role of Senior Vice President of Operations, Mike has been a cornerstone of leadership within the organization. OFI, headquartered in Fresno, CA, stands as a global titan, sourcing from 2.75 million farmers, boasting a workforce exceeding 20,000 employees, and delivering top-tier products ranging from cocoa to coffee, dairy, nuts, and spices.

 

Throughout his tenure, Mike has exemplified excellence, guiding CLFP with unwavering dedication and foresight. The association extends its deepest gratitude for his invaluable contributions, recognizing his instrumental role in shaping its trajectory. As Mike transitions into this new chapter, CLFP extends its warmest wishes for a fulfilling retirement, confident in the legacy of leadership he leaves behind.