Mike Kocsis also served as VP of aquaculture procurement at High Liner Foods.
The Global Seafood Alliance (GSA)
The Global Seafood Alliance (GSA) has announced the appointment of Mike Kocsis as its new Chief Executive Officer. In April 2022, Kocsis joined the organization as Chief Systems Officer and was promoted to Chief Strategy Officer in August 2023.
According to a statement published by GSA, current CEO Wally Stevens will assist Kocsis's adaptation and remain a member of the GSA board of directors and GSA executive committee.
Regarding his appointment, Kocsis said: "I’m excited to continue advancing responsible seafood practices globally with our partners. GSA is proud to engage with many of the world’s leading aquaculture and wild-caught seafood producers, retailers, food service operators, and NGOs, and I look forward to closer collaboration as we advance our shared vision."
"This work isn’t possible without the incredible team at GSA. Their commitment to our mission and dedication to continuous improvement inspires me daily. It’s an honor to serve this team and lead GSA into the future," he added.
Prior, the new CEO has worked in leading seafood brands like High Liner Foods, King & Prince Seafood, and Gorton's Seafood. He also served as VP of aquaculture procurement at High Liner Foods.
In February, the Global Seafood Alliance announced that Michael Berto, an executive at Walmart US, has been appointed as a new member of its Board of Directors.