Pharmavite names CEO

NORTHRIDGE, Calif. Pharmavite on Tuesday named Doug MacLean as the company’s new CEO.

MacLean comes to Pharmavite from TalkingRain, a Seattle-based beverage company focused on health-conscious consumers, providing natural waters and functional beverages, where he most recently served as CEO.  During his tenure, he led the organization from a start-up to a successful, independent beverage company.

At Pharmavite, McLean’s strategic priorities will include accelerating the growth of new products in the United States in conjunction with Pharmavite’s parent company, Otsuka Pharmaceutical Corporation, and maintaining a continued focus on the financial health and effectiveness of Pharmavite’s overall business.

MacLean officially will join Pharmavite June 1.