Roger Bektash

Dr Roger Bektash was appointed as the inaugural President of the Global Alliance of Pet Food Associations (GAPFA) in November 2014 and served in that capacity for 2 years, retiring as required by GAPFA's constitution. During GAPFA's formative years Roger has inspired this global group and its work streams to achieve consensus on a number of pet food safety, nutrition and trade facilitation issues. Application has been made to partner with the world animal health organisation OIE and approaches made to harmonise global standards.

Roger was honoured with a presentation from the Executive Committee at its recent General Assembly held in San Diego, USA. Recorded in the minutes was:
The General Assembly warmly thanked the outgoing President, R Bektash, for his leadership and support to GAPFA as the first GAPFA President. Roger is also President of PFIAA; and fulfils the role of; Director Scientific & Regulatory Affairs - Mars Asia-Pacific Petcare.

Right image -  Dr Roger Bektash is honoured by his colleagues at the recent GAPFA General Assembly.