ARLINGTON, VA. — SNAC International is looking for a new leader after it was revealed that Christine Cochran, the association’s president and chief executive officer since April 1, 2022, will be leaving SNAC to become president and CEO of the National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) on Dec. 2. Prior to joining SNAC International, Cochrane was with the Grain Foods Foundation, which she headed as executive director since its establishment in 2012. “After nearly four incredible years as president and CEO of SNAC International, I will be transitioning to a new role on Dec. 2, 2025,” Cochran said in a Sept. 18 LinkedIn posting. “As I prepare for this next chapter, I carry with me immense gratitude for the friendships, experiences, and lessons gained at SNAC. Formerly the Snack Food Association, an organization established in 1937, SNAC International’s activities focus on education, advocacy and networking.