Chris Peterson Appointed as Chief People & Culture Officer at The Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma

The Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma has appointed Chris Peterson as its new Chief People & Culture Officer.

With a robust background in both higher education and human resources, Chris brings a wealth of experience to the organization, poised to further its mission of fighting hunger in Oklahoma.

Before joining the Regional Food Bank, Chris served in a dual capacity at Southern Nazarene University, holding the positions of Associate Vice President for Financial Services and Enrollment Management. His tenure at the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma as Senior Director of Human Resources prior to his role at Southern Nazarene demonstrates his deep commitment to the organization’s cause.

Chris’s extensive experience also includes significant roles at Southern Nazarene University, where he significantly contributed to HR and enrollment management, and at Oakdale Christian Academy, where he managed business and human resource functions.

About The Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma:

The Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, established in 1980, stands at the forefront of the fight against hunger in the state. By distributing food through a vast network of over 1,300 community-based partner agencies and schools across 53 counties in central and western Oklahoma, the Regional Food Bank is dedicated to ensuring that no one in Oklahoma goes hungry. Beyond food distribution, the organization is committed to raising public awareness about hunger, advocating for the hungry, and facilitating access to a variety of resources, thereby reinforcing its vision of a hunger-free Oklahoma.