MANNATECH - Key Persons


Dr. Steve Nugent

Job Titles:
  • Chief Health and Nutrition Officer and Chairman of the Global Scientific Advisory Board
  • Chief Science and Health Officer
Dr. Steve Nugent is Chief Health and Nutrition Officer and Chairman of the Global Scientific Advisory Board. Dr. Nugent brings 40 plus years of experience in the health and nutrition industry and is a renowned public speaker, author and expert on health, wellness and nutrition. Having been a part of Mannatech since 1996, during his career, Dr. Nugent has scientifically conducted tests on more than 6,000 dietary supplement products and has formulated more than 160 dietary products. Dr. Nugent earned a PsyD in Psychology, specializing in health and wellness psychology from the University of the Rockies with additional studies in integrative medicine as well as a degree in Behavioral Science with High Distinction at the University of Michigan (Dearborn). In addition, he has earned three degrees in business administration, including a Master's degree. He has served as President of the International Association of Complementary Medicine and is President Emeritus of the American Naturopathic Medical Association (ANMA). He currently serves as a professional member of the American College of Nutrition.

Erin Barta - Chief Legal Officer

Job Titles:
  • General Counsel
Erin Barta, Mannatech's General Counsel, joined Mannatech in 2006 where she served as Senior Corporate Counsel. She was named Assistant General Counsel in March 2009 and was named General Counsel and Corporate Secretary in August 2013. Prior to joining Mannatech, Barta served as Corporate Counsel and later Senior Corporate Counsel for Metromedia Restaurant Group, a subsidiary of Metromedia Company. She has a Bachelor of Science from Texas Woman's University and she received her Juris Doctor from Texas Wesleyan University, now Texas A&M University School of Law.

J. Stanley Fredrick - Chairman

Job Titles:
  • Chairman of the Board
  • Member of the Science & Marketing Committee
J. Stanley Fredrick** is Mannatech's Chairman of the Board. He has served as a Class II Director on our Board of Directors since September 2001 and as of April 15, 2014, collectively owned 12.4% of our common stock. From November 2003 through January 2009, Mr. Fredrick served as the Lead Director for our Board of Directors and in January 2009 he was elected Chairman of the Board and continues to serve in that capacity. Mr. Fredrick currently is the owner of Fredrick Consulting Services, which provides consulting services to the direct selling industry. In 2003, Mr. Fredrick was a founding board member of Professional Bank in Dallas, Texas, which is a boutique bank that provides certain financial resources to its customers. He co-founded Cameo Couture, Inc., which operated as Colesce Couture, a distributor of intimate apparel, and Colony House, Inc., a private label cookware company, both of which operated through direct selling channels. Mr. Fredrick also co-founded Irving National Bank Shares, a commercial bank holding company and served as a consultant to the bank from 1994 until it was sold in 2000. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of Independent Bank of Texas and Wineshop at Home, a party plan company. Mr. Fredrick has been actively involved for over 40 years in the Direct Selling Association, a national trade association of leading firms that manufacture and distribute goods and services directly to consumers. He has served on the Direct Selling Association's Board and various committees of their Board. From 1987 to 1988, Mr. Fredrick served as Chairman of the Direct Selling Association and from 1988 to 1990; he served as Chairman of the Direct Selling Education Foundation. He currently serves as chairman of their Development Committee. He has been inducted into the Direct Selling Association's highest honor, the "Hall of Fame," and inclusion in the Direct Selling Education Foundation "Circle of Honor." Mr. Fredrick received a B.A. degree in English from Central State University, in Edmond, Oklahoma.(4)

John A. Seifrick

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Science & Marketing Committee
  • Audit Committee
  • Chairman of the Science & Marketing Committee
Jack Seifrick was appointed to the Company's Board as a Class III director on April 15, 2022. Mr. Seifrick is Chairman of the Science & Marketing Committee. He also serves on the Associate Compliance Subcommittee, along with the Audit, Compensation, and Science & Marketing Committees. Mr. Seifrick is an experienced senior manager and leader in the industry with over 40 years of experience as an entrepreneur and key organizer of businesses with expertise in accounting, finance, and general and executive management. Mr. Seifrick is the Co-Founder and current President/General Manager of CAST Wines located in Geyserville, CA, founded in 2012. He recently served as the Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of Pioneer Bank SSB in Austin, TX, which he co-founded in 2007 and recently sold. He was also on the Director's Loan Committee and ALCO Committee at Pioneer, and was the prior Chair of the Compensation Committee. Mr. Seifrick began as a Texas CPA in 1984 for Arthur Anderson & Company in Houston, TX and advanced to Audit Senior in the Finance and Real Estate Division. From 1986-1990, he served as Corporate Controller for Kitchens of the Oceans in Deerfield Beach, FL. From 1990-2002, Mr. Seifrick was the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of The Amend Group in Dallas, TX. He was a partner and advisor at Paul Duesing Partners, an architectural design firm in Dallas, TX from 2002-2004 and 2006-2011. Mr. Seifrick was the lead organizing founder and Chairman of the Board of Professional Bank, NA in Dallas, TX from 2002-2010. He served as a Board Member for Senior Living Properties in Bedford, TX, a consultant for nationwide debt facilities, and was on the Board of the non-profits YMCA of East Dallas and Wine Road of Sonoma County. Mr. Seifrick obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Summa Cum Laude, and with Distinction in Accounting in 1982 from The Ohio State University and a Master's in Business Administration focused on entrepreneurial management and real estate in 1986 from the Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration.(1)(2*)(3)(4)

Kevin Robbins

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Science & Marketing Committee
  • Science & Marketing Committee

Landen Fredrick - CEO, President

Job Titles:
  • Chief Executive Officer
  • President
Erin Barta, Mannatech's General Counsel, joined Mannatech in 2006 where she served as Senior Corporate Counsel. She was named Assistant General Counsel in March 2009 and was named General Counsel and Corporate Secretary in August 2013. Prior to joining Mannatech, Barta served as Corporate Counsel and later Senior Corporate Counsel for Metromedia Restaurant Group, a subsidiary of Metromedia Company. She has a Bachelor of Science from Texas Woman's University and she received her Juris Doctor from Texas Wesleyan University, now Texas A&M University School of Law. Landen Fredrick is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Mannatech and the Chairman of the M5M℠ Foundation, a non-profit organization benefitting children in need by fighting global malnutrition. At Mannatech, Fredrick is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the company, driving operational excellence, and executing the company's strategic initiatives. With his extensive experience in sales, marketing, operations, and business development, Landen is well-positioned to lead Mannatech into its next phase of growth. Having been a part of Mannatech since 2006, Fredrick has demonstrated exceptional leadership and played a pivotal role in enhancing Mannatech's sales and marketing efforts. Under his guidance, the company achieved significant milestones, strengthened its global footprint, and built strong relationships with its independent sales associates and valued customers worldwide. Fredrick's experience in direct selling has spanned over 20 years and three companies where he has climbed the ranks from sales to operations with each engagement. Prior to joining Mannatech, he had five years of advertising and marketing experience as the owner of Kilian Fredrick, LLC. Before that he was a consultant with a banking software company. Fredrick earned his B.A. from Abilene Christian University, with an emphasis on International Business. He later earned his MBA from Amber University. He is married with three children, exercises daily, is an avid outdoorsman and has had a lifelong involvement in church and mission activities.

Larry A. Jobe

Job Titles:
  • Director
  • Member of the Science & Marketing Committee
  • Audit Committee
Larry A. Jobe has served as a Class I director since January 4, 2006. In February 2007, Mr. Jobe began serving as Chairman of our Audit Committee. Mr. Jobe also serves on the Nominating/Governance and Compliance Committee, Compensation and Stock Option Plan Committee, Sales and Marketing Committee, and the Associate Compliance Subcommittee, a subcommittee of the Nominating/Governance and Compliance Committee. Mr. Jobe serves as Chairman of Legal Network, Ltd., a firm he founded that provides staffing and litigation support to law firms and corporate legal departments. He also serves as the President and founder of P 1 Resources, LLC, which has provided engineering and light industrial staffing services to the construction industry since 1994. From 1991 to 1994, Mr. Jobe was Chairman and founder of Mitchell Jobe & Company, a provider of professional staffing services for government and industry. He is also a founder and Board Member of Peloton College, a for-profit accredited career school, since October 2005. From 1973 to 1991, he served in various capacities, including as member of the Executive Committee and Chairman of the Strategic Planning Committee with the accounting firm Grant Thornton LLP. In 1969, he was appointed by President Richard Nixon to serve as the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Administration at the United States Commerce Department. Mr. Jobe previously served as the Chairman of Independent Bank of Texas and Chairman of the Audit Committee for U.S. Home Systems, Inc. In addition, Mr. Jobe served as Chairman of the Audit Committee and a member of the Board of Directors of SWS Group, Inc., a Dallas-based New York Stock Exchange member from July 2005 through December 2014. He is a member of the Board of the Dallas Seminary Foundation. He received a B.B.A. degree in Accounting from the University of North Texas, in Denton, Texas. Mr. Jobe maintained an active Certified Public Accounting (CPA) license from 1962 to 2002 and currently maintains his license on an inactive or retired status.

Ray Robbins - Founder

Job Titles:
  • Co - Founder
Kevin Robbins, son of Mannatech co-founder Ray Robbins, was appointed to the Board in December 2016 as a Class I director. He also serves on the Science and Marketing Committee. He began his part time career as an independent associate for the Company in 1994. By 1996, Mr. Robbins was able to dedicate his career as an independent associate for the Company on a full-time basis. In 2003, he was awarded as the global recipient of the Ray Robbins Giving Spirit Award. In 2000, Mr. Robbins was elected to represent the Company's North America field as part of the North American Advisory Council. He originally served five years on the advisory council, and was later re-elected for another three-year term. As part of the advisory council, Mr. Robbins served as Chairman for five years where he worked closely with the Company to develop new compensation plans, new incentive trips, and training programs with respect to Associates in North America. In 2012, he was recognized as one of the Top Global Business Builders of the Year by the Company. Prior to joining Mannatech, Mr. Robbins worked as a Realtor for Coldwell Banker. He earned Rookie of the Year and Top Listing agent for his branch. He was introduced to the direct sales industry when he was just 20 years old as a sales representative of Cutco and later as Area Sales Manager. Mr. Robbins earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing at The University of Texas at Arlington.

Steven Lee Elder

Job Titles:
  • Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Steven Lee Elder is the Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Mannatech, focusing on expanding the company's reach, strengthening its brand presence, and driving global sales growth across its diverse product portfolio. In this role, Elder collaborates closely with the executive team and regional leaders to drive sales effectiveness, enhance associate and customer engagement, and foster a culture of innovation within Mannatech. Elder brings a wealth of expertise to his new role with over 10 years of experience in direct selling executive leadership positions. Prior to joining Mannatech, he served as the Chief Operating Officer and as the Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at prominent health and wellness companies, where he spearheaded numerous successful initiatives that drove revenue growth and market expansion. His ability to build high-performing teams, develop innovative marketing campaigns, and forge strategic partnerships has consistently delivered exceptional results. Elder earned his Master's Degree from Brigham Young University, with a focus on Accounting. He is an exceptionally driven leader with a proven framework for executive leadership, called principle-centered leadership, developed over an exhaustive, lifelong quest for greatness in self and others, turning around companies and unlocking individuals' potential. He is married to his beautiful wife, Lorene, and has five children. He is a huge music fan and loves to arrange and compose on the piano in his spare time.

Tyler Rameson

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Audit Committee
  • Audit Committee
  • Class II Director
Tyler Rameson has served as a Class II director since June 6, 2018. He is the managing member of Jade Capital LLC, a private investment firm. From 2008 to 2014, Mr. Rameson was a managing member of Gray Whale Capital LLC, a worldwide proprietary trading firm. In this capacity, Mr. Rameson oversaw the development of numerous proprietary trading strategies and systems. From 2002 to 2007, Mr. Rameson was employed by Jane Street Capital LLC, a proprietary trading firm. Mr. Rameson received an MBA with an emphasis on Financial Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), as well as a Masters of Engineering in Logistics from MIT and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Economics from The University of California, Santa Barbara.(1)(2)(3*)(4)