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Michael Lovsin appointed to Board of Directors of Organic Garage

Michael Lovsin has been appointed to the Board of Directors at Organic Garage. A 27 year veteran of the CPG Industry, Lovsin was previously VP at Shoppers Drug Mart, Loblaw Companies and Coles in Australia. He is currently president and CEO of Brilliant Ideas Group Canada.

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