PCC Community Markets Leadership Updates

PCC Community Markets (PCC or the co-op), a 72-year-old retail grocery cooperative serving the Puget Sound region, is excited to announce the hiring of Amy Chow as the co-op’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Additionally, PCC concluded this year’s Board of Trustees election, with Will Daughterty elected to the Board for the first time and Trustees Cindy Bolton and Angela Owen re-elected for new terms.

Chow brings significant financial and retail expertise to the co-op, backed by more than two decades of leadership across finance, strategy and operations. She most recently served as CFO of Sur La Table following a 12-year tenure with the company, where she played a key role in shaping strategic direction, driving execution and supporting sound financial decision-making across the organization. Her broader career spans leadership roles across the retail, technology and consulting sectors, giving her a unique perspective on scaling businesses, driving cross-functional alignment and delivering sustainable outcomes. She succeeds former CFO Chris Naismith, who recently retired.

“I’m excited to join the PCC team as CFO,” said Chow. “With deep roots in Seattle, I’m proud to help steward the financial future of an institution that reflects the values of this region and plays a vital role in its ongoing wellbeing. I’m inspired by PCC’s commitment to its triple bottom line and look forward to helping shape strategies that deliver lasting impact for our communities, the environment and the co-op.”

In addition to this leadership transition, PCC has also concluded its Board of Trustees election. New Board member Will Daughterty, President and CEO of Pacific Science Center, brings 30+ years of leadership experience at Amazon, Expedia, AT&T and McKinsey. His board service includes BECU, KEXP, and Oxbow Farm & Conservation Center.

Returning Trustees include Cindy Bolton and Angela Owen. Bolton, a PCC member for over 20 years and chair of the Board’s Audit and Finance Committee, has more than 25 years of strategic, financial and operational leadership and currently serves as CFO of Seattle Art Museum. Owen is an omni-channel executive with experience at REI Co-op and Eddie Bauer. She brings deep expertise in category management, customer experience, and retail strategy.

“I’m thrilled to welcome Amy to the leadership team and extend heartfelt congratulations to our elected Board members,” said Krish Srinivasan, PCC’s President and CEO. “Each brings invaluable expertise that will support our mission to build a resilient, vibrant local food system. Together, we’re deepening our commitment to serving our community with purpose.”

The Board of Trustees is comprised of up to 13 Trustees, each elected by PCC’s active membership, which now numbers over 118,000 members. The Trustees serve three-year terms, with a maximum of three consecutive terms. The Board plays a vital role in strategic planning, financial stewardship, operational insight, and ensuring the co-op’s ongoing community impact.