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I and Love and You Appoints Dan Waters As Chief Executive Officer

PRIVATEAug 09, 2026•about 2 hours ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

"I and love and you"

Dan Waters
BoulderFood and BeverageE CommerceGroceryRetail

Description

I and love and you has announced the appointment of Dan Waters as CEO, succeeding Michael Meyer who has become chairman of the board. Waters will drive the company's growth and oversee the recently acquired cat food brand, Made by Nacho.

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Company

"I and love and you"

Location

Boulder, Colorado, United States

About

"I and love and you" is the #1 independent pet food brand in the natural channel. Founded in 2010, the company's products are available at natural, grocery, mass and e-commerce retailers nationwide. Each product is crafted to the highest standards, featuring real meat as the first ingredient, superfoods and grain-free options with absolutely no junk or fillers. With the 2026 acquisition of Made by Nacho, ILY is set to expand its unique offering of premium, pet-approved recipes.

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