US-based natural and therapeutic spa products manufacturer Body Bliss has announced the appointment of a new CEO with immediate effect.

Founder Nick James has decided to step down from the role to pursue a position where he travels the world sourcing ingredients for the company and has sworn in Pam Sculthorp, former quality director at biotechnology company Amgen as his replacement.

James said: “I’ve been at the helm of Body Bliss since the company’s early days. I’m thrilled that Pam will now be leading the company, so I can focus on what I do best – globally sourcing the finest ingredients and creating therapeutic aromatherapy solutions for our clients.”

Sculthorp has joined Body Bliss having carved out a career in quality management and consulting in the biotech, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. She will oversee the main initiatives for 2017 at Body Bliss, which include streamlining its product development, inventory controls and manufacturing systems and updating and improving the firm’s website.

Sculthorp said she love that the company “sources local indigenous botanicals, as well as pure essential oils from around the globe”.