Pleasant Grove-based doTerra International, a producer of essential oils and other wellness products, has announced that company founder David Stirling has returned to his role as CEO.
Stirling stepped away from the CEO position in 2022 to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Armenia/Georgia mission in Eastern Europe. During his three-year absence, he remained connected to doTerra as a member of the board of directors. Since returning last summer, Stirling has reconnected with teams across the organization, reinforcing his deep commitment to the company’s mission, people and purpose, the company said.
“I’m incredibly grateful for the dedication, care and commitment our teams and ‘Wellness Advocates’ bring to doTerra each day,” said Stirling. “Being back with this community has only strengthened my passion for what we’re building together. I’m excited to be fully immersed once again as we continue our cause of helping the world to heal.”
Stirling succeeds Kirk Jowers, who served as CEO during what Stirling calls “a pivotal period for the company.” Jowers and his wife, Kristen, have served doTerra in various leadership roles for 11 years, “leaving a lasting impact through their integrity, steady leadership and heartfelt service to communities around the world,” a doTerra release said.
In addition to Stirling’s return, doTerra announced that longtime product dealer and leader Jessica Moultrie will join the company as president of North America. With more than 15 years of experience building the business, Moultrie will serve on the executive team and oversee North America sales and event strategy.
Isaac Wilson will continue in his role as general manager of the U.S. market and Shannon Bible will remain executive vice president of North America.