08.23.12
Mark Patterson, CEO of Eco Lips, Cedar Rapids, IA, died on August 11, 2012, after a sudden and unexpected illness. Mr. Patterson was well known within the local community and the natural products industry as a longtime supporter of an active organic lifestyle and shared his passion with others through his activism and deep-felt commitment to environmental initiatives.
According to Steve Shriver, founder and former CEO of Eco Lips, “I have lost a close and important friend in my life and our company will miss his expertise, his delight of being and his powerful engagement while working and playing within the organic arena. I have assumed his duties as acting CEO until decisions can be made within the company for new leadership.”
Because Mr. Patterson was the sole provider to his wife and children, a memorial fund has been set up for his children via the Eco Lips website at http://www.ecolips.com/mark to receive donations.
According to Steve Shriver, founder and former CEO of Eco Lips, “I have lost a close and important friend in my life and our company will miss his expertise, his delight of being and his powerful engagement while working and playing within the organic arena. I have assumed his duties as acting CEO until decisions can be made within the company for new leadership.”
Because Mr. Patterson was the sole provider to his wife and children, a memorial fund has been set up for his children via the Eco Lips website at http://www.ecolips.com/mark to receive donations.
