Martin Last

Martin Last BA (2.1 Hons) MMRS Dip MRS FHFI

Martin is the Director General of the Health Food Manufacturers’ Association (HFMA) and has worked in the industry for nearly 40 years. The HFMA is the authoritative and responsible voice of the UK Natural Products Industry, influencing legislators, regulators, and key opinion formers to promote the maximum freedom of choice and access to high quality natural health products and representing over 120 manufacturers in the UK.

Martin is a previous Chair, Vice Chair, and member of the HFMA Council and oversees the various HFMA sub-committees, such as the Technical Committee, Political Engagement Committee and PR Committee.  Martin also represents the HFMA at The European Federation of Health Product Manufacturers’ (EHPM) and is its Vice President, being the voice of the food supplement sector since 1975, representing around 1600 health-product manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers.

Before joining the HFMA Martin was an established and high-profile consultant in the industry Martin attends many of the national and international events worldwide and has spoken at regular events in the UK, EU, and USA.