In Memoriam: James Gormley

• By: AHPA
• On: 08/20/2024 17:56:10
• In: Industry News

August 20, 2024

James Gormley
(1963-2024)

The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) is deeply saddened by the recent passing of natural products industry writer and author James Gormley.
 
An award-winning journalist and editor, James specialized in covering health, nutrition, dietary supplements, and related topics. During the course of his career, he served as editor-in-chief of Vitamin Retailer and Better Nutrition before going on to become a frequent contributor to the Vitamin Retailer magazine group as well as other trade publications.
 
Known also for his thought leadership and regulatory expertise in the natural products industry, James was a prominent advocate for health freedom. As president and senior policy advisor for Citizens for Health, James worked tirelessly in support of the freedom for all to make personal health choices. He regularly cohosted the Citizens for Health radio show and authored Health at Gunpoint: The FDA's Silent War Against Health Freedom.
 
“James was incredibly kind and funny, and passionate about preserving access to natural health options. He was a tireless advocate for Citizens for Health,” said Betsy E. Lehrfeld, secretary and treasurer of Citizens for Health and partner of the late, great Jim Turner, in sentiments shared with Vitamin Retailer. “James never ceased to help us pursue a broadened local and national dialogue on behalf of everyday citizens about natural health. Having known James for many years, I will forever miss him, both personally and professionally.”
 
“James has been a cornerstone voice of the natural products industry for as long as I remember,” added AHPA President Michael McGuffin. “He will be sorely missed, and our hearts go out to his loved ones at this difficult time.”
 
James is survived by his children, Natalia and Julian, and their mother, Juana. Those who wish to honor his lasting impact on the natural products industry may consider making a donation to the Citizens for Health Education Foundation.