Key Executives

Dave Doxey

General Counsel

In 2020, David Doxey succeeded Founding Executive Mark Wolfert as the company’s general counsel and secretary. Prior to his appointment, David served as vice president of the legal department. His attention in this role was focused on management, major business initiatives, tax and corporate structuring, litigation, and essential oil sourcing.

David received a bachelor’s degree in economics and his juris doctor from the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University. He’s a member of the Utah and Nevada State Bar Associations and has served as chair of the corporate counsel of the Utah State Bar. Prior to joining doTERRA, David practiced law in both public and private sectors. He represented governmental entities, companies, and individuals in complex transactional, administrative, and litigation matters in both federal and state courts.

He’s married to Leslie Bertoch, and his greatest joy is found in being with Leslie and their four children, children’s spouses, and grandchildren.

Misty Bond

Vice President of Corporate Relations and Philanthropy

Misty Bond is an award-winning public relations professional with a wealth of experience in specialties like broadcast media, influencer marketing, campaign creation, online reputation management, and crisis communications. She holds a bachelor’s degree in pre-law and an accreditation in public relations.

Misty began her career in the health and wellness industry, working for USANA Health Sciences. There, she had the unique opportunity to produce segments on the Dr. Oz Show, highlighting the importance of supplementation to overall wellness. Later, she worked for a smaller organization called Owlet Baby Care to help maintain the health of babies. She fundraised and supported foundations across the nation with free or discounted “smart socks” for parents unable to afford them. Misty recently worked for Purple Innovations, where she began a sleep advisory council to teach parents about sleep hygiene and built impactful omnichannel campaigns.

And now she’s taken on the most exciting role of her career as the vice president of public relations at doTERRA. She’s thrilled to bring its life-changing mission to even more individuals worldwide. She’s grateful to the tens of thousands of Wellness Advocates who passionately share the importance of essential oils for overall health and well-being.

In her spare time, Misty volunteers on boards and other service projects in her community and uses her 10 years of experience as a single mom to help women elevate their careers. Misty lives in Sandy, Utah, with her husband, teenager, and two cats: Chatty Cathy and Naughty Nancy. She has two children, four stepchildren, and three grandchildren.

Russell Buttars

Vice President of Global Leadership Development

Russell brings over 25 years of sales, marketing, and executive leadership experience to doTERRA. He joined in 2016 as a regional sales manager after 15 years with a Fortune 500 company, working in various sales and sales management roles. For the over six years, he’s served doTERRA as the vice president of US sales.

Now as vice president of global leadership development, Russell assists the development of new global markets, partnering with top leaders in growing their doTERRA teams. Along with his global responsibilities, Russell is excited to continue expanding his relationships with US leaders and their teams.

Russell graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in business management and received his MBA from Utah State University. Russell’s greatest passions are helping develop people and partnering with doTERRA leaders to accomplish their goals.

When he isn’t working or traveling, Russell can often be found in the mountains, standing in a river with a fly rod and occasionally catching a fish. Above all, his true love is for his four children and his wife, Shelly. They love being part of the doTERRA family and cherish the lifelong friendships they’ve established.

Chris Farnsworth

Vice President of Human Resources

As vice president of human resources, Chris Farnsworth oversees HR in service of over 4,000 doTERRA global employees and partners with the company CEO in driving organizational and talent strategy. Prior to joining doTERRA, Chris was an HR director with Procter & Gamble, with assignments in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Sacramento, California.

Chris earned an MBA from the Marriot School of Business at Brigham Young University with an emphasis in organizational behavior and human resources. While in school, he was recognized as a Hawes Scholar for his academic achievements and leadership. Prior to business school, Chris spent three years as a licensed investment broker for Fidelity Investments in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Outside of work, Chris likes spending time with his family (his wife, Brooke, and six—yes, six!—daughters), enjoying the great outdoors, playing the guitar, and cheering on his beloved Utah Jazz.

Bekah Nixon

Vice President of Global Product Innovation

Bekah Nixon brings over two decades of experience in global marketing, entrepreneurship, brand construction, and product innovation to her role as vice president of global product innovation. Intensely curious and passionate about unlocking the human body’s potential, she’s devoted her life to elevating human wellness through the latest scientific research combined with ancient health practices.

Recognizing our healthcare system tends to only treat illness rather than promote health, performance, and longevity, Bekah applies her unique knowledge and background toward innovating product launches—from ideation through commercialization—and acts as a brand steward for all doTERRA products. At doTERRA, she’s directed successful, groundbreaking product development on monumental product lines, including the doTERRA Kids Collection and Yarrow|Pom line. Bekah is all about people, products, and growth. She strives to create long-term channels of support between Wellness Advocates and corporate efforts.

Outside of pushing the bounds of human possibility, Bekah can be found adventuring and creating memories with her five children, one grandchild, and three grand-puppies.