Kathryn H.

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Naperville, Illinois, United States, United States
About Kathryn H.

As a motivated and curious professional, I thrive on strategic thinking and driving results. My passion for innovation and excellence is evident in my diverse experiences, where I seamlessly integrate holistic health expertise with cutting-edge Project Management and Food Commercialization skills to deliver impactful outcomes in dynamic environments. In my role as a Commercialization and Deployment Project Manager at McDonald's Corporation, I spearheaded innovation in menu development and optimization. My role involved deploying new equipment across 15,000+ restaurants globally, conducting in-depth research and consumer tests, and crafting strategic initiatives that resonate with diverse palates. My effective communication with executive leadership and cross-functional teams ensured seamless execution of projects, showcasing my ability to balance creativity with commercial acumen. My commitment to diversity and inclusion was further highlighted through my co-creation of the DEI Executive Committee.Continuing my journey in innovation and strategic execution, I transitioned into the role of Innovation and Commercialization Project Manager in Supply Chain Planning & Logistics, where I further drove impactful initiatives. By applying strong project management skills, I developed agile timelines, solved technical challenges creatively, and managed program delivery through strategic processes. My focus on delivering programs on time and within budget while achieving quality objectives underscores my dedication to excellence.Building on my experience in Food Innovation and Commercialization Project Management, I transitioned into the role of Holistic Health and Wellness Consultant. I've had the privilege of transforming lives through personalized fitness consultations and programs. Certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine in Exercise Science and CPR, I have guided individuals of all ages and abilities, from pre-surgical conditioning to post-surgical rehabilitation, offering tailored exercise programs and group classes. My proactive approach in fostering health and wellness has not only enhanced member service but also ensured quality and success in fitness programs, all while contributing to budgeting and program planning.I am eager to leverage my skills in program development, Food Science Project Management and Health and Wellness to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking organization.

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  • Diageo
    Project Manager, Innovation And Brand Change Commercialization
    Diageo Nov 2023 - Jun 2024
    Chicago, Illinois, United States
    - Scoped and resourced projects aligned with the domestic innovation and renovation brand change agenda.- Applied project management expertise to develop and manage agile project timelines.- Resolved technical challenges through creative problem-solving, ensuring timely availability of materials and readiness of production sites for initial production.- Identified project risks and developed mitigation plans, successfully managing program delivery through the World Class Stage Gate Process for 90 days post-launch.- Delivered programs on time, within budget, and in full, achieving critical metrics and maintaining quality while meeting COGS targets.- Oversaw end-to-end cross-functional tasks in collaboration with Supply and Demand partners on a weekly basis.
  • Mcdonald'S
    Culinary, Commercialization And Deployment Supervisor
    Mcdonald'S Jul 2017 - Dec 2023
    Chicago, Illinois, United States
    - Led the innovation and development of new menu items, driving successful launches across North America.- Optimized and deployed new equipment and smallwares in over 15,000 restaurants, enhancing operational efficiency.- Championed continuous improvement of menu items by creating a Functional Ingredient Library and implementing a Product Quality Monitoring process.- Executed strategic initiatives through comprehensive research and product development processes.- Effectively communicated project updates and insights to the Executive Leadership Team and cross-functional partners.- Generated global product specifications and supplier documentation to support product launches.- Organized and conducted large-scale consumer learning and in-restaurant operations tests for multiple initiatives.- Conducted yield studies to inform supply predictions and optimize inventory management.- Identified target product profiles through trend analysis and data evaluation.- Developed sensory evaluation tools for new product assessments.- Supported Liquid Product Category Teams through regular collaboration and updates.- Integrated Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles into menu strategy, promoting food and cultural experiences.- Co-created the DEI Executive Committee to enhance inclusivity within the organization.
  • Kraftheinz
    Research And Development Scientist
    Kraftheinz May 2016 - Jun 2017
    Glenview, Illinois, United States
    -Designed tool to calculate regulatory data from factory production settings-Established qualification plans to execute experiments.-Qualified and operated analytical tools and pilot plant equipment.-Generated product specifications and Product Label Reports.-Drafted Form I's and partial HACCP plans.-Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
  • University Of Wisconsin-Madison
    Graduate Student Research Assistant
    University Of Wisconsin-Madison Aug 2013 - 2015
    Madison, Wisconsin Area
    To gain understanding of large and small scale behavior of gelatin gummy confections, benchmark studies were preformed on commercial gummies containing gelatin or other hydrocolloid blends, as a means of comparison, by utilizing analytical equipment including but not limited to Karl Fisher Titration, Texture Analysis and Dyanmic Oscillatory Rheometry.Comprehension of low melt behavior in gelatin, resulting in quality issues such as clumping/sticking, initiated research based investigation focusing on blending gelatin with hydrocolloids that have a higher melt temperature and similar textural properties to gelatin. Key findings to determine if the melt temperature was effectively raised, without comprising the textural integrity of gelatin gummies was assessed by creating a DOE, innovative thinking, self starting, collaboration, utilization of outside resources and the ability to question and repeat experiments.The final stages of the project involved improving the nutrition of gummy confections through dairy protein incorporation. While gelatin is a protein, it lacks the essential amino acid tryptophan and thus has poor nutritional quality. However, addition of dairy proteins, despite being susceptible to denaturation at the high temperatures utilized in the gummy making process, resulted in developing a method to deposit dairy proteins, with as little disruption to the integrity of the protein as possible, into the gummy slurry. To complete this research , a novel method to extract an unfamiliar pectin, not yet produced in the United States, was developed. The extracted pectin was then incorporated into the gummies with the dairy protein. New analytical tools were utilized to obtain data and analyze results, which concluded the investigation.This work is published in the Journal of Food Biophysics. “Effects of Partial Replacement of Gelatin in High Sugar Gels with Gellan on their Textural, Rhelogical, and Thermal Properties”
  • University Of Wisconsin-Madison
    Student
    University Of Wisconsin-Madison Aug 2009 - May 2013
    United States
    -Chick Evans Full Tuition Scholarship * (Highest ranking golf caddy,student GPA, volunteer activities) -UW-Madison Food Science Club *Fundraising Chairman-Hans F. Dresel Memorial Scholarship-AACT Student Honoree-PMCA Student Honoree-Manager of UW-Madison Men's Soccer Team-Food Science Club Senior Buddy Volunteer
  • Wrigley
    Research And Development Intern
    Wrigley May 2012 - Aug 2012
    Global Innovation Center
    - Managed full analytical analysis of 9 products across competitive landscape - Conducted analytical testing using various equipment * Including but not limited HPLC- Analyzed and interpreted data from experiments- Provided learnings and next steps to Senior Leadership Team
  • Mullins Food Products
    New Product Development Intern
    Mullins Food Products Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
    Broadview, Illinois
    - Devised ideas for new product development- Participated in sensory evaluations- Fabricated given formulations and partnered with other departments for analytical testing
  • Wrigley
    New Product Development Intern
    Wrigley May 2011 - Aug 2011
    Global Innovation Center
    - Researched ingredients for product formulation optimization- Collaborated with Legal Team to ensure compliant product design- Presented findings to Innovation Leadership Team at conclusion of Internship

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