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- Developed and implemented an effective ecosystem and network of contacts for the Silicon Valley Innovation Hub in the US- Utilized Accelerators, Incubators, and Scouting partners to create and execute the Open Innovation program for new categories - Led Open Innovation initiatives for THP, Vape, Modern Oral, and Beyond Nicotine; identified and defined needs for external innovations and partnered with technical capabilities to deliver solutions - Steered the New Actives Project, coordinating, defining, and delivering novel active leads, as well as technical strategies and proof of concept studies for Health, Wellness, and Stimulation - Oversaw development of the Health and Wellness Category, including product and technology assessments and guided formulation development activities.

During career here, one of my key tasks was to accelerate innovations against technology roadmaps by collaborating with product design as well as science and technology groups. By leveraging my business acumen, I formulated long-term strategy for seamless operations.Furthermore, I developed targeted solutions for technical, marketing, and consumer insights by identifying internal needs.The Results:» Delivered Open Innovation program globally for Unilever categories.» Demonstrated the ability to deliver innovations through collaboration, which resulted in executing legal agreements and win-win deals with solution providers.» Led food transformation projects from inception to completion as a cofounder of internal startups.» Launched plant-based sustainable brands, such as RED RED (UK) and GROWING ROOTS (US).» Utilized channels like VC networks, Accelerators, and Incubators to identify new opportunities concurrently performed due diligence for investment consideration by Unilever Ventures, New Business Unit, and Physic Ventures.» Deployed novel tools to set up ecosystems and leveraged start-ups within key innovation ports, including Silicon Valley, Boston, and Israel.» Acquired funds from government and private sectors to develop technologies as per Unilever requirements

In these roles, I formulated and implemented strategies with category leadership for all products benefiting all consumer segments.What I did:» Ensured business continuity and timely delivered innovations.» Managed Innovation Center, a team of product developers, process engineers, and supporting capabilities (Pilot Plant, and Analytical and Product Safety).» Identified the need to improve staff skills and conducted training sessions on project roadmaps and best practices to enhance overall performance.I achieved the following:» Spearheaded front-end innovation program with brand development and consumer insights for foods and beverage categories, which resulted in achieving novel concepts developed and tested for validation by consumers» Led the process of transitioning Innovation Centre from Baltimore to Englewood Cliffs.» Improved margarine product image for six different brands by directing R&D group for proactive management of strategic projects.» Revived entire portfolio to trans-fat free products with consumer benefits.» Liaised with suppliers to improve products with cleaner label ingredients.