Experienced Innovations/Research & Development Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the food & beverages industry. He has over 20 years’ experience in FMCG Business including meals, desserts dairy product, powdered beverages, confectionery, plant-based meals, Frozen Meals, bakery, dips and sauces. All of which spent in the product development and research areas. Coupled with 8 years’ experience as a Chef throughout Melbourne’s renowned Restaurants and cafes. Ryan has proven technical, project management and innovation skills. Throughout Ryan’s career he has had an extensive opportunity to create innovative products that are the benchmark for plant-based sport nutritional sector, opening the market to alternatives to dairy based sport nutritional product delivering on both taste and nutrition benefits. His experiences have involved innovative food product development launches into the plant-based sectors of retail.