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New York, United States

New York, United States

Brooklyn, Ny, Us

Greater Chicago Area, Il, Us

Flavor Research team member studying feasibility of farm-free cocoa processing

Battle Creek, Michigan, Us

Acquired Rodeo CPG R&D Division in January 2023Lead product development across food CPG landscape: vinegar beverage, RTD coffee, acid whey beverage, dips, crackers, salsas, BBQ sauces, vegan sauces, seasoning mixes, etc. Designed products according to client asks and conducted the development process while incorporating feedback to create formulas with processes ready for commercialization. Worked cross-functionally with finance, procurement, and commercialization teams to align on ingredient pricing and sourcing, product packaging, and go-to-market strategies throughout the client engagement. Sourced ingredients through personal vendor relationships and evaluation across different suppliers while maintaining visibility on client scale as a factor in ingredient supply and pricing. Communicated with new vendors frequently to discover new ingredient offerings, capabilities, and trends.

Aspen, Co, Us

Purchase, New York, Us

Expanded PepsiCo product offerings through line extensions, first-generation product technologies, and new processing innovations while leveraging relationships with co-manufacturers.Lead product development of fountain and frozen products for national customers while collaborating cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality Assurance, Finance, and Marketing teams throughout Stage Gate process.Ran trials on sensory, stability, equipment compatibility, and analytical properties of developmental beverages and leveraged those learnings by holding Focus Groups and Pilot Plant production runs.Communicated with vendors, distributors, and consumers to discover and implement new ingredients.

Ithaca, Ny, Us

Provide resume, cover letter, and career building advice to the CALS undergraduate community. Collaborate on projects to streamline the flow of information from faculty to students about the different opportunities available through the College. Coordinate with the CALS Exchange program to inform students about study abroad possibilities. Additionally, I am responsible for the phone lines and answering questions from CALS students, faculty, and parents.

Ithaca, Ny, Us

As a member of the Men's Varsity Swimming and Diving team, I practice for 20 hours a week with an average of 2 meets per month throughout the winter. Together, we participate in volunteer opportunities bimonthly to support local Ithaca residents.

Purchase, New York, Us

Developed method for and executed study on Foam Quality and Retention of Pepsi Nitro using a variety of ingredients and product attributes while working closely with Cola Innovation team.Prototyped new hydration product with a team of 3 other interns as an opportunity to expand PepsiCo’s hydration platform.

Rochester, New York, Us

Developed and distributed 8 different beverage projects for testing and organoleptic evaluations. Conducted a study on Shelf Life Stability of Flavored Malt Beverages to determine a viable option for extending the shelf life of these drinks. Evaluated trials at the beginning, and after 2 months at 3 different temperatures, for redox changes, dissolved oxygen levels, free and total SO2, color analysis, and a team organoleptic assessment. Presented findings to management level of the Technical Services team and Product Development function.

Nassau, New York, Us

Lead a group of 11 8 and 9-year-old boys in daily activities throughout the summer. I participated in events to maximize their experience and enjoyment of the summer as much as possible. I was responsible for resolving daily conflicts between the campers.

Plattsburgh, New York, Us

Interviewed 15 wineries across Northern New York and discovered the challenges faced when starting a winery. Researched the history and viability of previous wineries in the area to successfully assess the future of the regional grape growing and wine production industry. Corroborated information into a report titled – Starting a Winery in Northern New York: Winery Establishment Costs and Considerations.