Develop and implement customized strategies, including process improvements and cost-saving initiatives, to improve operational efficiency and enhance overall business performance.Successfully led clients’ teams in streamlining retail operations, yielding a substantial 25% increase in productivity and a 30% reduction in costs.Conducted comprehensive market research and competitor analysis for emerging jewelry businesses, empowering them to uncover their unique selling proposition and seize a competitive advantage in the market

Led global team in executing partnership strategies for CPG manufacturers. Spearheaded SensoryLink launch, an interactive web-based platform for sensory market research. Orchestrated AI-based market research with a leading partner. Analyzed data to optimize processes and efficiency.

Coached and led a global Applications team, managing projects end-to-end. Gathered and analyzed client feedback to shape product visions. Implemented a centralized knowledge transfer framework, strengthening quality management and communication.

Supported clients in transforming AI-generated market research data into actionable insights. Led data acquisition for AI through central location tests. Implemented a new company-wide project management system, reducing waste and increasing efficiency.

Oversaw comprehensive Quality Management System to comply with USDA, state's Department of Health, and SQF guidelines. Integrated quality measures, reducing lead time by 4 weeks. Implemented standardized production and quality procedures for increased efficiency and consistency.

Led 12 cross-functional product development projects from prototyping to realization in dry dairy and protein CPG. Reconstructed Formula Master Database with 100+ custom formulas and integrated inventory database with 500+ items, improving Sales and Operations processes and reducing lead time by 30%.

Co-founded Kochin LLC (known as "Kochin Desserts"), a popular Southeast Asian-inspired dessert and beverage business featured in Forbes, Thrillist, TimeOut, and Gothamist. Signature treats like Coffee Bomb and Jungle Crush. Improved logistics and daily ops for enhanced efficiency.

Led successful research initiatives to develop and optimize processing parameters through experimental design, data analysis, and sensory evaluation, resulting in improved extraction, digestibility, and palatability of functional ingredients. Coordinated pilot-scale production, feeding trials, and sensory evaluation tests, ensuring efficient execution and timely completion of research projects while maintaining commercial viability.