Greater Toronto Area, Canada
Strategic and results-driven Business Development Manager focused on driving growth and operational excellence across the candy and cough segments within the confections category in Canada. I bring over a decade of experience in the CPG industry, blending technical depth with commercial strategy to optimize processes, identify whitespace opportunities, and unlock business value through data-driven insights. My background in packaging innovation at Mondelēz Canada sharpened my ability to translate complex data into actionable strategies—delivering consumer-centric solutions and operational efficiency across cross-functional teams. I thrive at the intersection of analytics and execution, using insights to drive smarter decisions and stronger outcomes. Currently pursuing my MBA at the University of Toronto, I’m expanding my strategic, financial, and leadership capabilities to elevate impact across the value chain. Whether you’re exploring industry trends, looking to collaborate on data-informed growth strategies, or simply want to connect over shared interests in CPG, innovation, or business development—I’m always open to meaningful conversations. Let’s connect!
- Responsible for providing technical support for design, development, and implementation of packaging solutions for new innovations, while serving as link between operations and business - Lead R&D Scientist/Engineer on $50M Capacity expansion project, developed risk assessments and implemented Lean Six Sigma principles i.e Statistical Process Control to drive process improvement and capability - Converted film packaging materials to new packaging structures to address film supply chain challenges driven by COVID; savings business $500GR loss ($300M annual revenue)
- Directed packaging plant trials for the commercialization of products in the Chocolate category. Independently designed trial plans and conducted tests on new solutions to increase product robustness, improve usability for consumers, enhance manufacturing efficiency, and increase savings - Leveraged and challenged suppliers to develop new technologies and cost saving opportunities, identified productivity savings of $1M+ and delivered against annual $29M annual NA productivity target - Collaborated with production/quality teams to improve packaging features to reduce ongoing consumer complaints and enhance product experience
Researched and evaluated a proposal for steam generation using fouled Boiler Feed Water. Utilized chemical engineering methodologies such as mass & energy balances to report steam production capacity, equipment specifications and pressure requirements
Functioned in a multi-disciplined team of engineering and technical specialists to provide support in monitoring and troubleshooting of process units on site
Project title: Micropipette Aspiration for Measuring Elastic Properties of Lipid Bilayers Worked on designing the Micropipette aspiration apparatus used to determine the mechanical properties of lipid bilayers
- Perform clerical duties to include but not limited to: mailing, filling, photocopying and faxing - Responded to phone inquiries from customers; updated and informed supervisors of any enquiries - Prepare agendas and take minutes for meetings taking place at the workplace - Planned social events for employees in the workplace