Passionate and Innovative Leader of Research & Development teams with high technical skills in culinary food development, packaging design, nutrition, sensory and consumer science. Focused on developing innovation strategies and technical programs to empower teams to delight our consumers.

Born and raised in Veracruz, Mexico. Major in Biotechnology engineering, with MBA focused on innovation and Marketing. Joined the food industry in 2005 and since then I have enjoyed the ride and adrenaline of developing, continuous improvement, traveling, research and all for the sake of food. My experience goes from farm to bar with Cacao, other confectionary processes, snacks, bakery, plant-based food and meat analogues.

I have a wonderful family in USA, my husband Jose and our 2 kiddos: Julieta and Rodrigo, they are my intrinsic motivation and the engine to learn and be kind to others and our World.

When not at work, love to cook, yes more cooking at home, hiking and reading. Lately, singing with my son, we know we have opportunities, but it is about the fun!.