We are thrilled to welcome Paula to the Prof Consulting team! With over two decades of experience, Paula has emerged as a seasoned leader in the rapidly changing world of Product Innovation. With a Bachelor of Food Science from Reading University, UK, Paula’s international career has enabled her to make a significant impact across both chilled, ambient and frozen categories with global brands, leading retailers and the high growth private label channels. With past employers including 7-Eleven, Loblaws, McCain Foods, Mondelez, Coles Supermarkets and Simplot Paula is proven across multiple food groups, application of complex ingredients and understands the changing needs of today’s consumer. With the growing focus on the changing regulatory requirements Paula has also spent time navigating the Regulatory climate and providing clear guidance on product compliance.

Delivering customer obsessed growth strategies through product innovation whilst driving commercial success is a core part of her DNA, demonstrating a robust knowledge of product and range design alongside ingredient selection. Award winning products, cost saving initiatives, cross functional stakeholder collaboration and focussed innovation all providing an impressive track record delivering a distinct advantage to a range of consulting clients.

Paula’s passion for innovation is apparent in established products across retail and food service. Driven by the principle that today the success of food innovation is delivering on taste, nutrition and quality, consistently for the value focused consumer aligning with a clear category strategy, Paula has consistently demonstrated a commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Excited about new challenges, Paula has joined Prof Consulting to drive innovation strategies in local and international markets. Her extensive experience positions her well to navigate complex market dynamics, design effective innovation strategies or take products from concept to launch. Viewing Prof Consulting as an agile and expert firm, well-equipped to meet the evolving demands of the retail sector.

Paula’s journey through the food industry serves as an inspiration, exciting consumers and delivering commercial growth through innovative food solutions. We are delighted to welcome her on board.