Food & Beverage

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Esteban Velasquez Takes 7-Eleven Global

Esteban Velasquez continues to grow his career at 7-Eleven International by supporting executives, international licensees, and master franchisees in nineteen countries and regions

Brianna-Hinojosa-Smith-Yum-Brands
Brianna Hinojosa-Smith Talks Fast Food Future

Brianna Hinojosa-Smith is harnessing the power of diversity while serving up innovation as Yum! Brands’ digital and technology legal lead

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Gisselle Valencia Diaz Leads on a Firm Foundation

How a childhood split between the US and South America uniquely prepared Gisselle Diaz to lead as senior director of HR and operations at Blount Fine Foods

Ulises Romero Sara Lee Frozen Bakery
Ulises Romero Builds Trust at Sara Lee Frozen Bakery

Ulises Romero has spent twenty years leading people, and now helps Sara Lee Frozen Bakery make it through unique manufacturing challenges

George-Pauta-Sweetgreen
For George Pauta, There’s No Success without Failure

George Pauta strives to be a strong mentor while also supporting Sweetgreen’s mission to build healthier communities by connecting people to real food

Marie Quintero-Johnson Coca Cola
Marie Quintero-Johnson Leads with Passion

After thirty years at the Coca-Cola Company, Marie Quintero-Johnson is as excited as ever about the organization, its beverages, and its ongoing evolution in the global marketplace

Arelis Correa Arnold at Brown Forman Corp
Arelis Correa-Arnold Creates a Culture of Care

Arelis Correa-Arnold, VP and director of global talent acquisition for the Brown-Forman Corporation, is building a culture where diverse voices are celebrated and valued

Brandon Porras Kodiak Cakes
Brandon Porras on Work and Waffles

Kodiak Cakes’ mission to inspire others to get out in nature is fueled by their passion to save it. As the VP of marketing, Brandon Porras shares that mission with its customers.

Hisplaining: The Latin-Themed Refreshment Craze

In her fourth monthly Hisplaining column, Laura Martinez examines food giants’ recent fixation with traditional Hispanic beverages like aguas frescas

Katie Fernandez
Katie Fernandez Democratizes Nutritious Food at Chobani

As VP and associate general counsel, Katie Fernandez serves a perfect agent of Chobani’s mission to change the world for the better