What's your area of expertise? 

I specialize in strategically developing the nutraceutical sector for the North American market within the Pharma division. I break down typical silos between divisions and internal departments, which improves communication, boosts efficiency and strengthens collaboration. I identify opportunities that others may overlook – not just in ingredients, but also in their intended applications. I also understand the needs of manufacturers, vendors, suppliers and contract manufacturing organizations, which helps me connect the dots across the value chain.
 

What product or solution offering is your main focus?

My main focus is nutraceuticals – a broad category that encompasses botanicals, enzymes, vitamins, amino acids, marine algae (both blue-green and red) and branded ingredients that utilize specialized delivery systems or innovative substances. I’ve worked across all these categories, but I’m always curious about what’s next. I'm constantly in search of yet-to-be-discovered ingredients that could bring something fresh to the market.
 

What trends does this product or service address?

The nutraceutical industry’s evolving fast. We’re seeing traditional ingredients being rediscovered and used in new ways, while new ingredients and delivery systems are constantly emerging. My role is to stay on top of these developments and make sure our teams understand how they can benefit our customers.
 

How does your expertise benefit our customers?

We offer our customers more than just standard nutraceuticals – we bring them the latest scientific innovations and ingredients, along with their excipient needs. With many years of experience in both the raw ingredients market and finished consumer packaged goods (CPG), I know how to bridge those two worlds to create real value. By training our sales team on complementary ingredients, we also help them become even more valuable partners to our customers.
 

What key takeaways do we want our customer to understand with this spotlight?

We've experienced a significant transformation in our evolution, shaping who we are today and guiding us toward our future. With my addition to the team in March 2024, we established the Nutraceutical pillar. Through my networking with Industry Market Managers in Pharma and other complementary divisions across North America, EMEA, APAC and LATAM, the Nutraceutical pillar has become stronger and more agile than it was when I joined.

The Pharma/Nutraceutical pillar is now a formidable force, providing immense value to all our customers in North America.
 

Anything else we should know?

I’ll be at SupplySide Global in Las Vegas, Nevada from October 27–30. If you’re attending, stop by Booth 3345 – I’d love to connect and chat with you and your team.