Thomas Hayes

Thomas Hayes is an accomplished professional in the food and nutrition sector with a strong background in innovation and research. Currently, Thomas serves as a Founding Team Member at Agilitas, utilizing AI to streamline food formulation processes. Prior to this role, Thomas was the Open Innovation Lead for the Food Sector at NEOM, overseeing multiple innovation programs focusing on sustainable agriculture and personalized nutrition. Thomas's experience at Lux Research as a Research Analyst included advising Fortune 500 companies on emerging trends in food technology and conducting comprehensive market research. Thomas holds a Master in International Agribusiness Management from ISAMeducation, a Master of Business and Science in Global Food Technology & Innovation from Rutgers University, and a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Northeastern University.