Manoj Rana

Manoj Rana is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in corporate development and strategy, currently serving as Vice President at Ardent Mills since 2022. Prior to this role, Manoj held the position of Senior Director at Tyson Foods from 2017 to 2020, where significant contributions included leading a newly established Corporate Development function during a pivotal M&A phase and shaping the company's multi-year strategy. Manoj's background also includes a Vice President role in Investment Banking at Deutsche Bank, focusing on consumer and retail sectors, and previous positions at Scripps Networks Interactive and Meghraj Capital Advisors, where strategic advising and fundraising were key responsibilities. Education credentials include an MBA from Columbia Business School and a Chartered Accountant designation from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, complemented by ongoing executive education at Wharton in the Chief Strategy Officer Program.