Karen Graves

Karen Graves has over 17 years of experience in sensory and consumer sciences. Karen is currently working at Bell Flavors & Fragrances as the Senior Director of Sensory and Consumer Sciences since September 2020. Prior to their current role, they were the Director of Sensory & Consumer Insights at the same company from January 2016 to September 2020.

Before joining Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Karen worked at Kraft Foods Group for 13 years. Their roles at Kraft included Sensory Manager from March 2010 to October 2015, where they managed the Sensory Research Center and a team of professionals and panelists. Karen was also the Consumer Research Manager for Innovation Platforms from March 2008 to October 2015, responsible for managing consumer research for a $2+ billion net revenue business unit. Additionally, they served as a Sensory Scientist from August 2003 to April 2008, leading US and International sensory panels and implementing standard operating procedures for sensory methodologies.

Overall, Karen Graves has a strong background in sensory and consumer sciences, with experience in managing teams, conducting research, and generating insights and implications for business decisions.

Karen Graves has a Bachelor's Degree in Food Industry and Business from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Karen also has a Master's Degree in Food Science specializing in Sensory Science from the same university. In addition, Karen holds a Certificate in Business Administration and Management, General, also from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.