John P. Troup, Ph.D.

John P. Troup, Ph.D. has extensive work experience in the field of nutrition science and research. John P. served as the Chief Science & Education Officer at blueroot health™ starting in October 2020. Prior to this, they worked as a Board Member at various companies in the digital health, venture capital, biotech, and dietary supplements industries, providing leadership in R&D and education.

From March 2020 to November 2020, Troup held the position of Vice President Scientific Affairs & Dietary Supplements at CHPA. Before that, they were the Vice President Clinical Science, Education and Innovation at Standard Process Inc. from December 2016 to December 2019. In this role, they developed programs that improved patient outcomes through integrative and functional medicine.

Troup's experience also includes serving as the Executive Vice President and Chief Science Officer at Metagenics from September 2012 to December 2016. John P. played a key role in turning around revenue growth and advancing product offerings in clinical nutrition.

Prior to this, Troup was the Vice President & Chief Science Officer of Global Research & Development at Pfizer from February 2011 to September 2012. John P. led innovative product development programs in healthy nutrition and developed medical education programs for practitioner and consumer engagement.

Troup's career also includes their role as President & CEO of HealthSpan Solutions, LLC / Danone from March 2009 to January 2011, where they focused on providing nutritional solutions for age-specific and age-associated health condition management.

Before joining HealthSpan Solutions, Troup worked at Unilever as the Vice President, Nutrition Discovery & New Technologies from February 2008 to March 2009, leading global R&D discovery teams for the development of new technology in support of Unilever's food and nutrition businesses.

Troup's previous roles include Vice President R&D Global Strategy at Nestle Nutrition/Novartis Medical Nutrition from May 2007 to January 2008, as well as various leadership positions at Novartis Medical Nutrition from January 1999 to May 2007, including Senior Vice President & Head Global R&D and Global Head R&D. In these roles, they led global R&D teams, developed innovation acceleration teams, and was responsible for product development, clinical research, regulatory affairs, and more.

Overall, Troup's work experience demonstrates their expertise in nutrition science, evidence-based medicine, product development, and leadership in the health and wellness industry.

John P. Troup, Ph.D. has a strong educational background in various fields. John P. began their educational journey at Florida State University from 1974 to 1978, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biology. Following this, they pursued further studies at Ball State University from 1978 to 1980, earning a Master of Science (MS) degree specializing in Bionergetics and Exercise Physiology. Continuing their academic pursuits, Troup enrolled at Marquette University from 1980 to 1985, dedicating himself to a Ph.D. program focused on Human Metabolism and Bioenergetics.

Years later, Troup embarked on a new phase of their education at Harvard Business School from 1999 to 2001. Here, they participated in the Executive MBA program under the Novartis Corporate Program ('Top 90' Program), delving into studies related to Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services.

With an array of degrees spanning from Biology to Business, Troup's education history showcases a multidisciplinary approach and a keen interest in expanding their knowledge and expertise in various areas.