Rosie McGovern

Rosie McGovern is an experienced professional in research and innovation within the food and beverage industry, currently serving as VP of Research & Innovation for both Plant Based Food and Beverages and Yogurt at Danone since August 2014. McGovern's prior roles include Senior Director of Research & Innovation for Coffee Creamers & Beverages and Senior Director of R&D. Before joining Danone, McGovern worked at HJ Heinz from February 2007 to July 2014, where responsibilities included overseeing R&D for a $475MM frozen snacks portfolio and managing product development for significant brands. Earlier experience includes roles at Kraft Foods, Nabisco Foods Company, and Takasago International Corporation, complemented by a Master's and Bachelor's degree in Food Science from Rutgers University.