Sue Phipps

Sue Phipps is an experienced professional with a strong background in product development and innovation within the food industry. Currently serving as the NPD & Operations Lead for Strategic Innovation at DS Smith since July 2022, Sue previously held roles such as Product Development Lead for the Cauldron Brand at Quorn Foods and Innovation & NPD Manager at Tayto Group Limited. Notable achievements include significant advancements in new product development at various companies and skippers of the first all-female yacht in the Christopher Columbus Ocean Yacht Race. Sue's educational background includes an MBA Essentials from The London School of Economics and a degree in Food Science with European Studies from the University of Nottingham. Skills encompass food trends analysis, consumer insights, strategic design, and cross-functional team collaboration.