Jill Downs

Jill Downs is an experienced professional in the food industry, currently serving as Innovations Director and Head of Commercial Development at Finsbury Food Group since September 2012. Previously, Jill held roles as Commercial/Innovations Director and Site Director for the Celebration and Christmas cake business at Premier Foods from April 2003 to September 2012. Early career experience includes serving as Innovations Director and Head of Desserts Business Unit at Avana Bakeries Limited from July 1997 to April 2003, and various managerial positions at Bayer, including Manufacturing Director, Production Manager, and Quality Assurance Manager from July 1982 to June 1997. Jill's educational background includes studies at Bridgend College of Technology, Cranfield University, and The College at Swansea University.