Stephen Mitchell

Stephen Mitchell has extensive experience in the food and beverage industry, particularly with Fonterra, where roles have included Innovation Program Manager, Senior Project Manager, and Operations Manager, focusing on food safety, quality programs, and innovative supply chain solutions. As Chief Product Officer and Co-Founder at Kia ora Milk, Stephen utilized Agile and Lean startup methodologies to develop new product categories and streamline operations. Earlier career contributions at Fonterra involved transformative project management and technological advancements in food production, including roles as Lead Technologist and Process Development Technologist, where significant improvements in efficiency and quality were achieved. Stephen holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Massey University.