Alex Kirkland

Alex Kirkland is an experienced marketing professional specializing in brand management and innovation. Currently serving as a Senior Associate Brand Manager at General Mills, Alex oversees Blue Buffalo wet cat food and Pillsbury innovation, building on prior roles managing Dunkaroos and Pillsbury Soft Baked Cookies. Previous experience includes a position as Marketing Manager - MBA Intern at Zillow and various brand associate roles at General Mills, focusing on brands like Betty Crocker and Old El Paso. Early career experience includes positions as a Business Analyst at ThreeBridge Solutions, Marketing Coordinator for Minnesota United FC, and Game Presentation Assistant for both the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx. Alex holds an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and Entrepreneurial Management from the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management.