Christopher Rowe

Christopher Rowe is a high-energy, transformational global R&D executive with over thirty years of experience in the consumer-packaged goods sector. Currently, they serve on the Industrial Advisory Board for Rutgers University’s School of Packaging Engineering and as an Advisory Board Member at Northwestern University for the Master of Science in Product Design and Development Management. Throughout their career, Christopher has positively impacted major organizations like Mars and PepsiCo, leading large R&D and innovation teams across multiple regions, including Europe and Russia. They are recognized for their ability to develop talent and create effective teams that drive sustainable business growth. Christopher is also involved with the International Chewing Gum Association and Product Ventures, offering strategic insights in packaging innovation.