Drew Gentry

Manager, Research & Development at Graceland Fruit

Drew leads product and process innovation for the Company. His goal is to ensure customers are always able to delight their consumers with great-tasting, on-trend products enhanced by the latest and greatest exceptional ingredients from Graceland Fruit. He joined Graceland Fruit in 2016 as Process Engineer. In 2019, he was promoted to Manager of Research & Development.

A native of Alpena, Michigan, Drew graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering. He worked for Michelin in Process/Quality Engineering roles in South Carolina and Indiana before returning to Michigan to join Graceland Fruit. He is a member of Traverse City Young Professionals and West Side Community Church.

Timeline

  • Manager, Research & Development

    Current role