Paul Joseph Casey is an experienced professional in the food science and production industry, currently serving as the Director of Pilot Plant/R&D at Eat Just, Inc. since June 2021. Prior to this role, Paul held multiple positions at Chobani from 2013 to May 2021, including Director of R&D/Pilot Plant and Golden Standards Manager, focusing on advanced manufacturing, prototyping, and ensuring product excellence through cross-functional project management. Paul's extensive background at Danone from 1989 to 2013 includes roles such as Senior Pilot Plant Technician, Pilot Plant Manager, and SPOC for Clinical Studies and the European Pilot Network, emphasizing process control and management, equipment design, and team training. Early in their career, Paul gained laboratory analysis experience at Kerry Group. Educated with a Master's degree in EMBA from Boise State University, a Certificate in Food Science from Universidad Complutense de Madrid, and a Bachelor's in Food Science from University College Cork, Paul combines technical expertise with leadership skills to drive innovation in food production.