Clare Thomas

Clare Thomas has a strong background in product development and management. Clare is currently the Head of New Product Development at Lantmännen Unibake since July 2021. Prior to that, they served as the Process Development Manager for the same company from May 2019 to July 2021. Before joining Lantmännen Unibake, Clare held the position of Head of NPD at HelloFresh from September 2017 to May 2019. Clare also worked as the Head of NPD UK at Mission Foods from May 2016 to September 2017. Furthermore, Clare served as an Interim Project Manager at Lantmännen Unibake from June 2015 to May 2016, and as an Interim NPD Project Manager at Bidvest Foodservice from March 2014 to September 2014. Clare also gained experience as an Interim R&D Manager at Dairy Crest from September 2013 to March 2014, and as an NPD Buyer at Greencore from February 2011 to November 2011. Clare has a diverse background, including roles such as Interim NPD Manager at Various companies from February 2009 to February 2011, Senior Innovation Manager at Bakkavor from February 2007 to January 2009, and Food Development Manager at PizzaExpress from February 2005 to July 2007.

Clare Thomas completed their education at University College Birmingham from 1993 to 1996, earning a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Food & Consumer Science. Prior to that, they attended Hagley R.C High School, although specific dates and degree information were not provided.