Derrick Townsend holds extensive experience in managing global R&D business processes and systems, currently serving as Manager at Mars since December 2025 and previously in the same role at Kellanova for over two years. With a solid background at Kellogg Company spanning from 2008 to 2023, Derrick played critical roles related to ingredient quality and compliance, providing functional supervision to suppliers while managing food safety issues. Prior experience includes positions at Pfizer as a Quality Operations Specialist and QC Laboratory Technician, along with a role as a Laboratory Technician at Country Fresh Inc. Derrick's academic credentials include a Master of Science and dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology from Western Michigan University and the University of Michigan-Flint, respectively. Additionally, Derrick has experience as an Adjunct Faculty member at the University of Michigan-Flint.
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