Meaningful Partners
Al Rodrigues is an accomplished leader in the food manufacturing sector, serving as an Independent Business Owner at OpsConnect LLC since December 2016, focusing on business development, people development, and external manufacturing consulting. As a Founding Member of Meaningful Partners since January 2019, Al emphasizes the connection between purpose and profit by investing in consumer companies that prioritize stakeholder commitment. Previously, Al held several key positions at General Mills Inc. from June 2001 to January 2016, including Director of International External Supply Chain, where responsibilities included developing external manufacturing networks in multiple regions, and Director of External Supply Chain Innovation, focused on product commercialization through external partnerships. Al's career also includes a role as Plant Manager at The Pillsbury Co. from February 2000 to June 2001. Al holds a Bachelor of Science in Management.
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Meaningful Partners
Meaningful Partners, with offices in Los Angeles, CA, and Austin, TX, invests in consumer businesses that have earned customer trust, foster loyalty, demonstrate a commitment to all stakeholders, and are led by management teams driving positive purpose and performance. We make control and minority equity investments ranging from $15 million to $100+ million in lower middle-market and growth companies poised for rapid scaling. Our experienced team of investors and operators is complemented by an Expert Community of 45+ CEOs, founders, and category specialists, with over 850 years of domain expertise. Together, we work to accelerate growth and create meaningful impact from day one. For more information, visit www.meaningfulpartners.com