Nicki Vanapalli

Nicki Vanapalli is the Co-Founder and Head of Business Administration at NemaLife Inc. Nicki has over 20 years of experience in the food industry, working with some of the most iconic brands in the world.

Nicki began their career as a Research Technician at Vivolac Cultures Corporation, where they worked on pathogen testing, phage testing, and research on media and bacteria for cottage cheese. Nicki then transitioned to the Kellogg Company, where they worked on the Eggo, PopTart brands prior to transitioning to the Keebler cookies and snacks.

In their current role at NemaLife Inc., Nicki is responsible for the overall administration of the company, including finance, HR, and operations. Under their leadership, NemaLife Inc. has become a leading provider of probiotic-based products.

Nicki Vanapalli received their Master of Science in Food Science from Penn State University and their Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Purdue University.

They are on a team with Kellen Ketchersid - Director of Operations, Dhaval Patel - Director of Research & Innovation, and Grant Campany - CFO. Nicki Vanapalli reports to Siva Vanapalli, Co-Founder & CEO.