Carla Koogler

Carla Koogler currently serves as the Vice President of West & Trade Marketing at The Whole Coffee Company, focusing on launching an innovative edible coffee product for a private-equity-owned start-up since July 2019. Previously, during a tenure at Ruiz Foods from May 2013 to August 2019, Carla was Vice President of Sales - West and Associate Director of Trade Strategy, managing over $100M in trade funding. From August 2000 to May 2013, Carla held multiple roles at HJ Heinz, including Business Development Manager for Frozen and Dry Portfolios, achieving significant growth through strategic planning and execution. Carla also served as Category Manager and Associate Category Development Manager, where contributions included the development of successful marketing programs and winning the Chairman's Imperative Award. Carla Koogler holds a degree from the University of Pittsburgh.