Carla Koogler

Carla Koogler has over 20 years of experience in the food and beverage industry. Carla began their career in 2000 at HJ Heinz, where they held multiple roles, including Business Development Manager for the Frozen Portfolio, Business Development Manager for the Dry Portfolio, Category Manager for Heinz Condiments and Sauces, Associate Category Development Manager for Ore-Ida Frozen Potatoes, and Associate Category Development Manager for Channels. In 2013, they joined Ruiz Foods as Associate Director of Trade Strategy, where they distributed and managed over $100M in funding for all classes of trade. In 2019, they moved to The Whole Coffee Company as Vice President West & Trade Marketing and Vice President Sales - West. In this role, they launched a new product concept, edible coffee, and hired and trained Brand Ambassadors. Carla also designed marketing elements and advocated for the Brand.

Carla Koogler is currently studying English Literature/Writing at the University of Pittsburgh.