Michael Walton

Michael Walton has extensive experience in finance and business development, primarily with PepsiCo, where roles included Vice President of Business Development & Acquisitions, Sr. Director of Business Development & Acquisitions, and Finance Manager positions. Key responsibilities involved leading strategic initiatives, evaluating Mergers and Acquisitions, and developing financial strategies for both retail and foodservice sectors. Walton's career also includes a decade at the State of Rhode Island Budget Office, focusing on budget development and financial legislation. Walton holds an MBA in Marketing and Operations Management from the State University of New York at Binghamton and a B.S. in Business Administration from the State University of New York College at Fredonia.