Stacey Walton

Stacey Walton is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the food and beverage industry, currently serving as Sr Manager of Operational Excellence and Product Owner at PepsiCo since June 2019, following a managerial role in Global Ingredient Standards. Prior to PepsiCo, Stacey worked at Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. in various positions including Manager of Ingredient Technology and Sr Scientist of Sweeteners from September 2010 to June 2019. Earlier roles include Senior Research Scientist at Tate & Lyle, Teaching Assistant at the University of Illinois, and Sr Scientist of Product Development at PepsiCo Beverages and Foods. Stacey's career began as a Research Specialist at The Kellogg Company. Academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Food Chemistry and Sensory Science, a Certificate in Business Administration, a Master's in Food Chemistry, and a Bachelor's in Food Science and Human Nutrition, all earned from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.