Richard Popper

Richard Popper is an accomplished leader in research and innovation with extensive experience in the consumer packaged goods industry, currently serving as CEO and Senior Vice President at P&K Research since 1998. In this role, Richard oversees scientific excellence and innovation in research, developing efficient strategies that maximize client investment returns. Prior positions at P&K include Vice President, where Richard managed diverse account teams for Fortune 500 clients. Prior to joining P&K, Richard contributed to product innovation at Ocean Spray Cranberries, where formulation processes Richard developed generated significant annual revenues. Richard's career began at the U.S. Army Natick RD&E Center, conducting pivotal research on military rations. Richard holds a PhD in Experimental Psychology and a BA in Philosophy and Psychology from Columbia University.