Brian Gooding

Brian Gooding is a seasoned professional in the food industry, currently serving as the Sr. Director of Research and Development at Pilgrim's since September 2023. Prior experience includes key roles such as Director of Product Commercialization at Beyond Meat, and Poultry Manager of Innovation and Commercialization at KFC US. Additionally, Gooding has held positions as Senior Food Safety Scientist at Jack in the Box, Director of Operations and Director of Technical Services at Roger Wood Foods, and Research and Development Manager at Crider Foods. Earlier career experience includes roles as Territory Sales Manager at WOLF-TEC INC. and Food Processing Manager at Indwell, as well as Research and Development Manager/Food Technologist at Crider Foods. Gooding is a graduate of Georgia Southern University.