Michele Meyer

Michele Meyer has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning over several decades. Michele currently holds the position of Operating Partner at NewRoad Capital Partners since October 2020. In addition, they serve as a Board Advisor at Embark Trucks, a Non Executive Director at Kevin's Natural Foods, and a Non Executive Director at QUINN.

Prior to their current roles, Michele held the position of Non Executive Director at GNC from April 2019 to December 2020. During their time at GNC, they served as a Board Director and played a crucial role in the company's Bankruptcy and Emergence process through its sale to Harbin Pharmaceutical. Michele was also a member of the Compensation & Organization Committee and the Nominating & Governance Committee.

Michele's earlier experience includes various leadership roles at General Mills, where they worked for over three decades. As the SVP, President of the Snacks Operating Unit, they were responsible for delivering $2 billion in sales from well-known brands such as Nature Valley, Fiber One, Larabar, and Chex Mix. Michele also achieved mid single-digit top and bottom line growth for these brands.

Michele also served as the SVP, President of the Meals Operating Unit at General Mills, managing $3 billion in sales for brands including Progresso, Green Giant, and Betty Crocker Potatoes. During their tenure, market share in key categories saw significant growth.

Michele's earlier roles at General Mills include VP, President of Small Planet Foods, Vice President, Director of Adult Cereals & Strategic Growth Channels, VP, Director of Centralized Marketing, Convenience & Foodservice, Vice President of Cereal Partners Worldwide (a joint venture with Nestle), Vice President of Merchants Consortium Sales, Vice President of Big G Kid Cereals, and Marketing Manager.

Throughout their career, Michele has demonstrated expertise in P&L ownership, advertising, product development, strategic planning, margin management, and brand strategy. Michele has consistently driven growth and achieved success across various business units and markets.

Michele Meyer completed their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Marketing & Finance from the Texas McCombs School of Business from 1986 to 1998. Prior to that, from 1982 to 1986, they obtained their Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Economics from Vanderbilt University. In addition to these degrees, they also attended The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in 1985, although it is unclear whether they obtained a degree or what field of study they pursued at that institution.