Jay Bergland

Jay Bergland currently serves as the Operations Training Manager at SunOpta, where responsibilities include the design and development of training materials and standardized programs for food manufacturing operations. Prior roles include Lead Change Agent and Director of Safety, Quality Assurance & Special Projects at McLane Company, Inc., focusing on change management and operational excellence. Jay has also worked as the Director of Learning & Development Programs at the Grain Elevator and Processing Society, providing consulting on business needs and gap identification. Jay's experience spans various positions in academic and operational settings, including roles at Capella University, the University of Minnesota, and Minneapolis College. Jay holds a Mini MBA from the University of St. Thomas, a Master's Degree from Saint Mary's University, and a Bachelor's degree from Bemidji State University, among other credentials in operations and management.