The Jel Sert Company
Rod Jendrysik is a seasoned professional in the food and beverage industry, currently serving as the Manager of Technical Development at The Jel Sert Company since 2009, overseeing a team focused on the development of PSD and RTD beverages, puddings, gelatins, and freezer pops. Prior experience includes a role as Sr. Scientist II at Quaker Oats, where Rod Jendrysik managed vendor relationships and technology programs aimed at enhancing product capabilities. Earlier in career, Rod Jendrysik held multiple positions at Gatorade, contributing to the development of sports drinks and conducting extensive analytical research. Rod Jendrysik holds a Bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of Guelph, earned in 1991.
The Jel Sert Company
For nearly a century, The Jel Sert Company has focused on creating high quality, high value foods and beverages that help bring people together. As a proud family owned business, they understand that sharing a meal; a treat or even just a quick beverage can be an opportunity to create meaningful time with loved ones. Since its incorporation in 1926, The Jel Sert Company has been at the forefront of innovation in the food and beverage industry; with an evolving portfolio of brands ranging from drink mixes to dessert mixes and freezer pops. Our beloved brands include Otter Pops, Fla-Vor-Ice, Pop-Ice, Kool Pops, Wyler’s Light, Flavor-Aid, All Sport, Super C, Pure Kick, Royal, My-T-Fine and Nature’s Hand. The Jel Sert Company is based in West Chicago, Illinois, where over 1,000 employees share the company’s passion for creating incredible products that help families and friends gather together to make lasting memories.