Jonathan Firebaugh

Jonathan Firebaugh is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in product design and research and development within the food industry, currently serving as Global Product Design Director at General Mills since April 2006. Previous roles at General Mills include R&D and Quality Director for Latin America, where Jonathan oversaw pilot plants and community development, and R&D Manager positions in China, focusing on product pipelines and operational efficiencies. Jonathan has a solid educational background with a Master's and Bachelor's degree in Food Science from North Carolina State University. Earlier experience includes validation work at Pfizer and research assistance for the Northern Ireland Government's Department of Agriculture, highlighting a diverse range of skills in both scientific and technical domains.