Hazel has an 18-year track record in food R&D, leading teams at global CPG and B2B companies to deliver consumer-preferred products. She has led R&D and innovation to drive growth and quality for iconic brands such as Oreo, Ritz, and Sour Patch Kids. In her current role at Ingredion, Hazel drives food innovation and formulation expertise across multiple categories. As a leader and collaborator, she directs initiatives to create customer-centric, nutritious, and sustainable solutions through the application of novel technologies.