Sham DeBlasio

Global innovation leader with 13 plus years of experience driving product development commercialization and portfolio strategy across the consumer packaged goods industry. Deep expertise in ice cream frozen desserts and multi category food systems with a strong track record of translating global trends into successful market launches. Recognized for leading cross functional teams aligning innovation pipelines with business strategy and communicating complex initiatives clearly to senior stakeholders.

Highly attuned to emerging global CPG trends ingredients and technologies across international markets.

Director of R and D - Chicago Vegan Foods

(2021-01)

• Lead global innovation strategy across frozen desserts and plant based product portfolio including extensive ice cream development.
• Own end to end innovation pipeline from concept through commercialization ensuring alignment with business priorities.
• Translate global consumer and ingredient trends into scalable product platforms.
• Present innovation strategy and pipeline updates to senior leadership.

R and D Manager - Kent Precision Foods Group

(2019-01 - 2021-12)

• Led development of ice cream systems frozen desserts and functional food platforms for national brands.
• Managed multiple innovation projects aligning technical development with commercial goals.
• Identified emerging global CPG trends and applied them to product innovation.

R and D Manager - Mullins Food Products

(2011-01 - 2019-12)

• Delivered innovation and commercialization for major CPG and QSR customers.
• Managed complex cross functional initiatives from concept through launch.
• Synthesized technical and commercial inputs into clear strategies and presentations.

Bachelor of Science - Food Science - Kansas State University

Associate - Culinary Arts Management - Moraine Valley Community College