About the speaker: Vice President of Global Health and Nutrition Sciences for PepsiCo, leading a dynamic team of health experts to guide the nutrition strategy fueling PepsiCo’s innovation pipeline and portfolio transformation journey across PepsiCo’s diverse $90 billion dollar portfolio. Marianne and her team collaborate with cross functional teams and business units worldwide to grow PepsiCo’s nutritious offerings, increasing nutrients of need such as fiber, while reducing nutrients to limit such as saturated fats and added sugars. In addition, her team is responsible for advancing research programs to support consumer demand for functional benefits across a range of areas including digestive health, energy, hydration and metabolic health. Marianne plays a key role in corporate governance and compliance related to portfolio transformation goals and reporting.

About the Company: PepsiCo, a global leader in the food and beverage industry, boasts a diverse portfolio of iconic brands including Pepsi, Lay’s, Gatorade, and Quaker. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and consumer satisfaction, PepsiCo continues to drive growth and deliver delicious, convenient, and nutritious products to customers worldwide.

Employee Count: 318,000

Revenue: 27.8 Billion USD