Jeff Banes

Jeff Banes is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the food and beverage industry, currently serving as Regional Sales Manager and Country Manager for the Nordics and Baltic States at BENEO since March 2014. With a focus on fostering better nutrition, Banes has held various roles, including Technical Sales Manager for Stevia Products at Prinova Group and National Sales Manager for North America at PureCircle USA, where contributions were made to elevate stevia from a niche to a mainstream ingredient. Earlier career positions include Applied Technology Manager at Grande Cheese Company, Culinology Consultant at Nartowicz International Culinary Consulting, and Culinary Development Manager at FONA International. Educational credentials include an MBA from DePaul Driehaus College of Business and a BS in Food Science from Purdue University.