Jay Gouliard

Jay Gouliard is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in packaging, product innovation, and sustainable design across several leading companies. Currently serving as Senior Vice President of Packaging, Digital & Data R&D at Mondelēz International since May 2017, Gouliard also holds the position of Managing Director at Innotrigue B.V., a global consultancy focused on integrated product development and sustainability. Previous roles include Vice President of Global Innovation at Avery Dennison, where innovative strategies for growth were implemented, and Vice President of Global Packaging at Unilever, overseeing packaging innovation across diverse product categories. Jay Gouliard has also contributed significantly at General Mills, The Coca-Cola Company, and Anheuser-Busch, developing key packaging technologies and leading cross-functional teams. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Engineering/Technology Management from Missouri University of Science and Technology and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Bradley University.