Niara Pereira Monteiro

Niara Pereira Monteiro is an experienced R&D professional with a strong background in food science engineering. Currently serving as Coordinator R&D at Norac Foods since March 2022, Niara previously held roles at PepsiCo as an R&D Specialist, contributing to the development of oat-based products and various projects across Latin America. With prior experience as a Project Leader in R&D at Norac Foods and internships at renowned institutions such as Nestlé Research Center and Roquette Frères, Niara has demonstrated expertise in product development, flavor formulation, and technical quality assurance. Educational qualifications include a double degree in Food Science Engineering from Ecole nationale d'Ingénieurs des Techniques des Industries agricoles et alimentaires and a bachelor's degree from USP - Universidade de São Paulo.