David Montgomery

David Montgomery has a diverse work experience in the food industry. David most recently worked as a Cheese Technology Scientist at Sartori Company since April 2022. Prior to that, they were an Account Manager at DSM, where they managed fresh dairy accounts in North America from January 2021 to April 2022.

Before their role at DSM, David worked at the Wisconsin Center for Dairy Research as an Outreach Specialist in the Cheese Industry and Applications. In this role, they supported processing and product development in the cheese industry, including developing make protocols, modified processes, and new ingredients. David also worked on transferring knowledge to the industry and exploring new opportunities. David held this position from January 2017 to December 2020.

David was an Associate Food Scientist at Kerry from June 2014 to December 2016. In this role, they developed innovative solutions by collaborating with employees across various departments and leading teams on successful international and domestic projects. David also contributed to the corporate strategy and utilized project management tools.

Prior to Kerry, David held various internships and assistant positions in the food industry. David was a Student Assistant Research Specialist at the Wisconsin Center for Dairy Research from January 2013 to May 2014. David also worked as a Research and Innovation Intern at Leprino Foods and a Research and Development Process Engineering Intern at WhiteWave Foods.

In addition, David has experience in quality control as a Quality Control Intern at OSCAR MAYER FOODS from May 2011 to May 2012. David also worked as a Babcock Hall Dairy Plant Assistant Cheese Maker at the University of Wisconsin-Madison from September 2010 to December 2012.

Before entering the food industry, David worked as a Bartender and Banquet and Facilities Assistant at Polish Heritage Alliance Inc from 2005 to 2011.

Overall, David Montgomery has a strong background in cheese technology, food science, research, product development, and project management in the food industry.

David Montgomery obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2014. In addition, they have also acquired a certification as a Licensed Cheese Maker from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection.