Brian Gooding
About Brian Gooding
Brian Gooding serves as the Director of Product Commercialization at Beyond Meat, where he has worked since 2020. He has held various roles in the food industry, including positions at Roger Wood Foods, KFC US, and Jack in the Box.
Current Role at Beyond Meat
Brian Gooding serves as the Director of Product Commercialization at Beyond Meat. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's mission of providing plant-based meat alternatives. His role involves overseeing the commercialization of new products, ensuring they meet market demands and quality standards. Based in El Segundo, California, Gooding plays a key part in the development and launch of innovative food products.
Previous Experience at KFC US
Prior to his current role, Brian Gooding worked at KFC US as the Poultry Manager for Innovation and Commercialization from 2015 to 2020. In this position, he focused on developing and implementing poultry-related products and initiatives. His experience at KFC enhanced his expertise in the food industry, particularly in product development and commercialization strategies.
Experience at Roger Wood Foods
Before joining KFC, Gooding was the Director of Technical Services at Roger Wood Foods from 2010 to 2013. His responsibilities included overseeing technical operations and ensuring product quality in the Louisville, Kentucky area. This role contributed to his understanding of food safety and product development in the meat processing sector.
Background in Food Safety and Sales
Brian Gooding has a diverse background in the food industry. He worked as a Senior Food Safety Scientist at Jack in the Box from 2013 to 2015, where he focused on food safety protocols and compliance. Earlier in his career, he was a Territory Sales Manager at WOLF-TEC INC. in 2005, where he managed sales in the South Central Territory. This combination of technical and sales experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the food production and commercialization processes.
Education at Georgia Southern University
Brian Gooding studied at Georgia Southern University, where he gained foundational knowledge relevant to his career in the food industry. His education has supported his professional development and expertise in product commercialization and food safety.