Caitlin Winfrey
About Caitlin Winfrey
Caitlin Winfrey serves as the Vice President of Commercial at Beyond Meat, a position she has held since 2020. With a diverse background in culinary and marketing roles at Beyond Meat and experience in high-end culinary establishments, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her current role.
Current Role at Beyond Meat
Caitlin Winfrey serves as the Vice President of Commercial at Beyond Meat, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she oversees commercial strategies and initiatives aimed at expanding the company's market presence. Her leadership contributes to the growth and development of Beyond Meat's product offerings and partnerships.
Previous Positions at Beyond Meat
Caitlin Winfrey has held multiple roles at Beyond Meat prior to her current position. She worked as a Commercial Director from 2018 to 2020, focusing on commercial operations. Earlier, she served as a Culinary Ambassador from 2012 to 2013, and as a Trade Marketing Manager from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she was a Brand Partnerships Manager from 2014 to 2016 and worked as a Marketing Specialist and Culinary Ambassador from 2013 to 2014.
Education and Professional Development
Caitlin Winfrey studied at The Wharton School, where she completed the Wharton Executive Education Program and earned a certificate from 2010 to 2011. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Notre Dame, which she obtained from 2000 to 2004. Her culinary education includes training at The French Culinary School from 2004 to 2005.
Culinary Experience
Before her tenure at Beyond Meat, Caitlin Winfrey gained significant culinary experience. She worked as an Executive Pastry Chef at Starr Restaurant Organization from 2009 to 2012 and as a Pastry Sous Chef at Per Se from 2005 to 2009. These roles contributed to her expertise in culinary arts and food service management.
Early Education
Caitlin Winfrey attended Holy Names Academy, where she completed her early education. This foundational experience set the stage for her subsequent academic and professional achievements in both culinary arts and business.