Prasad Ventrapragada
About Prasad Ventrapragada
Prasad Ventrapragada is a Senior Project Manager with 40 years of experience in the food and nutritional industry, currently working at Mead Johnson Nutritionals and Bristol-Myers Squibb.
Current Position at Mead Johnson Nutritionals
Prasad Ventrapragada holds dual roles at Mead Johnson Nutritionals, serving both as Senior Project Manager and Associate Director. He is based in the Evansville, Indiana area. In these roles, he is responsible for overseeing large-scale projects and directing various initiatives within the company.
Professional Background and Experience
Prasad Ventrapragada has an extensive background in the food and nutritional industry, spanning 40 years. His career includes significant tenures at major companies such as Kellogg Company, where he worked as a Project Manager from 1977 to 1991, and Mead Johnson, where he served in various capacities including Project Manager and Senior Project Manager from 1991 to 2008.
Educational Background
Prasad Ventrapragada studied at Oklahoma State University, earning a Master's degree in Engineering from 2014 to 2016. This advanced education has provided a solid technical foundation that supports his role in managing complex projects in the nutritional industry.
Specializations and Technical Expertise
Prasad Ventrapragada specializes in grain processing, cereal processing, and the nutritional industry. His expertise includes the design, qualification, validation, and implementation of projects. He has successfully managed the design and construction of new GMP-compliant plants, as well as equipment installation and startups in various countries.
Patent and Innovations
Prasad Ventrapragada received a patent for developing a baby formula container (Patent No 9,387,962 B2). He has also been involved in new package and process system design, as well as package and product optimization, contributing significantly to the field of nutritional products.