Amanda Plunkett
About Amanda Plunkett
Amanda Plunkett serves as the Sensory Panel Leader at Canopy Growth Corporation, where she has worked since 2020. With a background in legal studies and extensive experience in various roles within the beauty and cannabis industries, she specializes in managing sensory panel projects and implementing workflow processes.
Work at Canopy Growth
Amanda Plunkett currently serves as the Sensory Panel Leader at Canopy Growth Corporation, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she manages speed-to-market focused projects in both Canada and the USA. She is responsible for planning and conducting several weekly sampling sessions aimed at sensory mapping and product profiling. Additionally, she coordinates large-scale recruiting and screening sessions for sensory panel members, ensuring that the panel is well-equipped to provide valuable insights for product development.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Plunkett completed her secondary education at Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School, where she studied French Immersion and achieved her Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) from 2004 to 2008. She furthered her education at Carleton University, earning a Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies from 2008 to 2012. Her educational background has equipped her with a diverse skill set applicable to her roles in various industries, including legal and sensory analysis.
Background
Before her current role at Canopy Growth, Amanda Plunkett held several positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Team Assistant at Accreditation Canada for three months in 2015 and as a Legal Assistant at Kaplan Immigration Law Office from 2010 to 2011. Additionally, she gained experience in the beauty industry as a Beauty Advisor at Shoppers Drug Mart and as a Field Sales Representative at Benefit Cosmetics, among other roles in retail and legal assistance.
Achievements
During her tenure at Canopy Growth, Amanda Plunkett has implemented new programs and processes within the sensory panel department to regulate workflow and maximize results. She has also worked on renovation projects for existing products that have successfully launched in the market. Her contributions have been instrumental in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of sensory analysis within the organization.