Adley Tong
About Adley Tong
Adley Tong is an R&D Scientist at Chobani, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Food Science from the University of California, Davis, and has experience in various roles within the food science field.
Work at Chobani
Adley Tong has been employed as an R&D Scientist at Chobani since 2019, contributing to product development efforts in Twin Falls, Idaho. In this role, Tong has facilitated collaboration and communication among various departments to enhance product development processes. The focus has been on increasing sustainability in food service settings through a consumer-centered approach, utilizing design thinking methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Adley Tong studied Food Science at Purdue University, where he completed the Food Science Graduate Program from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Food Science from the University of California, Davis, from 2014 to 2018. This educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in food science principles and practices, which he applies in his current role.
Background
Before joining Chobani, Adley Tong held several positions that contributed to his expertise in food science. He served as a Vice President of the Food Tech Club at UC Davis from 2017 to 2018 and was involved in organizing the Picnic Day Exhibit in 2017. Additionally, he worked as a Graduate Student Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant at Purdue University for four months in 2019.
Internship Experience
Adley Tong has completed multiple internships that provided practical experience in the food industry. He worked as a Research and Development Intern at Unilever for two months in 2017 and as a Quality Assurance Intern at Gold Coast Ingredients for two months in 2016. These roles involved enforcing quality and safety specifications and developing methods for reworking waste stream products.
Research and Development Contributions
Throughout his career, Adley Tong has contributed to various research and development initiatives. He has experience in natural color applications, collaborating closely with marketing and pilot plant teams. His work has included leading the approval, production, and distribution of ice cream samples for large-scale events, as well as training others in technical lab skills and techniques.