Gerald Morris
About Gerald Morris
Gerald Morris is the Vice President and Chief Tax Officer at General Mills, with extensive experience in tax management and policy development.
Title and Current Role
Gerald Morris is the Vice President and Chief Tax Officer at General Mills, based in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. He has been with General Mills for over a decade, starting as Senior Tax Counsel and Director - U.S. Taxes before advancing to his current position.
Previous Roles at General Mills
Before becoming Vice President and Chief Tax Officer, Gerald Morris served as Senior Tax Counsel and Director - U.S. Taxes at General Mills. During his 13-year tenure in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, he managed and directed U.S. tax matters for the corporation.
Board Membership at Minnesota Chamber of Commerce
Gerald Morris served on the Board of Directors for the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce from 2011 to 2016. During his five-year tenure, he contributed to the growth and policy development of the business community in Minnesota.
Involvement in Minnesota's 21st Century Tax Reform Commission
In 2008, Gerald Morris was a member of the State of Minnesota's 21st Century Tax Reform Commission for eight months. He played a key role in providing expertise in tax policy and reform, aiding the commission in its objectives.
Early Career and Educational Background
Gerald Morris started his career at EY as a Tax Manager, where he worked for four years. He then moved to 3M Health Care as Tax Counsel, where he spent seven years. Gerald earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from Mitchell Hamline School of Law and obtained a Bachelor of Arts from Saint John's University.