Jamie Colby
About Jamie Colby
Jamie Colby is an R&D Product Development professional at General Mills in Minneapolis, with a background in chemical engineering and extensive experience in the food industry.
Current Role at General Mills
Jamie Colby is currently working at General Mills as an R&D Product Development expert in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Jamie is responsible for leading new product development initiatives, driving innovation, and formulating new snack products. At General Mills, Jamie has developed a proprietary formulation for a new snack product that became one of the top-selling items in its category. Jamie also implemented a cost reduction strategy that saved the company over $2 million annually and led a cross-functional team to improve quality control processes, resulting in a 15% reduction in product defects.
Past Experience at Edward Jones
Jamie Colby worked at Edward Jones as a Financial Advisor from 2016 to 2021, for a duration of 5 years, in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. In this role, Jamie provided personalized financial advice, helped clients achieve their financial goals, and managed a diverse portfolio of investments. This experience enriched Jamie's expertise in financial planning and client relationship management.
Tenure at Kraft Foods
Jamie Colby served at Kraft Foods in multiple roles. From 2007 to 2015, Jamie was an R&D Manager in Glenview, IL, overseeing product development and innovation. Prior to that, Jamie worked as an R&D Engineer for Oscar Mayer from 2000 to 2003 in Madison, Wisconsin, specializing in the development of processed meat products. During these roles, Jamie was instrumental in enhancing product formulations and advancing R&D initiatives.
Educational Background in Chemical Engineering and Management
Jamie Colby studied Chemical Engineering at the University of Minnesota, earning a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (B.Ch.E.) degree. Additionally, Jamie obtained a Professional Development Certificate in Advanced Management from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. This educational background provides a strong foundation in both technical and managerial aspects of R&D.
Industry Contributions and Patents
Jamie Colby is a published author in the field of food preservation, with research published in leading industry journals. Jamie has also presented at the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting on sustainable packaging solutions. In addition, Jamie holds a patent for a novel food processing method that enhances flavor retention in packaged foods. These contributions reflect Jamie’s commitment to innovation and industry advancement.
Mentorship and Community Involvement
At General Mills, Jamie Colby mentors junior R&D scientists through the company's internal professional development program. Outside of the workplace, Jamie is actively involved in the Minneapolis food innovation community, participating in local food tech meetups and events. This involvement helps to foster industry growth and cultivate new talent in the field of food technology.