Jenny Mcaab
About Jenny Mcaab
Jenny Mcaab is the ITQ Director and BUI for US Yogurt at General Mills, with over 20 years of experience in R&D and innovation, including extensive international roles.
Current Role at General Mills
Jenny Mcaab currently serves as the ITQ Director and BUI, US Yogurt at General Mills. In this role, she oversees the technical and quality aspects of yogurt production in the United States. Jenny transitioned to this position in 2019, signaling a move from her previous role in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Her work focuses on ensuring product quality and driving innovation in the US yogurt market.
Previous Roles at General Mills
Throughout her over 20-year tenure at General Mills, Jenny Mcaab has held various roles with increasing responsibility. These include positions such as Snacks R&D Manager for Europe and Australasia, Innovation Manager for the International Division, and Snacks Connected Innovation Leader. Her previous roles have provided her with extensive experience in managing R&D and innovation strategies, particularly in the snacks segment.
Background in Process Engineering
Jenny Mcaab has a strong background in process engineering, especially within the snacks segment at General Mills. She started her career as a Process Engineer in Snacks R&D, a role she held from 2002 to 2007. Following this, she worked as an Innovation Entrepreneur in Snacks R&D for six years. Her engineering expertise is a cornerstone of her contributions to product development and innovation.
Educational Background
Jenny Mcaab holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin - Madison, where she studied from 1996 to 2000. Her educational background in science has been fundamental to her subsequent career in R&D and process engineering at General Mills.
International Experience
Jenny Mcaab has accumulated extensive international experience through various R&D management roles. She managed R&D for snacks in Europe and Australasia, and played a pivotal role in innovation management for General Mills' international division. This international exposure has allowed Jenny to contribute significantly to global product development strategies.