Lauren Byrd
About Lauren Byrd
Lauren Byrd is a Key Account Manager at General Mills in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area, with over 10 years of experience in the CPG industry.
Company
Lauren Byrd works at General Mills, a multinational manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer foods. General Mills is headquartered in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area, where Lauren plays a significant role.
Title
Lauren Byrd holds the position of Key Account Manager at General Mills. In this role, she manages key accounts for 8 Natural/Organic brands, including Annie's.
Education and Expertise
Lauren Byrd earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. She has accumulated over 10 years of experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry.
Professional Background
Lauren Byrd has a diverse background at General Mills, where she has held multiple positions since 2003. She has worked as a Customer Operations Specialist and Team Leader, Business Planning Manager, Business Trade Manager, Customer Account Manager II, and now serves as a Key Account Manager. Prior to her current role, she also served as the CFO at The Wellness Division from 2012 to 2013.
Key Responsibilities
In her current role, Lauren oversees primary accounts for NCG and INFRA, focusing on co-ops and independent chains nationally. She is passionate about developing and maintaining strong customer relationships, breaking down communication barriers, and identifying inefficiencies to enhance productivity.