Samantha Riess
About Samantha Riess
Samantha Riess is a Line Lead with a background in agriculture and food leadership, having worked at General Mills, Cargill, and FAO, and studied at Iowa State University.
Title
Samantha Riess holds the title of Line Lead. Her responsibilities include overseeing production lines and ensuring product quality at General Mills.
Education and Expertise
Samantha Riess completed her Bachelor’s degree at Iowa State University, where she studied from 2009 to 2014. She has a strong background in agriculture and food leadership. Her participation in the Dean's Global Agriculture and Food Leadership Program at FAO helped her develop essential leadership skills in the agriculture and food sectors.
Cargill Engineering Internship
In 2013, Samantha Riess gained hands-on experience in the food industry during her seven-month engineering internship at Cargill in Eddyville, Iowa. She worked on various projects related to food production and safety, providing her with practical knowledge and skills in the field.
FAO Leadership Program
Samantha Riess participated in the Dean's Global Agriculture and Food Leadership Program at FAO in 2012. This five-month program, located in Ames, Iowa, focused on developing leadership skills within the agriculture and food sectors, strengthening her expertise in these areas.
Line Lead at General Mills
After her educational pursuits and internship experience, Samantha Riess took on the role of Line Lead at General Mills. Her responsibilities included overseeing production lines and maintaining product quality, showcasing her leadership and technical abilities in a professional setting.