Leslie Federico
About Leslie Federico
Leslie Federico is a Supply Chain QA Manager at Inspire Brands, overseeing Dunkin's non-coffee beverages and beverage packaging. With a background in quality assurance and a Master's degree in Business Administration, Federico has extensive experience in the food and beverage industry.
Work at Inspire
Leslie Federico has served as the Supply Chain QA Manager for Dunkin' Non-Coffee Beverages and Beverage Packaging at Inspire Brands since 2016. In this role, Leslie manages quality assurance processes specifically for non-coffee beverage products and their packaging. The position is based in Canton, Massachusetts, where Leslie focuses on maintaining high standards of quality within the supply chain for a major beverage brand.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Prior to joining Inspire Brands, Leslie Federico held several positions in quality assurance. From 2015 to 2016, Leslie worked as a QA Manager at Mantrose-Haeuser Co., Inc. Before that, Leslie spent two years at Blount Fine Foods, first as a Senior Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician and then as a Supply Chain Quality Coordinator and QA Manufacturing Supervisor from 2013 to 2015. These roles provided valuable experience in quality management and supply chain processes.
Education and Expertise
Leslie Federico earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Southern New Hampshire University, completing the program from 2013 to 2015. Prior to this, Leslie obtained a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from the University of Rhode Island, studying there from 2009 to 2012. Leslie also holds several certifications, including HACCP Certified professional, Certified Quality Process Analyst, and Certified Veterinary Assistant, demonstrating expertise in quality assurance and food safety.
Research Experience
Leslie Federico began her career in research as a Research Assistant at the University of Rhode Island in 2010, where she worked for three months in the Analytical Laboratory. This experience contributed to her foundational knowledge in laboratory practices and quality assurance, which she later applied in her various roles in the food and beverage industry.