Ryan Powell
About Ryan Powell
Ryan Powell serves as the Head of Strategic CPG Accounts at Turing Labs Inc., where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in category management and strategic planning, having held various leadership roles in notable companies such as Red Bull, Capgemini, and The Coca-Cola Company.
Current Role at Turing Labs Inc.
Ryan Powell serves as the Head of Strategic CPG Accounts at Turing Labs Inc. since 2023. In this role, he focuses on developing strategies for consumer packaged goods (CPG) accounts, leveraging his extensive experience in the industry. He has been instrumental in utilizing data and artificial intelligence to enhance consumer product development, contributing to the company's innovative approach in the market.
Previous Experience in CPG and Retail
Ryan Powell has held several significant positions in the consumer packaged goods and retail sectors. He worked as a Senior Category Manager at Red Bull from 2008 to 2010 and later as the Head of Retail & CPG at Wavicle Data Solutions from 2021 to 2023. His experience also includes roles at Insite AI as SVP Retail & CPG Strategy and JDA Software as an Enterprise Solution & Business Process Architect, showcasing his expertise in category management and strategic planning.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Ryan Powell studied at the University of Wolverhampton, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Science from 2000 to 2004. This educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in technology, which he has applied throughout his career in various strategic roles within the CPG and retail industries.
Leadership Roles and Strategic Planning Expertise
Ryan Powell has a strong background in leadership roles focused on category management and strategic planning. His tenure at Capgemini as Global Category Management Leader from 2012 to 2017 further solidified his expertise in these areas. He has consistently demonstrated the ability to drive strategic initiatives and manage complex projects across multiple organizations.
Experience with Silicon Valley Investors
At Turing Labs Inc., Ryan Powell has gained experience working with notable Silicon Valley investors, including Y-combinator. This exposure has enhanced his understanding of the investment landscape and its impact on consumer product development, further enriching his strategic capabilities in the CPG sector.