Subra Balakrishnan
About Subra Balakrishnan
Subra Balakrishnan is a Global Business Development Director with extensive experience in the food industry. He has held significant roles at Griffith Foods and Nourish Ventures, contributing to business development and culinary operations.
Current Role at Nourish Ventures
Subra Balakrishnan serves as the Global Business Development Director at Nourish Ventures, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for driving business growth and developing strategic partnerships. His experience in the food industry and business development equips him to contribute effectively to Nourish Ventures' objectives.
Previous Experience at Griffith Foods
Prior to his current role, Subra Balakrishnan worked at Griffith Foods for a decade, where he held multiple positions. He served as Corporate Chef from 2011 to 2016 and later as Corporate Executive Chef from 2016 to 2021. His tenure at Griffith Foods involved overseeing culinary operations and product development, contributing to the company's growth in the food sector.
Educational Background
Subra Balakrishnan has an extensive educational background in hospitality and culinary arts. He studied at the Culinary Institute of Canada, earning a B.A. in Culinary Operations. He furthered his studies at George Brown College, where he completed a program in Culinary Arts. Additionally, he obtained a B.Sc in Hotel and Hospitality Administration from IHM, and he earned an MBA from ThePower Business School between 2020 and 2022.
Experience in Research and Development
Subra Balakrishnan briefly worked as a Research & Development Chef at Sprague Foods Limited in 2011. This role involved innovating and developing new food products, enhancing his expertise in culinary innovation and product development within the food industry.