Carole Bingley, Product Development Technical Lead, Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL)
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Carole led more than 30 years of food science innovation, developing commercially successful products across confectionery, protein snacks, plant-based foods and consumer healthcare, while pioneering patented sugar-reduction technology and strategic product development for global brands.
She overcame complex formulation, manufacturing and supply-chain challenges, including building a completely new micro-manufacturing capability for Mondelēz in just six months and solving technical problems that had previously prevented progress.
Delivering record-breaking commercial success, including the Grenade OREO Protein Bar, which sold 10x more than the category's previous top seller, Carole supported over 100 start-ups and established herself as a respected industry thought leader.
Carole is now leading global Biscuits & Baked Snacks product development strategy for Mondelēz, while driving nutrition-focused innovation with EIT Foods and Impact on Urban Health and mentoring the next generation of food scientists.
Colleague Testimonial
“She has not only created award-winning products but has masterfully navigated challenging markets and evolving policy landscapes to unlock significant success for start-ups and multinationals alike. Her remarkable flexibility and breadth of capability, together with her 'can-do' attitude, make her an invaluable asset.”
Sonalika Jain, Novel Foods UK (NFX) Lead
Judges' Comment
“Carole showed the strongest all-round technical case including examples for patented technology, successful launches, new manufacturing capability and quantified sales growth. The combination of breakthrough product launches, patented reduced-sugar technology, creation of a new micro-manufacturing capability and extensive industry ambassadorship is exceptionally compelling.”
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