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PepsiCo Meet and Greet for Students

As the Student Lounge sponsor, PepsiCo is offering opportunities for students to causally meet with Food Science and Engineering professionals who work in various areas of R&D at the company. Student attendees are welcome to network with PepsiCo employees, ask questions about the company's products, culture, and career opportunities, and gain insights into the latest trends and developments in the food and beverage industry.

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Sunday, July 12, 2026 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM CT McCormick Place Room: S102

As the Student Lounge sponsor, PepsiCo is offering opportunities for students to causally meet with Food Science and Engineering professionals who work in various areas of R&D at the company.

Student attendees are welcome to network with PepsiCo employees, ask questions about the company's products, culture, and career opportunities, and gain insights into the latest trends and developments in the food and beverage industry.

Speakers

    Evelyn Neilson

    Evelyn Neilson Associate R&D Scientist

    PepsiCo

    Laura Infield Product Development Scientist

    PepsiCo

    Mohamed Badaoui Najjar

    Mohamed Badaoui Najjar Vice President - R&D International Bevs

    Pepsico

    Mary Carunchia Director

    PepsiCo

    Aria Morrill

    Aria Morrill R&D Scientist

    Frito-Lay Inc.

    Jennifer Vuia-Riser

    Jennifer Vuia-Riser Associate Principal Scientist

    PepsiCo

    Erika Beck Associate Principal Scientist

    PepsiCo/Frito Lay

    Valeria Rizzi Associate Principal Scientist

    Pepsico

Event Type

  • IFT Student Association