Ali Thompson

About Ali Thompson

As a product manager with a strong foundation in food science, I blend technical expertise, business acumen, and a results-driven mindset to drive profitable growth and strategic success. With experience in P&L ownership and a background in Research & Development, I excel at executing strategies that boost both volume and value. My career spans product development, consumer sales, and leadership, giving me a well-rounded perspective on the food industry. I have a love for people and desire to build relationships in every role I take on. I’m passionate about cross-functional collaboration, mentoring teams, and developing talent. I thrive in environments where teamwork and collaboration are the keys to success. Looking ahead, I aim to take on greater leadership roles to shape business strategies and contribute to organizational success.

Experience

1. Associate Director Business Operations

   Tyson Foods

   May 2025 — Present · Springdale, AR, US

   Foodservice Value Added Poultry - Business Operations / Margin Management

Education

• Oklahoma State University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Food Science, Minor: Agribusiness

  2013 — 2017

• California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

  Master of Science - MS, Agriculture, Specialization in Food Science

  2017 — 2019

Skills

• Haccp
• Food Science
• Animal Science
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Farms
• Microsoft Office
• Leadership
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Public Speaking
• Animal Husbandry
• Management
• Animal Nutrition
• Customer Service
• Marketing
• Agribusiness
• Organization
• Social Media
• Research
• Microsoft Word
• Agriculture
• Food Safety
• Agricultural Marketing