David Piza
Director Global Business Development Alternative Proteins @Griffith Foods
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WORK HISTORY
Director Global Business Development Alternative Proteins @Griffith Foods
Lombard, IL, US
In my role as Director Global Business Development at Griffith Foods, I spearheaded the growth of Alternative Proteins by driving new business opportunities and strategic partnerships with strategic accounts globally. By collaborating with key functions (R&D, culinary, marketing) and partners, I successfully identified and executed strategic account plans, leading to increased revenue and profit.
EDUCATION
Universidad de Los Andes
Bachelor of Science - BS, Industrial Engineering
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
ABOUT DAVID PIZA
Sales & commercial leader with 12+ years driving revenue, margin expansion, and strategic growth across Food, CPG, and Ingredients. I lead global business development in Alternative Proteins at Griffith Foods, building customer partnerships, executing account strategies, and managing P&L, pricing, portfolio, and forecasting responsibilities. Previously, I led global strategic partnerships at Beyond Meat—expanding product presence to 15 markets and delivering multi‑quarter revenue outperformance. Earlier roles include VP‑level sales leadership at Westrock Coffee, where I directed large cross‑functional teams, managed enterprise accounts, and drove commercial expansion with major QSR brands. MBA‑qualified (Kellogg), multilingual, and experienced in commercial transformation, I thrive in fast‑moving environments where strong execution, customer engagement, and disciplined sales leadership accelerate results
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