Karen Ivanis-Rogers
Senior Director of Business Ventures @Albertsons Companies
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Director of Business Ventures @Albertsons Companies
Pleasanton, CA, US
Lead a venture group that delivers material financial returns through a deal flow of strategic partnerships with emerging on trend food and beverage companies. Accelerate the development of these brands through M&A transaction. Deliver exceptional returns from a portfolio of 20+ brands. Collaborate with Private Equity to identify and co-invest in brands, Participated in portfolio companies\' governance as a board observer. Influenced Albertsons senior leadership to advance portfolio companies distribution and strategic initiatives. Lead the Business Ventures execution team. Deliver accelerated growth to food and beverage challenger brands. Develop best in class selling stories, refines go-to-market strategies, oversees data and insights. consults on trade promotion, digital and social media plans, solves problems and provides strategic introductions.
EDUCATION
Gonzaga University
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA
University of California, Irvine - The Paul Merage School of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA
ABOUT KAREN IVANIS-ROGERS
I’m a strategic business development leader with a passion for scaling innovative food and beverage brands. With over two decades of experience across Fortune 500 companies and entrepreneurial ventures, I specialize in building high-impact partnerships, advising early-stage companies, and driving growth through cross-functional collaboration.At Albertsons, I lead the Growth Accelerator Program, Albertsons venture arm, where I’ve helped dozens of emerging brands thrive through strategic investment, retail execution, and executive advocacy. My background spans sales, marketing, and venture strategy—with a track record of delivering results at companies like Johnson and Johnson, Clorox, Del Monte and PharmaviteWhat sets me apart is my ability to connect vision with execution. I’m known for my executive communication skills, collaborative leadership style, and deep network across the food and beverage ecosystem. I’m also passionate about community building and serve on multiple boards, including Naturally Bay Area and Albertsons’ WIIN Network.Let’s connect if you’re building something bold in food and beverage—or if you’re passionate about innovation, growth, and purpose-driven leadership.
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