Kayla Messier Jones

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ABOUT KAYLA MESSIER JONES

I\'m a science-savvy innovator who has spent the last 8+ year translating disruptive chemistry and consumer insights successful product launches, material transitions, and strategic partnerships. From naturally-colored confections and disruptive packaging technologies to sustainable cleaning and beauty products, I thrive off leading cross-functional teams that turn fuzzy questions about circularity, consumers, formulation, and go-to-market strategy into actionable roadmaps.THING I LOVE- Leading diverse and developing teams and team members with empathy and a growth mindset- Uniting R&D, marketing, and commercial teams to craft data-backed value propositions that move the needle with decision-makers- Coaching clients through the \"so what?\" of chemicals-of-concern, reformulation, ingredient shifts, and circular packaging approaches, without the jargonPROVEN IMPACT- 150+ new home care, personal care, air care, food and beverage, and raw material SKUs launched for global CPGs and private-label retailers- 15+ high-impact projects completed each year in support of Fortune 500 companies, federal agencies, and industry organizations- Thought-leadership around formulating and launching next-generation products, navigating a constantly-shifting regulatory landscape, and demystifying PFAS and other chemicals-of-concern-I\'m eager to bring my blend of technical fluency, storytelling, and growth strategy to mission-driven organizations that want to scale planet-positive innovation.LET\'S CONNECT IF YOU\'RE- Driving sustainable F&B or CPG innovation and need a bridge between the lab and launch plan- Looking for a collaborator who can turn complex science into compelling brand narratives- Curious about the future of natural colorants, novel product formats, sustainable alternative chemistries, or circular packaging- Looking to expand your network!