Instructors
From prep kitchen chef, to food scientist, to supply chain and operations management, Linda brings over ten years of experience to her work with OMEP clients. Drawing from her scientific background, creative vision, and operational savvy, Linda approaches food processors and manufacturers with an innovative approach.
Linda enjoys assisting entrepreneurs and small business owners in making the right connections and progress to achieve their goals. She shares their passion and commitment to the unique food and beverage culture only found in the Pacific Northwest.
Teri is a 30-year veteran of the food processing industry and spent her career in both technical services and operations management working for Starbucks Coffee Company, Tazo Tea Company, Bridgeport Brewing Company, and Quest International – ICI. She started her career at a small fruit processing company in the Willamette Valley working with growers, manufacturing employees, co-manufacturers and large corporate customers to deliver high quality fruit products. That experience taught her the importance of engaging people across the supply chain when working to deliver safe, great tasting food using effective processing techniques.