Brian Sobecks

Dr. Brian Sobecks is a seasoned leader with over two decades of experience in the CPG industry, specializing in unlocking business value through emerging technology solutions. With a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, Brian has excelled in roles such as program manager, agile project manager, technology scout, and IT architect.

As a Digital Innovation Leader & Evangelist, Brian is known for his passion for driving technology-based innovation and fostering an innovation culture to achieve tangible results. He collaborates effectively with internal stakeholders, enterprise partners, and start-ups, cultivating win-win partnerships.

Brian is a proactive learner who leverages rapid experimentation to accelerate learning and time-to-value. He excels as a systematic incubator, managing a portfolio of Test-And-Learns and positioning the most promising ones for commercialization. With a proven track record of success at a Fortune 500 company, Brian is a seasoned leader delivering value for today and tomorrow.

Brian's educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Cincinnati, a Master of Science (MS) in Electrical Engineering from the University of Iowa, and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Case Western Reserve University.

Previously, Brian held key roles at The Kraft Heinz Company, including Senior Digital Innovator & Evangelist, Senior Manager Innovation & Quality Systems, and Mobility & Innovation Manager. He also served as the Marketing / R&D Enterprise Architect at Kraft Foods Global Brands LLC, IT Innovation Manager at Kraft Foods Incorporated, Corporate R&D Associate Principal Engineer at Kraft Foods Incorporated, and Lead Engineer at Motorola Solutions.