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John Helferich
PhD Candidate at MIT
John Helferich is a Ph.D. Candidate at MIT in the Engineering Systems Division focusing on using Behavioral Economics and Social Psychology concepts to analyze managers' food safety decision-making processes.
With 28 years of industry experience at notable companies like Mars, Inc., Ocean Spray Cranberries, and Procter & Gamble, John held various high-level roles including leading R&D in North America for Mars for a decade.
His research interests encompass a wide array of topics such as Food Safety, Innovation, Sustainability, Quality Assurance, Corporate Ventures, and Food Systems among others.
John's educational background includes a Ph.D. and Master's degree from MIT, specializing in Food Safety and System Safety, respectively, and a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
He has been involved in multiple organizations and positions including being a Co-Founder at Oak & Iron Brewing, an Adjunct Professor of Management at Northeastern University, and a Vice President driving research and development at Masterfoods USA.
