George Dowdie
George Dowdie
George Dowdie is the Executive Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Starbucks Corporation, responsible for all aspects of their end-to-end supply chain from procurement to manufacturing and distribution – as well as critical quality and food safety initiatives.
Before joining Starbucks in 2013, he served as senior vice president of global R&D and quality at Campbell Soup Co. Additionally, he held leadership roles at Joseph E. Seagram & Sons and Frito-Lay.
Early Life and Education
George Dowdie was born on 17 January 1863 in Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester to Welsh parents. He received his early education in Pembrokeshire and Llanystumdwy, Caernarfonshire.
He received his education at Llanystumdwy National School and from tutors. His uncle Richard Lloyd – a shoemaker and committed Liberal – had an influential role in shaping him, inspiring him to enter politics.
George has extensive leadership experience in food safety and quality strategy, research and development, new product development/commercialization, innovation management and new business development across a variety of consumer product industries. He holds a Ph.D. in Food Science & Technology from Louisiana State University as well as a B.S. from Tuskegee University; additionally, George is an active member of the Institute of Food Technologists and received Campbell’s Influence With Honor leadership award in 2005.
Professional Career
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George Dowdie has an extensive professional background in supply chain management, research and development, as well as food safety. He holds a Ph.D. in Food Science & Technology from Louisiana State University, a bachelor’s degree from Tuskegee University, and completed the Executive Management Program at INSEAD Business School in France.
He has held various leadership roles in supply chain, research and development, food quality at Campbell Soup Company, Pernod Ricard, Seagram Company and Frito-Lay. With extensive global expertise in food safety strategy, research & development, new product development & commercialization, innovation management & new business development across various consumer product lines.
Achievements and Honors
George Dowdie has extensive experience in the food industry, having held various positions such as director of food safety, research and development. Currently a senior executive at Starbucks, George is accountable for their end-to-end supply chain management and key quality initiatives.
He is also a member of the Institute of Food Technologists. He earned his B.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Tuskegee University, as well as completing an Executive Management Program at INSEAD Business School in France.
He is an experienced leader with more than a decade of expertise in food safety and quality strategy, research and development, new product development/commercialization, innovation management and new business development across various consumer product lines. Prior to this role, he held leadership roles at Joseph E. Seagram & Sons and Frito-Lay.
Personal Life
George Dowdie is a Senior Executive at Starbucks Corporation, an esteemed roaster and retailer of specialty coffee. He has been with the company since October 2013 and oversees all aspects of their supply chain operations such as procurement, manufacturing, distribution, quality assurance and food safety measures.
He has held several high-profile positions during his career, such as senior vice president of global research, development and quality at Campbell Soup Company. Additionally, he held multiple leadership roles at Frito-Lay and Joseph E. Seagram & Sons, Inc. During this time at Seagram’s, he was named the world’s top food products executive by Marquis Who’s Who. Mr. Porter holds a bachelor’s degree from Tuskegee University and a master’s from Louisiana State University; plus, he’s proud to be part of the Institute of Food Technologists!
Net Worth
George Dowdie has an estimated net worth of $10 million. He currently serves as Executive Vice President of Global Supply Chain for Starbucks Corporation and has been in this industry for more than two decades. He has extensive expertise in supply chain, food safety and quality strategy, research and development and innovation management. Prior to joining Starbucks, he held senior leadership roles in these fields at Campbell Soup Company, Pernod Ricard, Seagram Company and Frito-Lay Company. He holds a doctorate in food science and technology from Louisiana State University, a bachelor’s degree in business from Tuskegee University, as well as a certificate in executive management from Harvard Graduate School of Business. When not at work, he enjoys playing golf and spending time with his family; additionally he serves on the Board of Directors for Conagra Brands Inc.