Rossy Tejeda: Accomplished Latina Leader in Food

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Raised in a family that instilled the values of hard work and integrity, Rossy Tejeda is a dedicated and accomplished professional from Chicago’s South Side, who has consistently demonstrated these qualities throughout her career. In 2022, she earned her Master’s in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, building on her undergraduate degree in the same field. 

Since then, she has rapidly climbed the ranks at Custom Culinary®, where she has significantly contributed to product development, including leading projects widely celebrated across the industry. With proud family roots in Puebla and Veracruz, Mexico, Rossy recently spearheaded a mole product development project that not only highlighted her cultural heritage but also earned her a promotion to Food Scientist. Her company shared the following statement about her: 

“Custom Culinary is pleased to announce the promotion of Rossy Tejeda to Food Scientist effective January 4, 2025, reporting directly to her. Over the past year, she has built her product development responsibilities to support the Custom Culinary® and customized foodservice segments. Rossy has used her Undergraduate and Master’s degrees in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and leveraged her academic expertise in product development initiatives. Her internship at Griffith Foods brought her to Custom Culinary® and allowed her to develop a cross-functional network throughout R&D, Culinary, and Sensory departments, where she demonstrated a keen willingness to learn and adapt, an innovative mindset, and a fresh perspective. She consistently leverages her creativity and proactive approach to develop innovative health and nutrition products that align with Our 2030 aspirations.” 

Rossy’s achievements go beyond her professional success. She is an inspiration to the Latino community, particularly for young Latinas pursuing their dreams. Her journey demonstrates the power of education, determination, and innovation, making her a perfect candidate for this prestigious honor.

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