Ingredion Executive and Leadership Team

Jason Payant, the Vice President, Finance, Global Texture & Healthful Solutions & Interim Chief Financial Officer at Ingredion, manages the financial health of the global texture and healthful solutions divisions. Payant directs capital allocation strategies that support the development of plant-based ingredients and specialty starches. As the Interim Chief Financial Officer, Payant oversees corporate fiscal reporting and ensures compliance with international financial standards. This role involves analyzing market performance to drive revenue growth across the food, beverage, and personal care industries. By providing financial oversight for large-scale operations, the Vice President, Finance, Global Texture & Healthful Solutions & Interim Chief Financial Officer enables the company to invest in research and sustainable manufacturing processes. Jason Payant maintains rigorous control over budgetary frameworks, ensuring that financial resources align with the company's strategic goals for market expansion and product innovation in diverse global regions.

James Ripley, the Senior Vive President at Ingredion, drives the overarching strategic direction for the company's global ingredient solutions. Ripley oversees the expansion of market reach for specialty starches and sweeteners across the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. By leading high-level initiatives, the Senior Vive President ensures that the company maintains its position as a leader in plant-based ingredient innovation. This role involves collaborating with other executive leaders to define long-term growth objectives and sustainability targets. James Ripley manages relationships with key stakeholders to support the development of products that meet evolving consumer preferences. Through the execution of broad market strategies, the Senior Vive President strengthens the company's international footprint and ensures that operational activities remain aligned with the core mission of providing better nutrition and enhanced performance to manufacturers worldwide, ultimately securing the company's future success.

Marjorie Welchoff, the Business Scientist & Acts Texturizers Lead & To The Chief of Staff & Chief Information Officer at Ingredion, directs the scientific advancement of texture solutions. Welchoff architects complex ingredient formulations that enhance product functionality for global food and beverage manufacturers. By bridging the gap between technical research and executive strategy, the Business Scientist & Acts Texturizers Lead & To The Chief of Staff & Chief Information Officer ensures that plant-based innovations align with evolving consumer demands. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams to optimize digital infrastructure while maintaining rigorous scientific standards. Marjorie Welchoff manages the integration of data-driven insights into the development of specialty starches. Through this dual focus on technical excellence and operational efficiency, the Business Scientist & Acts Texturizers Lead & To The Chief of Staff & Chief Information Officer supports the company's commitment to high-performance ingredient solutions across international markets.

Avni Jayswal, the Senior Portfolio Manager & Chief Information Officer, Office of at Ingredion, oversees the strategic alignment of digital assets with global ingredient portfolios. Jayswal manages the technological roadmap that supports the company's diverse range of sweeteners and specialty starches. By optimizing information systems, the Senior Portfolio Manager & Chief Information Officer, Office of drives operational efficiency across the entire manufacturing supply chain. This leadership position requires constant collaboration with research teams to ensure that digital tools facilitate rapid product development. Avni Jayswal monitors market trends to adjust portfolio priorities, ensuring that technological investments yield maximum value for the food and pharmaceutical industries. Through the implementation of scalable IT solutions, the Senior Portfolio Manager & Chief Information Officer, Office of strengthens the company's competitive position in the global marketplace while maintaining a focus on long-term sustainability and innovation.

Barbara Holcomb, the Senior Director, Office of the Chief Information Officer at Ingredion, executes the digital transformation strategy across all global business units. Holcomb manages the implementation of advanced information systems that support the company's ingredient research and manufacturing capabilities. By streamlining data workflows, the Senior Director, Office of the Chief Information Officer ensures that technical teams have access to the insights necessary for developing innovative sweeteners and texture solutions. This role involves coordinating with regional IT leads to maintain robust infrastructure across international operations. Barbara Holcomb drives the adoption of new technologies that improve product quality and operational speed. Through the oversight of critical digital projects, the Senior Director, Office of the Chief Information Officer supports the company's mission to provide high-performance ingredients to the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries while maintaining a focus on efficiency and technological excellence.

Michelle Szymczak, the Global Senior Director, Operations & Chief of Staff at Ingredion, directs the operational execution of corporate strategy across all international manufacturing facilities. Szymczak manages the alignment of internal processes with the company's sustainability goals and research initiatives. As the Chief of Staff, Szymczak facilitates communication between executive leadership and operational teams to ensure consistent performance in the production of specialty starches and plant-based ingredients. This role involves optimizing supply chain logistics to meet the demands of the food, beverage, and personal care sectors. Michelle Szymczak oversees the implementation of efficiency programs that reduce waste and improve product functionality. By coordinating complex operational projects, the Global Senior Director, Operations & Chief of Staff supports the company's commitment to delivering high-quality ingredient solutions while maintaining a strong competitive presence in global markets through disciplined management and strategic oversight.