For better plant protein
We believe that consumers and formulators alike deserve high quality plant protein. So, we’re uprooting the food and beverage industry’s perception of plant-based proteins by producing ingredients that exceed standards for purity, solubility, taste, and more.
Committed to solving functional challenges and dedicated to overcoming taste and mouthfeel issues, we’re delivering a better plant protein, but we’re not stopping there.
We’re delivering a better way to experience the plant-based world.
From dairy and meat alternatives, to baked goods and beverages, and beyond – our research and development team at Merit see countless application possibilities and treat each one as an opportunity to serve our partners and their consumers better.
At Merit Functional Foods, we’re making plant protein, pure and simple.
OUR COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainably sourced
plant protein.
Did you know that where your plant protein is sourced and made has a significant impact on carbon footprint?
At Merit Functional Foods, we’re committed to sustainability and improved outcomes for our planet. That’s why we’re working so tirelessly to develop plant proteins that can change the way the world’s consumers get their protein—a necessary nutrient.
We strive to create high-quality proteins, carefully produced and extracted from Canadian-sourced peas and canola, that can feed the world and improve the life of our planet and our planet’s people.
Our Innovative Team of Experts
Ryan Bracken
Co-CEO
Ryan Bracken
Co-CEO
Ryan has over 18 years of experience in food manufacturing, most recently as VP of Innovation at Manitoba Harvest. He previously led the financing, development, and commissioning of Hemp Oil Canada’s 40,000-square foot facility.
Barry Tomiski
Co-CEO
Barry Tomiski
Co-CEO
With over 30 years of experience in the food industry, Barry most recently led Manitoba Harvest as COO. He has previous sales and operational leadership roles at Cargill and Maple Leaf Foods.
Dustin Cosgrove
Vice President of Sales
Dustin Cosgrove
Vice President of Sales
Dustin has over 11 years of sales leadership experience within food industry, specializing in protein ingredient solutions (dairy and plant-based) for food, beverage, and nutrition companies globally.
Tara Kozlowich
Vice President of Marketing
Tara Kozlowich
Vice President of Marketing
Tara has over 16 years of experience in consumer packaged goods, specializing in Natural Product Marketing. She most recently held senior-level marketing roles at Sol Cuisine and Manitoba Harvest.
Dan Kraft
Vice President of Operations
Dan Kraft
Vice President of Operations
Ryan has over 18 years of experience in food manufacturing, most recently as VP of Innovation at Manitoba Harvest. He previously led the financing, development, and commissioning of Hemp Oil Canada’s 40,000-square foot facility.
Chris McLeod
Director of Finance
Chris McLeod
Director of Finance
Chris has 30 years of experience in the agriculture industry, the last 5 in feed manufacturing with Trouw Nutrition Canada and prior to that 10 years in food manufacturing with Richardson Oilseed. During his career he has had senior-level roles in Finance, IT and Operations.
Jeff Casper
Technical Advisor
Jeff Casper
Technical Advisor
Jeff has 20 years of experience in product and ingredient development and commercialization. His experience has spanned from grain-based food and beverage to sweeteners, fats and oils, and dairy.
Lisa Baldwin, CPHR
Director of People, Culture and Safety
Lisa Baldwin, CPHR
Director of People, Culture and Safety
Lisa has over 10 years of strategic Human Resources leadership. She’s a business partner to senior leadership in matters of employee relations, talent management, and development, culture, and talent acquisition.
Proud Members of
Plant-Based Foods of Canada
Plant Based Foods Association
Protein Industries Canada
Let’s grow together.
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