Evolve Food Consultants

Evolve Food Consultants is dedicated to supporting food and beverage brands with a meaningful purpose. Our operational experience allows us to craft the perfect solution for your project. 
Check out our website at www.evolvefoodconsultants.com and be sure to reach out!

Founder / Food and Beverage CPG Consultant

Craize Snacks

As a Strategic Operations Advisor at Craize, I specialize in the creation and implementation of the entire supply chain strategy, along with budgeting, cogs optimization, and supporting the S&OP process, working closely with the internal team for a seamless execution. I also bring expertise in executing end-to-end product innovation pipelines from concept to commercialization to drive growth and success.

Strategic Advisor

In my position as a COO, I directed end-to-end management of establishing a second manufacturing facility, while overseeing all functions of manufacturing sites, significantly improving productivity and reducing COGS (most notably direct labor expenses and raw material costs).
I provided extensive support in budgeting and forecasting process, which include P&L modeling and S&OP.
I strategically devised and executed operational strategies during critical monitoring of day-to-day business operations.

Chief Operating Officer

R&D Director

Lakewood Organic Juices

Coordinated with cross-functional teams to formulate and implement new processes and procedures to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs within the company. 
Applauded for reducing operational expenses through utilization of alternative sources and reformulation of products in collaboration with procurement team.
Attained FSSC 22000 (GFSI) certification and organic certification through complex accountability of 100% of products.

VP of Compliance and Product Developer

Regulatory Compliance and Logistics 

Mr. Greens Produce, Bento Sushi, Tony Roma's Venezuela, Cold Pressed Raw

Consultant, Food Scientist and MBA

University of Florida

Food Microbiology Laboratory Research Assistant

ABC Research

Quality Lab Technician

USDA- ARS- WRRC

Processed Foods Research Intern

Esther is a self-driven and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in CPG operations, continuous improvement, food safety, quality, supply chain management, regulatory compliance and R&D. 

She brings a deep understanding of the food and beverage manufacturing industry and leverages her skills to optimize operations and achieve strategic objectives. 

Esther is a creative problem solver who consistently delivers projects on time and within budget, ensuring successful outcomes. With over 14 years in regulatory compliance and operations, she employs a lean approach to limit risk and establish creative strategies to optimize business operations and increase profitability. 

Esther is committed to making a positive impact in the food and beverage sector. 

MBA  |  B.S. Food Science and Human Nutrition  |  Operations Expert  |  Supply Chain Optimizer  |  Regulatory Compliance | Product Developer  |  HACCP |  HARPC |  FSMA Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) | Food Safety and Quality ServSafe® Instructor and Proctor | SQF Practitioner | FSPCA International Adulteration Food Defense Plan Preparation and Reanalysis | IOIA NOP Processing Standards

Today starts Yom Kippur, often called the Day of Atonement. But if you know me, you know I’m not very religious. I see myself as more traditional and spiritual.

For me, Yom Kippur is MUCH MORE than atonement. More than asking for forgiveness for what’s been done, it’s about becoming a BETTER human. Every mistake, error, or harm is an opportunity for GROWTH and REPAIR, not just atonement.

So whether you observe Yom Kippur or not, I hope today you take a moment to REFLECT not only on the past but also ON THE FUTURE. 

In our hectic and fast paced lives, let's remember to treat others the way we'd like to be treated. And even to care for ourselves the way we’d like to be cared for and treated. It starts with us, and when we choose kindness and empathy, these good deeds (aka mitzvahs) have a ripple effect and multiply, transforming the world in ways we may not even imagine.

Fasting for a day is a powerful reminder of how simple our needs really are. We forget just how basic it is: we need Food, Water and Care. That's it.

Last but not least, I also want to thank you for being such an incredible community. Growing my LinkedIn network these past few years has been a true joy. Thank you for the connections and great conversations. 

Now, I’m off the grid for a day, so please behave 🙂 and don't do anything too crazy! And for anyone fasting, remember to drink plenty of water today and to have an easy, meaningful fast. Let’s reset our minds and bodies for a better future. 

Xoxo,
Esther

Esther Levy

CPG Services | From Idea to Launch | COO | Operations Optimizer | Ready to Evolve? Email us at hello@evolvefoodconsultants.com 🔎#AskAFoodScientist 🎗️

Best in class manufacturers are NOT (imo) selected based on their size, costs, or even their SQF certification score. 

There’s one main attribute that truly distinguishes the BEST from the OKAY: 
📣 OPEN COMMUNICATION.

This means, for example:
📌 Transparency with documents and programs
📌 Disclosing all product and production records
📌 Picking up the phone when something seems off on the production floor
📌 Relentlessly inviting you to visit for an on-site audit, and especially during your own production
📌 Having ongoing meetings on how/ what can be improved

Manufacturers that show willingness, transparency and communication are the ones that build lasting trust and SUCCESS.

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