Rick Matulis

Biography

Since joining SugarCreek in 2008 as director of research and development, Matulis has played a key role in developing new products and implementing new technologies as the rapidly growing company has become a widely diversified and highly respected food co-manufacturer. With over 25 years of experience in food processing and ingredients science, Matulis has worked with flavoring and seasoning suppliers to create authentic flavor profiles that resulted in successful new product launches for SugarCreek customers. He also is responsible for transferring product manufacturing specifications and processing technology from customers to SugarCreek’s plant operations for seamless co-manufacturing. Prior to joining SugarCreek, Matulis was senior food scientist for Givaudan Flavors. In this role, he was a project leader for the global applications technology and food applications groups where he directed over a dozen projects that implemented new ingredients and technologies for flavor systems. Previously, Matulis was research and development manager and senior food scientist for Bil Mar Foods, a division of Sara Lee Corp. He also served as an assistant animal scientist at the University of Illinois. The author of numerous articles and technical papers in leading food industry journals, Matulis holds a doctorate in animal science from the University of Illinois, a master’s degree in animal science from The Ohio State University and a bachelor’s degree in animal science from the University of Connecticut.

Research Interest

Business