With over two decades of leadership in R&D and Quality, Mayank Singh joined Insignia in 2023 following the acquisition of Yucatan from Curation Foods. At Curation, Mayank was instrumental in driving innovation for the “O Olive” Olive oils & vinegars, and “Yucatan” and “Cabo Fresh” guacamole brands. He led the commercialization of Insignia’s groundbreaking squeeze guacamole products – the only ones of their kind on the market and several craft salsas under 505SW brand. Additionally, he helped qualify High-Pressure Processing (HPP) on Yucatan’s guacamole lines, enhancing food safety and extending shelf life without compromising on fresh flavor.

Before joining Insignia and Curation Foods, Mayank led R&D team for Global markets at Conagra Brands, where he played a pivotal role in driving product innovation across multiple categories worldwide. At Leprino Foods, he further distinguished himself by receiving several patents for his work in Dairy science. His academic achievements include winning several Product Development competitions while pursuing a M.S. in Food Science/Chemical Engineering at Cornell University.

Outside of R&D lab, Mayank is an avid road cyclist and scuba diver, exploring both land and sea with equal passion. He’s married with two teenage sons.