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Chandrika G. R.

Global Sensory Manager

Region: APAC
Time Zone: GMT + 5:30
Languages: Hindi, English
Qualifications: M.sc., Analytical Chemistry
LinkedIn: Chandrika G. R.

For over 20 years I was an Analyst for United Spirits working in various areas from a Chemist to NPD and Sensory. I started working for FlavorActiV in 2018, taking on a different role of Global Sensory Manager. All my life I trained people on methods, validation and quality control but training for Sensory is totally different. I am very proud to be associated with FlavorActiV as it is so diverse and truly global! I am based in India and responsible for the South West Asian nations. I love travelling and am very lucky to be able to see different places and cultures. Whilst specialising in spirits sensory, I am involved in a wide spectrum of food and beverage sectors.

GET TO KNOW Chandrika G. R.

What's a common myth or misconception about sensory science you'd love to bust?

Common misconception I would say is just because,I drink a certain beverage or eat certain foods does not make us an expert. Sensory is beyond all expectations. It is a continuous learning and can never stop.People think that by doing the evaluation every day is enough has to stop.Every new day brings newer challenges in Sensory.The second common Myth is Sensory is not about the Food and Beverage we consume,It is all around us like even in forming Relationships, Understanding the world around us, Human behaviour -all depends very much on sensory

If you could have any superpower, waht would it be?

Explore the human senses to realize the full potential and communicate with thoughts!!!

What excited you most about your role at FlavorActiV?

I can visit very beautiful places and travel as I love to travel. also meeting new people and engaging them in conversations is definitely very exciting in this role.

What's the most interesting place you've ever visited?

In India -It is DAMAN which has a Black sand Beach which gave me goose bumps and also UGANDA-To have visited the source of the River NILE. Amazing to see the river is the child of the Lake !!!

QUICK FIRE

SWEET OR SAVOURY?

Sweet

WHAT'S YOUR GO TO DRINK?

Water

EARLY BIRD OR NIGHT OWL?

Early Bird

FAVOURITE SEASON?

Monsoon Season

FAVOURITE BOOK OR MOVIE?

Movie- Has to be Hidden Figures for the amazing portrayal of Black Women in NASA and their valuable contribution.

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