Ash Bhumbla, is Director of Corporate Strategy at International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF). In this role, he is responsible for developing and supervising IFF’s global strategy, leading special projects, and driving M&A strategy. Previously, he served as IFF’s Director of R&D Finance and Strategy, managing investment strategy for IFF’s innovation portfolio. Before IFF, Ash worked at the management consulting firm Marakon on strategy and operations engagements in Consumer Packaged Goods, Biotechnology, Medical Nutrition, and Private Equity. He pursued his B.A. at the University of Pennsylvania and MBA at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School. Beyond work, Ash serves as Executive Vice President of the University of Pennsylvania Alumni Class Board and Board Member at the non-profit House of the Roses.