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About Us

      Cactus IFT unites food industry professionals from ingredients to R&D to manufacturing. We promote food technology and offer benefits for students and seasoned pros. Join us for engaging networking events held several times a year, featuring speakers, tours, and our annual food industry expo! Our events foster local connections and industry involvement. Anyone passionate about the food industry is welcome to join Cactus IFT and participate in our dynamic community!

       

Recipient of 2025 IFT Impact Award! See PRESS RELEASE

Meet Our Board

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Kaylah Farina

Past-Chair 

& New Member Chair

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Ricky Singh

Ricky Singh

Chair

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Venky Narayanaswamy

Chair-Elect

& Suppliers Night Committee Head

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Lorraine Hansen

Treasurer

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Austin Marshall

Secretary

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Sandy Almendarez

Director at Large

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Christina Wessel

Director-at-Large

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Gina Benninger

Suppliers Night Committee Head

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Janine Neal

Marketing & Communications Chair

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Arianne Law

Student Liaison

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Boat on a Lake

Open Position

New Mexico Member Liaison

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