In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Kathy Gross from Kansas State University shares essential career insights from her journey through the pet food industry. She highlights key leadership lessons, collaboration strategies, and advice for emerging scientists navigating professional growth. Discover how to thrive in pet food science, listen now on all major platforms!

"You can't be an island in a company. Collaboration in all its different forms is absolutely a critical skill."

Meet the guest: Dr. Kathy Gross earned her Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition from Kansas State University and previously led global R&D at Hill's Pet Nutrition. Now an Adjunct Professor at Kansas State, she focuses on pet nutrition science, companion animal health, and clinical studies. Her multi-species expertise and background in nutrition strategy guide her consulting work in pet food innovation.

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What will you learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:14) Introduction
• (02:28) Career progression
• (05:23) Collaboration in companies
• (07:51) Interpersonal skills
• (12:01) Team disagreements
• (18:52) Mentorship in pet food
• (26:19) Final Questions

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