Understanding customer needs and applying my 35 years of extensive technical expertise in food science to develop solutions to formulation challenges is my biggest passion! I work closely with customers in the U.S., Latin America, and Europe to tailor customer-specific applications that deliver value and cost savings. I have the ability to translate new business opportunities into finished products that customers want, and consumers buy.

I’ve worked in the flavor industry as a product developer and manager for 25 years. Balancing art and science to create great tasting foods and beverages has always been my passion as a product developer. I’m lucky to continue to work with customers while leading an awesome team of scientists and chefs here at Edlong. We are here to help find a great tasting solution to your next challenge.

I am Eric Diaz, a certified flavorist with a deep passion for the science of taste. After earning my certification from the prestigious Society of Flavor Chemists, I’ve dedicated myself to pushing the boundaries of flavor creation. My role at Edlong allows me to craft innovative, high-quality flavor solutions that enhance our customers’ products. I’m proud to contribute to the industry by blending creativity with expertise, ensuring every flavor meets the highest standards of excellence.

I help food stakeholders from startups to CPGs solve complex flavor problems and accelerate innovation within the food space. Through my 15+ years of experience, I’ve gained skills as a food technologist, thought partner, and leader. My clients and team appreciate my collaborative, humanistic approach to problem solving. In an increasingly tech-centric world, I think that human connection is the source of innovation. Through my work, I’ve realized how important it is to be more proactive about inviting stakeholders into conversations around flavor innovation. I’m not working alone, and I don’t want to be thinking alone either.

I hold an MBA in Marketing Management and bring over 20 years of experience shaping the future of the food ingredient industry. My journey spans global leaders in flavor innovation like IFF and Firmenich, as well as powerhouse ingredient companies such as Cargill and Roquette. Today, I serve as Director of Marketing at Edlong Flavors, where I empower a marketing team focused on converting insights into purposeful strategies that elevate Edlong’s role as a global leader in Dairy and non-Dairy Flavor and Taste Technologies.
 
My vision: to elevate marketing beyond campaigns—into a catalyst for growth, innovation, and meaningful change. I thrive on blending foresight with creativity, turning complex challenges into opportunities that inspire teams, empower brands, and deliver impact.