Eric Freese MS, PhD
Senior Manager
Responsibilities:
GSSI Digital and Frisco Satellite Laboratory Lead
GSSI Teammate Since:
2018
Area of Expertise:
Exercise physiology, High-intensity interval training, Postprandial lipid metabolism, Phytonutrient supplementation
Education:
BS University of Illinois (Kinesiology), MS University of Georgia (Exercise Physiology), PhD University of Georgia (Exercise Physiology)
Athletic Background:
Multisport high school athlete (basketball, baseball, golf); current high-level amateur golfer; enjoys weight lifting and high-intensity interval exercise
Scientific Background:
Eric is a Senior Manager, as lead of the GSSI satellite laboratory in Frisco, Texas, he is responsible for driving the GSSI Digital Living Labs strategy, leveraging science for consumer personalization, and supporting tech scouting and open innovation for broader personalization goals. Opened in 2018, the satellite laboratory supports the broader GSSI strategy, serving as a lab and field testing hub to answer sport specific questions in hydration and sports nutrition while providing education and service to youth and elite athletes. He completed is master’s and doctorate degrees in exercise physiology at the University of Georgia. Eric joined GSSI in 2018 but has worked at PepsiCo for three and a half years prior with the Nutrition Science team. There, he supported the implementation of nutrition strategies for PepsiCo, developed product guidance, supported ingredient scoping activities, and translated nutrition science. His research background has ranged from assessing metabolic and physiological responses to high-intensity interval training to purported mental and physiological benefits of phytonutrient supplementation. His interests focus on optimizing the recovery period to translate to increased performance capabilities. Currently, he enjoys being active with his wife, playing golf, running, and weight lifting.