Future Leaders Abena Afriyie

Director of Innovation, Molson Coors


Abena Afriyie is a Director of Innovation at Molson Coors Beverage Company, where she leads strategy and innovation for hard seltzers and refreshers.

Prior to joining Molson Coors, Abena held several brand and innovation roles at both Tyson Foods and Kraft Heinz, with notable product launches for brands like Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm and Kraft Salad Dressings and Mayo.

Abena earned her BS in Finance from Bradley University and MBA from University of Wisconsin-Madison.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 boys, Orange Theory Fitness workouts and is very proud of being a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.