12/9/2021 |
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
| Open to All Attendees!
Opening Keynote - Growth of the Plant-Based Industry
MODERATOR
SPEAKERS
Description
Much has evolved in the plant-based marketplace since we last gathered for Plant Based World Expo in June of 2019. This panel of industry leading experts and decision makers will highlight the progress and growth of the plant-based category and preview what the future has in store.
Attendees will learn how major retailers, foodservice operators and product manufacturers are evolving their business and the industry as a whole.
12/9/2021 |
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Open to Conference Attendees Only
Hottest Trends of 2021
MODERATOR
Elysabeth Alfano
Founder, Plant Powered Consulting
Founder, Plant Powered Consulting
SPEAKERS
Bridget Goldschmidt
Managing Editor, Progressive Grocer
Managing Editor, Progressive Grocer
Juan Martinez
Global Product Line Manager, JBT Corporation
Global Product Line Manager, JBT Corporation
Kory Zelickson
CEO, Vejii
CEO, Vejii
Description
This session is for:
Retail buyers, foodservice buyers, manufacturers, investors
Attendees will learn:
-What the data shows about breakout product categories
-Which categories are still ripe for growth
-What new technologies are being utilized in alt protein production
12/9/2021 |
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Open to Conference Attendees Only
Do it Yourself! A Private Label Conversation
MODERATOR
Dan Ochwat
Executive Editor, Store Brands Magazine
Executive Editor, Store Brands Magazine
SPEAKERS
Marcel Goldenberg
Head of Proprietary Pricing, Mintec Global
Head of Proprietary Pricing, Mintec Global
Julie Mann
Chief Innovation Officer, Puris
Chief Innovation Officer, Puris
Description
This session is for:
Retail buyers
Attendees will learn:
-The value of exploring private label for your meat/dairy alternatives
-How to effectively source private label ingredients
-How to get customers excited about private label products
12/9/2021 |
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Open to Conference Attendees Only
E-Commerce - The Future and How We Get There
MODERATOR
Brandon Leong
SVP of Marketing and Growth, RangeMe
SVP of Marketing and Growth, RangeMe
SPEAKERS
David Benzaquen
Founder, PlantBelly.com
Founder, PlantBelly.com
Description
This session is for:
Retail buyers, manufacturers
Attendees will learn:
-How the retail landscape has shifted since 2020
-How leading retailers are approaching Ecommerce
-The opportunities and challenge of online sales
12/9/2021 |
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Open to Conference Attendees Only
Merchandising: A Total Store Strategy
SPEAKERS
Julie Emmett
Senior Director Retail Partnerships, Plant Based Foods Association
Senior Director Retail Partnerships, Plant Based Foods Association
Description
This session is for:
Retail buyers, manufacturers
Attendees will learn:
-How leading retailers are merchandising plant-based offerings
-What creative strategies brands are utilizing
-How to effectively merchandise to your unique audience
12/9/2021 |
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
| Open to All Attendees!
World Plant Based Awards Presentation
Description
Now in their second year, The World Plant-Based Awards are a celebration of innovation and excellence across the plant-based food and drink industry. These awards celebrate plant-based excellence and innovation from around the world, across 15 different categories. Join us to find out who this year’s lucky winners and finalists are!
12/9/2021 |
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
| Open to All Attendees!
Networking Reception in the Exhibit Hall
Description
Unwind from a busy day and stroll through the aisles to take in the latest in plant-based products and solutions. Enjoy a drink and network with colleagues and exhibitors during this casual event in the Exhibit Hall.
12/10/2021 |
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
| Open to All Attendees!
Friday Keynote
Description
This keynote will be announced in October. Please check back then for more information.
12/10/2021 |
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Open to Conference Attendees Only
Menu Makeover Live!
MODERATOR
SPEAKERS
James Corwell
Certified Master Chef, BlueDot Int.
Certified Master Chef, BlueDot Int.
Ilana Braverman
Director of Outreach, Farm Forward and Better Food Foundation
Director of Outreach, Farm Forward and Better Food Foundation
Description
This session is for:
Foodservice buyers, restaurant professionals
Attendees will learn:
-How plant-based foods are helping foodservice leaders offset supply chain issues head-on
-How plant-based staples can help transform your menu
-How to make your new plant-based menu sound as good as it tastes
-Tips on how to tailor your plant-based menu to your core audience
-How your plant-based menu will help support your ESG goals
12/10/2021 |
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Open to Conference Attendees Only
The Meaning of Clean Label - Communicating with the Empowered Consumer
MODERATOR
SPEAKERS
Jonathan Deutsch
Professor, Dept of Food and Hospitality Management and Director, Drexel Food Core Lab, Drexel University
Professor, Dept of Food and Hospitality Management and Director, Drexel Food Core Lab, Drexel University
Adam Grogan
COO, Greenleaf Foods
COO, Greenleaf Foods
Alison Rabshnuk
Director of Business Development Plant Protein, Kerry
Director of Business Development Plant Protein, Kerry
Description
This session is for:
Retail buyers, foodservice buyers, manufacturers
Attendees will learn:
- Why all "Clean Labels" are not made equal
- Why a true clean label makes a difference to consumers
- How to ensure a clean label tastes delicious
12/10/2021 |
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Open to Conference Attendees Only
Case Study: Transforming New York City with Plantega
SPEAKERS
Nil Zacharias
Co-Founder & CEO, Plantega
Co-Founder & CEO, Plantega
Rachel Atcheson
Assistant to the President, Office of Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams
Assistant to the President, Office of Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams
Description
Plantega is on a mission to transform the food landscape in New York City and make it more accessible, equitable and plant-forward. This case study will explore how Plantega blends the latest plant-based food innovations with decentralized, local distribution via a unique community-powered food systems solution.
Attendees with learn:
-How Plantega is improving access to plant-based foods around NYC.
-How to create an alternative/value-added distribution model that empowers independent local businesses.
-Why local/regional community-based solutions are critical in designing a more sustainable and equitable food system.
12/10/2021 |
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Open to Conference Attendees Only
What Motivates the Flexitarian Consumer?
MODERATOR
Nova Sayers
VP of Growth & Innovation, HowGood
VP of Growth & Innovation, HowGood
SPEAKERS
Jaime Athos
President & CEO, Tofurky
President & CEO, Tofurky
Description
This session is for:
Retail buyers, foodservice buyers, manufacturers, investors
Attendees will learn:
-How flexitarian consumers motivated by health
-How flexitarian consumers are motivated by sustainability
-How work these benefits into your offerings and communicate them to your customers
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