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Come join me this Friday, March 22, at Future Food-Tech in San Francisco, where I will be delving into Whole Foods Market’s take on 'Optimizing R&D & Innovation through Cross-Sector Collaboration' in a panel with Florian Schattenmann, Robert Scott, Karina Zimerfeld, and Cathy Doucette.    Helena Bottemiller Evich, Founder & Editor-in-Chief, at Food Fix will guide us through a discussion where we will examine:    💡How crucial collaboration is to support the innovation ecosystem and scale technologies that are essential for creating healthy, tasty, and sustainable food 💡How companies are optimizing their internal and external R&D strategies by collaborating with other players from across the value chain 💡Innovations that can enable corporates to become more nimble, and what partnerships are necessary for start-ups to effectively scale and reach commercialization 💡Holistic approaches that need to be taken to ensure that the food-tech sector continues to innovate and grow I look forward to sharing my insights and for the chance to engage in this meaningful conversation. Learn more about the event here: https://lnkd.in/g2eeeSVj #FutureFoodTech 

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🍽️ Join us for a Celebration of Local Food and Drink in Bristol! 🎉 📅 Date: 1st Feb 2024 🕒 Time: 18:00 - 20:00 📍 Venue: Future Leap, BS7 8AA Arguably one of Future Leap Network team's favorite event of the year. In collaboration with YTKO GROUP LIMITED, we invite you to a FREE event celebrating the vibrant world of local food and drink businesses in Bristol. This evening is dedicated to recognizing the achievements of our culinary entrepreneurs while highlighting the importance of sustainable practices. 👩🍳 What to Expect: ✅ Tastings: Explore a variety of stalls offering delectable tastings from local favorites, including Pieminister, Salha, CEYLON COLD STORES PLC, Beyond, Lost and Grounded Brewers Ltd, Hobbs House Bakery - Certified B Corporation, Harvest Shop, Veglife, Bristol Food Network CIC and Restore. ✅ Business Insights: Gain firsthand insights and tips from successful entrepreneurs. Whether you're starting a venture, aiming for growth, or simply love food, this event provides practical guidance and inspiration. ✅ Panel Discussion: Don't miss our engaging panel discussion featuring local food thought leaders. Dive into conversations about sustainability, business triumphs, and community-driven initiatives. ✅ Networking: Connect with like-minded individuals passionate about the culinary world. 🌍 Focus on Sustainability: Learn from experiences and take away strategies for a more sustainable future. This event is not just about food; it's about fostering a community that values passion, innovation, and eco-friendly practices. So if you fancy hearing more about sustainability in the food sector in Bristol get your ticket at the link below: https://shorturl.at/hmJK6 #BristolFoodCelebration #LocalBusiness #Sustainability #CommunityEvent #FoodandDrink

💡 "Innovation and unique relationships are our keys to success." - David Wakeley, Consultant Strategic Advisor/CFO at A Glass of. 🍷 A Glass of® marks its territory in the indie drinks movement, not by following the big beverage playbook of acquisitions but by fostering unique relationships and embracing innovative practices. With proprietary packaging technology and a strategic focus on disrupting traditional wine offerings, A Glass Of® is setting new benchmarks for quality and uniqueness in the market. This positions them as a compelling opportunity for investors looking for groundbreaking ventures in the food and beverage sector. Ready to uncork the potential with A Glass of® for your portfolio? 💥 Open to Wholesale and pre-approved investors, with a minimum investment of $5,000! Uncork the potential with A Glass of® for your portfolio 🚀 Invest now or find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/41cXYkh Always consider the offer document before investing. #VentureCrowd #FoodTech #Wineinnovation

Every day, we're hearing about the triumphs and challenges in the food & beverage industry. It's tough out there, but the passion for bringing good food to people's plates keeps founders going. One of the great things about our affiliation with 6 Seeds is their ability to bring innovative, data-driven strategies to growth-minded food businesses... And it’s not just about data and numbers. It’s about understanding the story behind your brand, the heart of your products, and how these connect with today's consumer. If 6 Seeds isn't on your radar, they need to be. Led by industry veterans Kate Burns and Andreas Düss, this consultancy is already making waves in the food & beverage sector. If you're a food business looking to grow, and you haven't met Kate and Andreas yet, link with them...or better yet, get a meeting in your calendar! Here are 3 reasons why: 💡 Innovation and Brand Consultancy: Imagine speeding up your market entry and enhancing your Product-Market Fit (PMF) with insights derived from over 30 billion data points. 🎨 Creative Services: How about developing messaging that doesn’t just speak to your audience but resonates deeply with them? And, something I know that will get the attention of every growth-minded food company... 💰 Ethical Ventures: 6 Seeds loves connecting dynamic companies with investors who can help propel growth. Could your organization be the next big thing investors are looking for? Are you looking to propel your food business to new heights in 2024? 🚀Let's make it happen!

🌟 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 & 𝗕𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀 🌟     Meet TablePointer, the sustainability-tech startup revolutionizing energy efficiency-as-a-service for leading food and beverage enterprises across Asia. With a robust customer base including the top international fast food chains, TablePointer is at the forefront of efficiency and sustainability in the industry. Their innovative approach not only enhances operational efficiency and cost savings, but also unlocks sustainability gains.     🤔 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙚: Decentralized facilities like food and beverage outlets use 10X more energy per m² versus large buildings and profit margins are affected by energy usage wastages.     💡 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣: TablePointer's Intelligent Energy & Asset Manager optimizes the energy efficiency of equipment, monitors the health of equipment assets, and boosts profitability.     📈 𝙄𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙩: Decarbonizing the 1.9 million food & beverage facilities across Asia, the world's largest and still fastest growing food & beverage market.      🔗 Visit their website here: https://lnkd.in/g4DVTBkV     #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #InvestmentOpportunity #FoodAndBeverage #StartupGrowth #StartupSpotlilght #ENGIEFactory Caroline Guyot | Gilaine Han | Loïc Mulle de Terschueren | Claire Tan | Tim van Vliet | Tae Yoon Song | Jason Tang | Malin Renström | Matthieu Quentin 🌏🌿

Great to see friends in the food & bev space at Bluestein Ventures HQ shortly after announcing their new $45M fund III focused on food tech. I gathered some of the key insights shared on a panel with the following founders; Ragoth Bala, John Hayes, R. J. Hottovy, CFA, and Perteet Spencer moderated by the one and only Ashley Hartman ⬇️ 1. With rising costs, brands like Ayo West African Foods, Blackbird Foods, and The Cumin Club are innovating with alternative proteins and authentic local flavours to offer value through both taste and affordability. 2. Shoppers are increasingly seeking deals, innovative flavors, and new experiences, challenging brands to secure retail shelf space amidst fierce competition. 3. Optimism for 2024 as supply chain enhancements promise better market conditions compared to 2023. 4. Brands must adapt to the changing landscape, where retailers are squeezing margins, and demographic shifts influence market demands. 5. From enhancing marketing efforts to optimizing supply chain visibility, AI offers transformative potential, though it’s still early days for full dependency. 6. Consumers are shifting towards clean, understandable ingredients, but the balance between authenticity and health-consciousness, especially in traditionally rich cuisines is not always easy to solve. #FoodIndustry #Innovation #ConsumerTrends

Chicago: A Flavorful Hub of Food Innovation 🏙️🍔 Chicago is redefining the future of food! 💥 From its storied meatpacking roots to today's cutting-edge startups, the Windy City is a breeding ground for culinary creativity. With a perfect blend of rich food industry history, top-notch talent, and a strong focus on sustainability, Chicago is leading the way in food innovation. 🌱🧪 Imagine plant-based wonders that rival meat, or personalized nutrition guided by AI! That's just a taste of what's cooking in Chicago's dynamic food scene. 🤯 Whether you're a foodie, investor, or just curious about the next big thing, Chicago is your destination. 🍽️ https://lnkd.in/g5KbbVht #ChicagoFood #FoodTech #Innovation #FutureFood

Steven Winegar's Perspective on Investors' Predictions for 2024 Steven Winegar, M Eng Winegar, Head of Science at #McWin, shares his insightful perspective on what lies ahead in 2024: "The opportunities we are pursuing most aggressively this quarter are ones where the path to profitability is relatively short, capital needs are limited, and our potential to add unique value as a large-scale restaurant operator is clear." Full article available here: https://lnkd.in/d6_bEK5F #FutureFoodTech #BusinessInsights #Finance2024 #InvestmentStrategy #StevenWinegar #MarketTrends