While this video is designed for newcomers to the industry, it also serves as a great primer for veterans. We’ll delve into topics always top of mind, including food safety, supply chain challenges and best practices for working with a co-packer. Expect, as always, experts discussing emerging trends, plus a case study of a successful CPG brand to learn from their experiences.   

Those who watch will gain valuable insights such as:   

• Navigating a rather complex supply chain, including working with co-packers and ingredient manufacturers.   

• Understanding color, flavor and texture, and how to formulate with the right combination.   
• Learning the ins and outs of food safety, and the regulation that impacts food and beverage manufacturing.   

Timing:   

0:00:00-0:04:00 – Introduction  

0:04:00-0:31:00– Food safety/sanitation: Dr. Angela Anandappa, president and CEO, Alliance for Advanced Sanitation   

0:31:00-0:59:00– AI and other technological advances: Riana Lynn, CEO, Journey Foods   

0:59:00-1:26:00– Clean label ingredients: Webb Girard, senior director of R&D, CuliNEX   

1:26:00-1:50:00– Sustainability: Udi Lazimy, founder and principal, Lazimy Regenerative Impact Partners   

1:50:00-2:16:00– Supply chain challenges: Mohammad Salehi, owner and CEO, Heray Spice   

2:16:00-2:50:00– Navigating co-packers, success story: Matt Rink, co-founder and VP of sales, Every Body Eat®   

2:50:00-3:11:00 Q&A with all speakers  

Summary:  

If you’re new to food and beverage, the best way to master the basics, get up to speed and future-proof your food and beverage journey is to learn from industry experts. This video covers everything from navigating the supply chain to mastering food safety, with insights from successful brands and emerging trends.