Discover the evolving landscape of plant-based proteins in this webinar where industry experts will uncover the latest innovations, consumer trends and strategies to address the challenges of taste, texture and shelf life of plant-based protein products.
According to Innova Market Insights, one in four consumers are willing to consume 100 percent plant-based alternatives because they bring variety to their diets. Consumers are demanding new solutions to increase the range of plant-based products currently on the market.
Over the last few years of the plant-based boom, many manufacturers have tried to bring innovation to the space but have struggled with texture, taste and shelf life. This webinar will address the main challenges of plant-protein product selection, consumer preferences and will have an exclusive deep dive into one of the most innovative proteins on the market – ChickP Chickpea Protein Isolate, the only 90 percent isolate chickpea available.
The featured speakers will also provide real-life insights and knowledge into formulating with plant-based protein by sharing market information, formulation advice and cutting-edge concept ideas.
Register for this webinar today to explore the future of plant-based proteins and learn how to overcome the common challenges of taste, texture and shelf life for these products.
Speakers
Jodi Torres, Strategic Marketing Manager, Brenntag Food & Nutrition
Jodi Torres is the Strategic Marketing Manager, Brenntag Food & Nutrition in North America. With a focus on savory, dairy and plant-based foods, Jodi evaluates category market trends and helps to align with key ingredients and suppliers to build the high-quality ingredient portfolio that provides a better solution for our customers.
Jodi has worked in the Food & Nutrition industry for over 25 years. A sales leader at Akzo-Nobel, Rhodia and DSM Nutritional, she has a keen insight into customer expectations and trends in food and nutrition. Jodi joined the Brenntag’s Business Development and Strategic Marketing team in March 2023.
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Marly Sumayong, BSc, Application Lab & Technical Manager, Brenntag Food & Nutrition
Marly Sumayong has completed her BSc in Food Science & Nutrition and is an Application & Technical Manager of Innovation and Applications at Brenntag Food & Nutrition in North America. She leads the Canadian Innovation & Application Centers in North America, focusing on dairy and dairy alternative applications.
Recently, she’s been working with functional ingredients to create various plant-based products: fluid dairy alternative, vegan cheese, vegan yogurt and vegan frozen desserts. Her 20+ years of experience in the food industry encompasses technical and commercial aspects of R&D: innovation and creation of new product development, technical services, formulation, troubleshooting and pilot plant trials. She also focuses on clean-label solutions to support the market’s health and wellness trend.
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Asim Syed, Sr. Director Innovation and Applications Services, Brenntag Food & Nutrition
Asim Syed is the Senior Director of Innovation and Applications, Brenntag Food & Nutrition in North America. His team of technical experts helps food CPG companies develop healthier, nutritious and sustainable products by aiding in product development, texture enhancement and ingredient selection. Asim is a food industry veteran having led research and development teams at Unilever, Land O’ Lakes, ConAgra Foods, Dow Food Solutions and Beyond Meat.
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This webinar will appeal to:
- Plant-based meat manufacturers
- Plant-based protein ingredient suppliers
- Institutional and commercial food service operators
- Investors interested in food systems change and/or alternative proteins
- Sourcing Buyer/Purchasing Agent
- Director of R&D/Technical R&D
- R&D Manager
- Research Manager
What You Will Learn
Attendees will learn about:
- Different plant-based proteins currently available on the market, including soy, pea and chickpea
- Specific challenges and opportunities associated with each type of plant-based protein
- Concepts illustrating where each plant-based protein excels
- Optimal applications in food manufacturing and product development and how they can be effectively utilized in various culinary contexts and product formulations
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Brenntag
Brenntag is the global market leader in full-line range of chemical and ingredient products and value-added services. More than 17,700 employees provide tailor-made application, marketing and supply chain solutions. Their full-line portfolio comprises specialty and industrial chemicals and ingredients of a world-class supplier base. Building on their long-standing experience, unmatched global reach and local excellence, they work closely alongside their partners to make their business more successful. Brenntag operates a unique global network with about 600 locations in 72 countries.
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