Advanced Proteins: Clean, Simple and Consumer Ready

03 Jun 2026
Insights and Trends Theatre
3rd June Session 3: Advanced proteins and upcycled protein innovation

From clean-label formulations and improved taste profiles to sustainability-driven sourcing and enhanced functionality. Designed for NPD teams, marketers and innovation leaders, this session will highlight the biggest opportunities for new product development, consumer engagement and long-term, responsible growth.

  • Sustainability pressures and ethical concerns
  • Regulatory and investor interest in alternative proteins
  • Tech-enabled reinvention
Chairperson
Linus Pardoe
Linus Pardoe, Programme Manager - The Good Food Institute Europe
Speakers
Rafael de Souza Andersen
Rafael de Souza Andersen, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, - The Organic Crave Company
Ed Ayton
Ed Ayton, Sustainability Sourcing Advisor - Abel and Cole
Mark Stavro
Mark Stavro, Global Marketing Director of Protein & Emulsifiers - Bunge