Member Event: Nourish: Food and Drink Innovation Conference

1. Jaega Wise – Head Brewer, Broadcaster, Author, Wildcard Brewery
2. Stuart Monk, Simply Roasted
3. Martyn Warner, Omega Ingredients
4. Joe Hill, One Planet Pizza

These esteemed speakers will share their insights and experiences, focusing on key themes of sustainability, inspiration, and taste – pillars that define the future of food and drink innovation. Sustainability takes centre stage: The Nourish: Food and Drink Innovation Conference places a strong emphasis on sustainability, reflecting the industry’s commitment to creating a positive impact. Guest speakers will delve into sustainable practices and how they can be integrated into every aspect of the food and drink production process. Inspiration to drive innovation: Attendees can expect to be inspired by the stories and successes of our guest speakers, who have each played a pivotal role in pushing the boundaries of food and drink innovation. The conference aims to ignite creativity and foster a spirit of innovation among participants. Taste: the heart of innovation: The connection between innovation and taste is undeniable. The conference will explore how cutting-edge technologies, ingredients, and techniques are reshaping the flavour landscape, ensuring that taste remains at the forefront of product development. Unveiling the Food Innovation Cluster’s new branding and membership: In addition to the insightful discussions, the Nourish: Conference will mark the official launch of the Food Innovation Cluster’s new branding and membership scheme. This marks an exciting chapter for the organisation, signalling its commitment to fostering a vibrant and collaborative community within the food and drink industry. Diverse workshop opportunities: Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in two out of four interactive workshops, hosted by experts such as Anglia Capital Group, covering topics such as:

• What is Angel Investment and is it right for your business?
• Investment in free-from food categories: are oligosaccharides the elephant in the room?
• Connecting innovation support for agri, food and drink companies
• Supplying an alternative marketplace: unlocking an additional income stream

The Nourish: Food and Drink Innovation Conference promises to be a transformative experience for food and drink producers, providing them with the knowledge, inspiration, and connections needed to thrive in an ever-evolving industry. Nourish Sponsors: The Nourish: Food and Drink Innovation Conference extends its sincere gratitude to the generous support of its’ sponsors, without whom the event would not be possible.

• UEA
• Paddy & Scott’s
• MENTA
• Connected Innovation
• University of Suffolk

Their support showcases their commitment to the food and drink sector, to the success of the conference and strengthens the foundation for a more innovative and sustainable future for the food and drink industry. For more information, please visit www.nourishconference.eventbrite.co.uk About the Food Innovation Cluster: The Food Innovation Cluster is a dynamic network dedicated to fostering innovation, collaboration, and sustainability within the food and drink industry. With a mission to drive positive change, the cluster provides a platform for industry professionals to connect, learn, and thrive. Press Contact: Charlotte Beach, Marketing and Events Coordinator, [email protected] About the Nourish: Food and Drink Innovation Conference: The Nourish: Food and Drink Innovation Conference is an annual event hosted by the Food Innovation Cluster. It serves as a platform for industry professionals to explore the latest trends, share insights, and connect with like-minded individuals. This year’s conference promises an exciting lineup of speakers, workshops, and the unveiling of the Food Innovation Cluster’s new branding and membership scheme.