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About - VIP
Building on the success of our Rotterdam debut, Food Matters Live will return to the Ahoy Convention Centre on 22-23 September.
The event will bring together hundreds of Europe's innovators and product developers, technical managers, food innovators, and nutritionists across brands, manufacturers, retailers, QSRs and foodservice, including start-ups and scale-ups.
Your VIP pass will give you access to:
- Tastes of Better, our lead partner showcases where VIP guests can connect consumer trends with tangible solutions, meet technical experts, and discover the tastes and technologies inspiring the future of product development.
- 4 Main Stages featuring industry-leading speakers presenting:
- Insights & Trends
- Future of Positive Nutrition
- NEW Strategic Role of Ingredients in Food Service - exploring how ingredient decisions influence menus, differentiation and loyalty, and why they are powerful signals of quality, values and relevance when eating out.
- NEW The Flavour and Colour Lab - showcasing how flavour, colour, texture, and aroma shapes products, drives enjoyment, and supports clean-label and functional design.
- NPD Discovery Roundtables covering industry-leading topics and challenges to discuss and share ideas within a closed group.
- NPD Discovery Zone, featuring start-ups and scale-ups developing tomorrow’s ingredients, technologies, and NPD services.
- The Discovery Theatre, the heart of the NPD Zone, hosting lively 30-minute demonstrations where you can taste, test and explore the practical applications.
- Food Matters Exchange, providing access to private, pre-scheduled meetings with key partners, suppliers, and peers.
- A networking lunch.
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Event Agenda
18:00 to 19:00
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Sarah Johnson
Head of Global Marketing, BrightWave Media Group
Sarah Johnson
Head of Global Marketing, BrightWave Media Group
Sarah Johnson is a results-driven marketing strategist and brand storyteller with over a decade of experience in helping global brands connect with their audiences through data-driven campaigns and creative innovation. Her expertise spans digital marketing, customer experience, and content strategy, with a strong focus on building meaningful brand engagement in the digital age. Sarah is passionate about empowering teams to blend creativity with analytics to deliver measurable business impact.
09:00 to 19:00
Sample: Future of Artificial Intelligence
Dr. Allison Martinez
Chief AI Ethics Officer, NeuroLink Labs
Dr. Allison Martinez
Chief AI Ethics Officer, NeuroLink Labs
Dr. Allison Martinez is an accomplished researcher and thought leader in artificial intelligence and human-computer interaction. With over 12 years of experience in academia and industry, she has contributed to groundbreaking work in ethical AI, machine learning interpretability, and user-centered design. Dr. Martinez is passionate about ensuring technology serves humanity responsibly—bridging the gap between innovation and ethical impact. She frequently speaks at international conferences and advises organizations on building trustworthy AI systems.
09:00 to 19:00
Sample: Blockchain Beyond Cryptocurrency
09:00 to 19:00
Sample: Smart Cities and IoT
Mark Anderson
Director of Digital Innovation, TechNova Solutions
Mark Anderson
Director of Digital Innovation, TechNova Solutions
In this session, Mark Anderson will share insights on how organizations can accelerate their digital transformation journey by embracing AI-driven automation and data intelligence. He’ll discuss real-world use cases, key challenges, and proven strategies that empower teams to innovate faster and stay competitive in an ever-evolving tech landscape.
Meet Our Speakers
Mark Anderson
Director of Digital Innovation, TechNova Solutions
READ BIOMark Anderson
TechNova Solutions
In this session, Mark Anderson will share insights on how organizations can accelerate their digital transformation journey by embracing AI-driven automation and data intelligence. He’ll discuss real-world use cases, key challenges, and proven strategies that empower teams to innovate faster and stay competitive in an ever-evolving tech landscape.
Dr. Allison Martinez
Chief AI Ethics Officer, NeuroLink Labs
READ BIODr. Allison Martinez
NeuroLink Labs
Dr. Allison Martinez is an accomplished researcher and thought leader in artificial intelligence and human-computer interaction. With over 12 years of experience in academia and industry, she has contributed to groundbreaking work in ethical AI, machine learning interpretability, and user-centered design. Dr. Martinez is passionate about ensuring technology serves humanity responsibly—bridging the gap between innovation and ethical impact. She frequently speaks at international conferences and advises organizations on building trustworthy AI systems.
Sarah Johnson
Head of Global Marketing, BrightWave Media Group
READ BIOSarah Johnson
BrightWave Media Group
Sarah Johnson is a results-driven marketing strategist and brand storyteller with over a decade of experience in helping global brands connect with their audiences through data-driven campaigns and creative innovation. Her expertise spans digital marketing, customer experience, and content strategy, with a strong focus on building meaningful brand engagement in the digital age. Sarah is passionate about empowering teams to blend creativity with analytics to deliver measurable business impact.
Event Sponsors
TechNova Solutions
TechNova Solutions is a global leader in cloud infrastructure and enterprise software. As a Platinum Sponsor, TechNova supports innovation by empowering organizations with cutting-edge AI and automation tools that drive digital transformation across industries.
Omnex Connect
Omnex Connect delivers seamless communication infrastructure for large-scale digital events. Their sponsorship powers reliable connectivity and meaningful interactions among attendees, exhibitors, and speakers alike.
HelixCore Technologies
HelixCore Technologies leads the charge in next-generation analytics, automation, and data security. Their role as Innovation Partner reflects their passion for redefining what’s possible through intelligent systems.
Lunaris Digital
Lunaris Digital crafts immersive digital ecosystems for enterprises seeking innovation at scale. As the Gold Sponsor, they champion creativity, technology, and collaboration across the global tech landscape.
Aureon Dynamics
Aureon Dynamics pioneers intelligent automation platforms that blend data, design, and decision-making. Their Platinum Sponsorship underscores their mission to empower industries with smarter, faster, and more sustainable technologies.
Verdantia Labs
Verdantia Labs develops eco-smart technologies that connect innovation with sustainability. As the Bronze Sponsor, they promote responsible tech design and environmentally conscious innovation.
QuantumEdge Solutions
QuantumEdge Solutions develops advanced software and infrastructure systems designed to enhance performance, scalability, and security. As the Technology Partner, they bring cutting-edge innovation and technical expertise that power the digital backbone of the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
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