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Bringing you a compilation of the biggest trends facing the industry from some of the most knowledgeable industry leaders, recorded live at IFE Manufacturing, part of Food, Drink & Hospitality Week 2026.
Why 'Banging in Some Beans' makes good business sense...
Bold Bean Co and the Food Foundation led an in-depth discussion on the power of beans as one of the most versatile and fibre-rich ingredients in the modern diet. The session highlighted the “Bang in Some Beans” campaign, exploring how it was raising awareness of the nutritional, environmental, and culinary benefits of beans, while examining how brands, retailers, and OOH companies were championing them through food innovation, category disruption, and growth-focused strategies.
Moderator:
- Rebecca Tobi, Head of Business Transformation - Food Foundation
Speakers:
- Alex Haldane - Bold Bean
- Louisa Brunt, Senior Nutritionist - Marks & Spencer
- Sarah Healey, Senior Company Nutritionist - Mitchells & Butlers
EAT-Lancet explained: What does it mean for real-world food businesses?
Mike Barry (Planetary Alliance) and Dr Alex Hyde (Flourish Food Science) led a solutions-focused discussion on building a healthier, more sustainable, and just food system, sharing practical steps that could drive meaningful change across manufacturing, retail, foodservice, and the boardroom.
Moderator:
- Alex Hyde, Directing Food Scientist/Nutritionist - Flourish Food Science
Speaker:
- Mike Barry, Co-Founder - Planeatry Alliance
Feeding the future: How mood-boosting nutrition is shaping innovation
As customers increasingly looked for foods that supported both body and mind, this session explored the growing opportunities for innovation in emotional wellbeing. Specialists in nutrition, culinary design, and supplements discussed how to develop products and experiences that genuinely supported wellbeing, while sharing insights designed to leave attendees feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and inspired.
Moderator:
- Mecca Ibrahim, Co-Founder - Women in The Food Industry
Speakers:
- Helen Snook, Co-Founder - INDI Supplements
- Nicola Moore, Registered Nutritional Therapist - Nicola Moore Nutrition & Wellbeing
- Nureen Glaves, CEO & Founder, Public Health Nutritionist and Chef - Feed Me Good
- Vanessa Marx, Executive Chef - Riverhouse Restaurant, Bingham Riverhouse, Richmond
How plant-based foods are still transforming the industry
What began as grassroots activism and community cooking had grown into a driver of mainstream category growth. Mecca Ibrahim from Women in the Food Industry, alongside pioneers in campaigning, culinary education, and product development, explored how plant-based foods were influencing not only taste, but also ethics and commercial strategy.
Moderator:
- Mecca Ibrahim, Co-Founder - Women in The Food Industry
Speakers:
- Carla Casadei, Co-Founder and Executive Chef - Casadei Foods
- Claire Ogley, Head of Campaigns, Policy and Research - The Vegan Society
- Hannah Carter, Founder and CEO - OGGS
- Sarah Bentley, Campaign Manager, Founder & Ambassador, Author - Made In Hackney, NHS's Plant Based Health Professionals
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