The Rise Of Sustainable Eating

Q1. Could you start by giving us a brief overview of your professional background, particularly focusing on your expertise in the industry?

I spent thirty-two years with The Coca-Cola Company as an analytical chemist supporting product development and ingredient research. My specialty is helping product developers, ingredient researchers, and other company stakeholders achieve their project goals. I provide consultation on analytical chemistry and other technical areas, consistently guiding cross-functional teams to success. I do this by understanding what they need, given my knowledge and experience, as well as my project management and problem-solving skills.

I have a proven track record of outsourcing general inquiries and stability studies to external laboratories, as well as consulting on competitive product analysis, formula validation, method development, and research support. I am driven by a sense of personal accountability and committed to creating a culture of excellence, quality, service, and profitability. I am successful because of my ability to stay focused on what will deliver the needed results.

Q2. What are the major product innovation trends shaping the F&B industry today—are they more consumer-driven, tech-enabled, or regulatory-led?

I see the primary trend as "clean label," where people are looking for products without artificial ingredients that…