Date: Thursday, October 3, 2024
Location: Mauritskazerne, Foodvalley NL, Ede
Time: 2-5pm, followed by networking + drinks
 
Together with Invest International, we are delighted to invite you to an event all about the challenges of the commercialization of alternative proteins. 

We are excited to invite you to an exclusive event focused on the challenges and opportunities of commercializing alternative proteins. Co-hosted by Invest International and Invest-NL, this event is designed for companies in the alternative protein sector to connect, collaborate, and learn from the industry.

What can you expect?

The afternoon will begin with two keynote speakers: Nikolaas Vles, Chief Executive Officer of NIZO, and Wim Hilbrands the CEO of Olatein, dsm firmenich, who will share their insights on innovation and elaborate on their role in the commercialization landscape in the alternative protein industry. This will be followed by an engaging panel discussion featuring industry experts from Schouten, Protix, Jamael Food Group, and Revyve, who will share their insights and experiences on how startups and corporates can best collaborate to drive commercialization. Panelists will share their lessons learned from real-world partnerships, offering practical advice on overcoming common challenges and creating win-win scenarios for both sides.

Key themes to be explored include:

• How to effectively bridge the gap between the agility of startups and the resources of large corporations
• Strategies for building sustainable, long-term partnerships
• Real-life examples of successful collaborations and key takeaways for future projects

We will end the afternoon with networking opportunities with peers and industry leaders over drinks.

This is your chance to gain valuable insights, connect with key players in the industry, and uncover actionable strategies for advancing your business in the alternative protein space. We hope you’ll join us as we get to the meat of it!