NEW YORK - BostonChron -- FoodNiche Inc, a mission-driven organization that is focused on driving innovation towards a healthier food system through strategic partnership and educative programming, today announced its 7th annual FoodNiche summit will be held in New York City.

Scheduled to take place on May 30th, 2023 on Cornell Tech University Campus, the summit creates a unique opportunity for food industry leaders, innovators, investors,  scientists, policy makers and other industry stakeholders to connect for a full day of insightful conversations.

According to the Chair of the FoodNiche Summit planning committee, Dr. Julia Olayanju: "This is an exciting time in the food industry with increased innovation poised to change the way we eat for generations to come. It is important to prioritize consumer health as we innovate. This is the only way to guarantee that  these innovative food products stand the test of time, and this summit if focused on driving conversations and collaboration to make that happen."

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The 2023 summit, themed Redefining the Future of Food Innovation, is billed to draw the brightest minds in the food industry for thought-provoking conversations, unparalleled networking, learning, and discovery. The growing list of exceptional speakers expected at the summit includes:

• Phillip Demokritou, Ph.D., Henry Rutgers Chair and Professor in Nanoscience and Environmental Engineering -Rutgers University and Director, Harvard Center for Nanotechnology
• Justin Honaman, Head of Retail & Consumer Goods GTM & Head of Food and Beverage, Amazon
• Anne Greven, Strategic Finance Executive and former Global Head of Food & Agribusiness Innovation, Rabobank
• Anabelle Broadbent, Founder and Chief Science Officer , Verde Ops
• Martin Slayne, Ph.D., VP Global Scientific & Regulatory Affairs, Ingredion
• Stu Strumwasser, Managing Partner, Green Circle Partners

The summit agenda includes insightful keynotes and informative panel discussions. There will also be solution spotlights and exhibition sessions where participants can discover and engage with innovative startup companies at the forefront of shaping a healthier and more sustainable food future.

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Prospective participants can learn more about the event and secure their tickets via the summit website. A limited number of partnership and exhibition opportunities are also available for food brands and startups to showcase their products and demonstrate thought leadership at the event. Partnership and exhibition inquiries should be directed to team@foodnicher.com.