Cleaner Labels, Smart Reformulation: Healthier Choices through Novel Ingredients

20 Mar 2026
Main Stage
Main Stage
  • In light of recent pressures, how are food and beverage companies reformulating products to enhance nutritional profiles in response to evolving regulations and growing consumer concern over UPF?
  • What breakthrough innovations have been made to improve levels of salt and sugar, and what are the most promising natural alternatives to synthetic colors and additives?
  • What are the challenges that need to be addressed when reformulating to create healthier choices?
  • Beyond reducing salt, sugar, and synthetic additives, how are companies using reformulation to add functional benefits like fiber, protein, or probiotics?
  • How are AI, machine learning, and digital tools being used to optimize reformulation for taste, nutrition, and cost-efficiency?
Chairperson
Dan Altschuler
Dan Altschuler, Managing Partner - UNOVIS ASSET MANAGEMENT
Speakers
John Krzywicki
John Krzywicki, CEO - CHECKERSPOT
Dager Florez
Dager Florez, Vice president North America - ALIANZA TEAM
David Lestage
David Lestage, Chief R&D Officer - KELLANOVA