Workshop: AI Innovation Lab

20 Mar 2026
Main Stage
Main Stage , Innovation Lab

AI is rapidly transforming how food companies innovate, operate, and compete – how are you putting it to work?

This immersive session shows how AI is driving real impact across the food system, from faster product development to smarter operations.

Collaborate with forward-thinking peers through:
• Unpacking real-world AI success stories across product development, operations, and supply chains
• Live AI product demos showcasing tools accelerating formulation, insight generation, and decision-making
• Campfire-style breakout sessions where groups develop and present practical AI use cases, including benefits and risks.

Whether you’re starting out or scaling, this session will give you practical insights and actionable AI ideas to take back to your business.

Speakers
Federico Fontanella
Federico Fontanella, Head of Strategic Innovation and Product Partnerships - TRACE ONE
Jeff Sanders
Jeff Sanders, Product Manager - SCHRÖDINGER
Jay Gilbert
Jay Gilbert, Director, Co-Developer & Digital Products - IFT
Eric Hamborg
Eric Hamborg, Chief Commercial Officer - PIPA
Elizabeth Crawford
Elizabeth Crawford, Senior Editor - FOODNAVIGATOR-USA