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AI is set to unleash unprecedented disruption, playing a significant role in the race for market dominance. As consumer product companies craft their AI strategies and unlock new value from their data and operations, join us to gain insights directly from three industry experts that are navigating these new and existential challenges.
This discussion will delve into how digital transformation and AI are opening up new possibilities for business flexibility and market responsiveness, as well as exposing glaring gaps that require our attention. We will explore themes such as evaluating business preparedness, the importance of integrating technology across functions, and the potential for gaining deeper insights into consumer behavior by streamlining operations on cloud-based platforms. Read More
SPEAKERS
Matthieu Cassier,
Chief Transformation & Digital Officer, Research & Innovation,
L’Oréal
Alberto Prado,
Global Head of Digital & Partnership for Research & Development,
Unilever
Stefan Vos,
Industry X Lead for Consumer Goods,
Accenture
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Join us for an engaging panel discussion with esteemed consumer goods quality leaders. Explore the essence of quality transformation, delving into the crucial roles played by technology, culture, and people in enhancing operations. Our panelists, representing Estée Lauder, Kenvue, Reckitt, and Beiersdorf, will share insights on innovative strategies, impact assessment, and achieving success in today’s competitive landscape. This session offers invaluable perspectives on enhancing consumer experiences through excellence in quality operations. Read More
SPEAKERS
Berenice Vettore,
Chief Quality Officer,
Estée Lauder
Natasha Zuyev,
Chief Quality Officer,
Kenvue
Marie Tanner,
Senior Vice President, Global Head of Quality,
Reckitt
Aldo Caceres,
Chief Quality Officer,
Beiersdorf
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Consumer product and food & beverage industries face significant shifts in consumer and regulatory expectations. The rising calls for sustainability, safety, transparency, and traceability present both challenges and opportunities for companies aiming to accelerate growth and innovation.
Join this panel of industry leaders from Unilever, Nestlé, and Beiersdorf as they delve into their strategies for achieving regulatory excellence. Discover how they turn challenges into opportunities and opportunities into value. Read More
SPEAKERS
Arun Mishra,
Global Head of Regulatory Affairs for Beauty & Wellbeing,
Unilever
Horst Wenck,
Corporate Vice President, Global Product Stewardship,
Beiersdorf
John Athanatos
Global Head of Regulatory and Scientific Affairs,
Nestlé Nutrition
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Cutting-edge technologies and advanced analytical methods like whole genome sequencing, big data, and artificial intelligence are driving a transformative shift in Food Safety & Quality. Moving away from the conventional reactive or at best preventive methods, these innovations bring the industry closer to the promise of a proactive approach.
Our esteemed panel of industry leaders from Nestlé, Mondelez, and Mars will delve into their drive for predictive food safety, their strategic pursuits, and the necessary steps to effectively deploy the latest technologic innovations. Read More
SPEAKERS
Olivier Mignot,
Vice President, Head of Global Quality Management,
Nestlé
Susanne Garcia-Schauermann,
Senior Vice President, Global Quality & Food Safety & Regulatory Affairs,
Mondelez International
Silvia Pereira,
Vice President, Corporate Quality & Food Safety,
Mars
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How can you ensure every employee is aligned with your brand promises for safety and quality? What are the consequences of falling short? Join industry experts from leading consumer goods and food and beverage companies as they share valuable insights on cultivating a culture of excellence by prioritizing quality and food safety at the core of their operations.
Executives from renowned companies like The Coca-Cola Company, Danone, Barilla, and Ferrero will delve into strategies for instilling a culture where Quality and Food Safety are collective responsibilities throughout the product value chain. They will emphasize the significance of a strong quality culture that fosters a proactive approach, utilizing data and digital tools to enhance communication, transparency, and continuous improvement. Read More
SPEAKERS
Zoltan Syposs,
Senior Vice President, Chief Quality, Safety & Environmental,
The Coca-Cola Company
Monique Pellegrino,
Chief Food Safety & Quality Officer,
Ferrero
Jos Wellekens,
Senior Vice President, Quality & Food Safety,
Danone
Roberto Buttini,
Vice President Global Quality & Food Safety and R&D Strategy,
Barilla
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Ensuring quality in a consumer product business goes beyond internal operations. Collaborative quality control can seem daunting, yet modern technologies offer real-time insights and enable seamless integration of sustainability and compliance into quality strategies.
During the session, four senior quality leaders from the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector and key suppliers will come together to examine how leadership, culture, and technology are expanding quality management throughout the CPG value chain.
With a focus on diverse perspectives, the session will address challenges and solutions faced by suppliers and manufacturers, all aimed at meeting the evolving needs of consumers. Participate in this event where your peers from PepsiCo, DSM Firmenich, Unilever, and Novonesis will explore leading-edge practices that are shaping the future of quality management in CPG. Read More
SPEAKERS
Steven Oliver,
R&D Senior Director, Food Safety & Quality Assurance,
PepsiCo
Mikael Bundgaard-Nielsen,
Vice President,
Global Quality,
Novonesis
Ana Rita Rezende Debiazzi,
Group Head Quality,
dsm-firmenich
Michalis Poulikidis,
Global Head of Quality for Home Care,
Unilever