FoodNiche Summit

Agenda

Time (EST)

Location

Topic

8:30 am

Lobby

Registration | Networking | Intercontinental Breakfast

9:00 am

Main Stage

Welcome Remarks

Speaker: Julia Olayanju, Ph.D. MPH, Chair, Planning Committee

9:10 am

Main Stage

Opening Keynote

Speaker: TBA

9:30 am

Main Stage

Panel Discussion: Promoting Community Health Through Food Technology Innovation

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 50% of adults in America struggle with preventable chronic diseases related to poor eating patterns and physical inactivity, costing taxpayers more than $173 billion in healthcare costs annually. This session brings experts and innovators together to discuss strategies to tackle these issues, leveraging food technology innovation to change the trajectory and .

10:20 am

Main Stage

Limitations and Barriers To Healthier Communities & Strategies To Accelerate Impact Through Collaboration

Building healthier communities requires more than individual efforts—it demands strategic collaboration across industries, policies, and communities. This panel will explore the key limitations and barriers that hinder progress, from systemic inequities and policy gaps to food accessibility and education challenges. Experts from healthcare, food innovation, policy, and community advocacy will share insights on breaking down these barriers and leveraging collaboration to drive meaningful impact. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on the power of partnerships in shaping a healthier future.

11:15 pm

Networking

Strategic Brainstorming: Crafting A Bold Roadmap for Healthier Communities.

How can we turn vision into action and create lasting change in public health? This high-impact brainstorming session will bring together innovators, healthcare leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to develop a strategic roadmap for building healthier communities. Through collaborative discussions, we will identify key challenges, explore innovative solutions, and outline actionable steps to drive systemic change. From policy shifts and nutrition access to community education and healthcare integration, this session is designed to spark ideas, forge partnerships, and accelerate meaningful impact. Join us in shaping the future of healthier communities!

12:00 pm

Lobby

POWER LUNCH/NETWORKING

1:00 pm

Main Stage

Keynote II

Details To Be Announced

1:30 pm

Main Stage

Scaling Nutrition Education: A Collaborative Approach to Public Health

2:30 pm

Main Stage

The ROI of Preventive Nutrition: How Food Can Reduce Healthcare Costs

  • Examining the long-term cost savings of nutrition-focused interventions for chronic disease prevention.

  • Case studies of successful insurance-covered nutrition programs.

  • Exploring strategies that work and those that do not drive desirable results.

 

3:35 pm

Main Stage

Brainstorming: Navigating Food Technology Innovation To Tackle Challenges and Build Healthier Communities.

As food technology rapidly evolves, how can we harness its potential to address public health challenges and create healthier communities? This interactive brainstorming session will bring together innovators, policymakers, healthcare insurers, and industry leaders to explore cutting-edge food technologies, identify barriers to adoption, and develop strategies for impactful implementation. From precision nutrition and AI-driven food solutions to sustainable production and accessibility, we will uncover opportunities to align food innovation with public health goals. Join us for a collaborative discussion on shaping the future of food for better health outcomes.

4:10 pm

Main Stage

Spotlight on Innovation | Awards Presentation

4:20 pm

Main Stage

Closing Remarks

4:30 pm

Auditorium | Lobby

Networking | Wrap Up