FCN FOOD CONSULTING NETWORK

Walter De Man Agronomical engineer PhD in Food Chemistry Applied food science in business context, evidence- based facts to business challenges, QM mindset, tel.: +32 475735212 walter.de.man(at)food-consulting-network.com more information

FCN services – offering you 360° consulting and interim support

Simon Daw Bachelor of Science Hons. Economics, Polymers and Materials Science marketing, innovation, business development, and commercial leadership Tel.: +44 7765 408701 simon.daw(at)food-consulting-network.com more information

Dr. Matthias Heume PhD in Carbohydrate Chemistry Building world-class innovators Leadership. Innovation. Growth. Tel.: +49 171 739 89 31 matthias.heume(at)food-consulting-network.com more information

Michael Bruck BA Business Development Food Products Serial entrepreneur & consultant digital business cases, online marketing, process digitalisation, ERP consulting, corporate start-ups and accelerators Tel.: +49 171 283 33 11 michael.bruck(at)food-consulting-network.com more information

Our Objective – Your Success! We provide consultancy and interim management to support your business through product innovation, process optimisation, business extension and coaching generating sustainable growth and profit improvement.

specialised in the food, beverage, flavour and pharma ingredients industry

an alliance of experts active in a wide range of complementary disciplines

working with dedicated partners acting in the best interest of its customers

Steffen Sonnenberg PhD in Organic Chemistry Management & Business Administration management, sales & marketing, production, application, innovation tel.: +49 1578 933 42 14 steffen.sonnenberg(at)food-consulting-network.com more information

Markus Stark PhD in Organic Chemistry Flavourist flavour creation, bussiness development, innovation, application, production tel.: +49 179 384 01 52 markus.stark(at)food-consulting-network.com more information

Paolo Arienti Master's degree in Economics & Commerce Management & Business Administration management, sales & marketing, customer care, business development tel.: +39 373 8020 800 paolo.arienti(at)food-consulting-network.com more information

Pavlos Pavlou Master’s degree in Biology Quality Systems Auditor quality, hygiene, innovation, auditing tel.: +357 99 525504 pavlos.pavlou(at)food-consulting-network.com more information

Henri Molhuizen PhD in Medical Science Executive R&D Management, R&D strategy development and implementation, Innovation program and portfolio management tel.: +31 6 1832 7478 henri.molhuizen(at)food-consulting-network.com more information

Corinna Schleier Master's degree in Business Administration Systemic Business Coach, Trainer human resources management, organizational development, business coaching, training tel.: +49 172 637 66 73 corinna.schleier(at)food-consulting-network.com more information

Food Consulting Network delivers personal and individual consulting with tailor-made concepts and future-oriented solutions – from the first idea to the final implementation

Expertise All fcn members are experienced managers in their fields. Summing up more than 200 years of industry experiences, we combine profound know how throughout the entire value chain. In extension to the in-house knowledge, FCN covers the need of all departments through external specialists focusing on specific topics.

implementing tailor-made methods and systems

optimising each phase of the product life cycle

Contacts & Locations Cyprus Pavlos Pavlou, 12 Melpomenis Street, Louvaras Court, App 201, 3083 Lemesos tel. +357 99 525504 pavlos.pavlou(at)food-consulting-network.com Finland Taru Karikoski, Luuvaniementie 8 A 6, 00350 Helsinki tel.: +358 500 605837 taru.karikoski(at)food-consulting-network.com Germany Corinna Schleier, Leuchtenburger Str. 6, 28759 Bremen tel.: +49 172 637 66 73 corinna.schleier(at]food-consulting-network.com Dr. Markus Stark, Bernhard-Goering-Str. 112, 04275 Leipzig tel.: +49 179 384 01 52 markus.stark(at)food-consulting-network.com Dr. Steffen Sonnenberg, Zoebigkerstrasse 113, 04416 Markkleeberg tel.: +49 1578 933 42 14 steffen.sonnenberg(at)food-consulting-network.com Dr. Nico N. Raczek, Zweigstrasse 4, 82194 Groebenzell tel.: +49 160 90 16 52 06 nico.raczek(at)food-consulting-network.com Dr.Ing Hermann Meng, Fichtenstr. 7, 86609 Donauwoerth tel.: +49 1520 377 13 98 hermann.meng(at)food-consulting-network.com Heiko Schmidt, Moltkestrasse 59, 33790 Halle (Westf.) tel.: +49 1511 720 41 64 heiko.schmidt(at)food-consulting-network.com Michael Bruck, Koepenicker Strasse 41, 15569 Woltersdorf bei Berlin tel.: +49 171 283 33 11 michael.bruck(at)food-consulting-network.com Dr. Matthias Heume, Luebecker Strasse 55, 21337 Lueneburg tel.: +49 171 739 89 31 matthias.heume(at)food-consulting-network.com Italy Paolo Arienti, Via Vallazze 3, 20131 Milan tel.: +39 373 8020 800 paolo.arienti(at)food-consulting-network.com Alfredo Pimper, Via Alessandrini 15, 42018 San Martino in Rio tel.: +39 333 2138 723 alfredo.pimper(at)food-consulting-network.com United Kingdom Simon Daw, 5 Pavenham Road - Carlton - Bedfordshire - MK43 7LS - U.K. tel.: +44 7765 408701 simon.daw(at)food-consulting-network.com

Customers Our customers are small start ups and medium to large companies active in the areas of sweet, confectionery, savoury, snacks, dairy, bakery and biscuits, beverage, dietary specialities, functional ingredients, food supplements, feed and pharmaceuticals.

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Nico N. Raczek PhD and registered Food Chemist Global Regulatory and Team Change agent Global regulatory/application expertise International regulatory strategies, change management, building virtual teams Tel.: +49 160 90 16 52 06 nico.raczek(at)food-consulting-network.com more information

Hermann Meng PhD in Chemical Engineering Food Science & Technology food safety, quality management system, auditing support, engineering Tel.: +49 172 566 33 38 hermann.meng(at)food-consulting-network.com more information

Heiko Schmidt Master’s degree in Economics and Management Systemic Business Coach management, sales & marketing, business development, product management, coaching & mentoring Tel.: +49 1511 720 41 64 heiko.schmidt(at)food-consulting-network.com more information

Alfredo H. Pimper Master’s degree in Biological Chemistry Biscuit consultant from grain to oven. Sustainable production of cereals; milling the more adapted flours; forming and baking the best biscuits Tel.: +39 333 2138 723 alfredo.pimper(at)food-consulting-network.com more information

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Cosmetic Business 2024 On June 5th, 2024, Dr. Nico attended the prestigious CosmeticBusiness event in Munich, Germany. This gathering showcased trailblazing ideas and sustainable innovations from Europe's top suppliers, setting the stage for the future of the cosmetic industry. Attendees were treated to a display of ground breaking innovations and emerging trends. Dr. Nico engaged in productive discussions with his cooperation partners, focusing on clinical studies and the testing of cosmetic formulations. He also connected with collaborators from renowned dermatological institutes and pilot sample manufacturers, fostering valuable relationships and exploring new opportunities in the field.

Snacks 2024 is the only 100% focused savoury snacks and snack nut international trade fair. Hermann and Heiko participated on June 19 and 20 in the successful event. Recent technolgies and application were presented. Reach out to them to discuss yours needs in food safety / hygiene / quality and spices & food product development.

Baker‘s Day 2024 The meeting place for the German baking industry Matthias joined the annual gathering in Bremerhaven organized by the ttz Bremerhaven. Extensive exchance for bakery related develop- ment took place in a open atmosphere. Contact Matthias to hear more about growth and innovation through effective leadership in product development.

Chemspec Europe 2024 - The Exhibition for the Fine & Speciality Chemical Industry Steffen attended the well recognised Chemspec in Dusseldorf. Visitors from all over the world discussed supply chain, technology and recent ESG developments. Discuss with Steffen your needs for fine / speciality chemicals along the value chain.

In an environment where groupthink or the dominant ego of the key decision-maker reigns supreme, critical factors may slip through the cracks. So, what does a good decision-making process look like: • Challenge your assumptions, thoughts, and conclusions in controversial debates • Invite opponents instead of yes-men • Avoid letting groupthink prevail • Assign individuals to deliberately question your assumptions. In our recent deliberation, we concluded that the parallel development of organic and conventional product lines could mutually benefit each other, leading to faster profitability. Effective leadership isn't just about making decisions; it's about nurturing an environment where openness and diversity of thought thrive. This is the bedrock for successful and sustainable innovation. How does your company approach innovation and decision-making? Share your insights! Let's continue the conversation.

The Biofach 2024 - one of the world‘s leading trade fair for organic food - took place from February 13 to 16 in Nuremberg. Matthias Heume participated in this world-leading event: Last week's discussions at the BIOFACH / VIVANESS trade fair in Nuremberg sparked a thought-provoking debate: Should we exclusively transition our product line to organic production, or is there room to develop both organic and conventional products in parallel? In essence, it boiled down to a question of dogma versus pragmatism. When it comes to birthing a new product, emotions run high, and unwavering conviction in our business idea is natural. However, it is crucial to temper this passion with a dose of economic reality and consumer insights. This is where effective decision- making comes into play — a process heavily influenced by organizational culture.

Transformation of Biomass into Next Generation Proteins for Food and Feed to strengthen food security, sustainability and self-sufficiency of EU protein production. The FCN partner Matthias visited the conference in Bremerhaven from September 7 to 8. Reach out to Matthias to get an update on recent protein developments and to discuss your ideas and needs.

Anuga is the world's leading trade fair for food and beverages - lively, diverse, dynamic. The FCN partner Matthias visited the ANUGA in Cologne from October 7 to 10. Reach out to Matthias to talk about R&D support and innovation consulting.

Fi Europe Conference took place in Frankfurt from November 28 to 29. It was jam-packed with new product ideas, industry insights and the latest research. 1,200 exhibitor and 25,000 visitors made the three days a success. Several presentations were given at the „insight center“. Friends of the FCN and the partners Henri, Hermann, Nico, Matthias, Paolo and Steffen participated in this world-leading event. Topics including food safety, hygiene, regulatory, food product labeling, development for food products, spices from all over the world, flavour creation, business development, coating for pharma products, customer-focused innovation, alternative proteins and improving organizational R&D designs were discussed. Join us to boost your ingredients and products.

CPhI - a global community advancing human health. At the heart of pharma for over 30 years. The FCN partners Paolo, Nico and Steffen visited the CPhI in Barcelona from October 24 to 26. Reach out to the experts to talk about business development, regulatory and synthesis projects.

The recent NextGenProteins conference in Bremerhaven, Germany, and the Sourcing Trends conference last week at Getreidezentrum Detmold in Detmold, Germany, underscored the ongoing trend of increased consumer interest in sustainable food production and animal welfare. Simultaneously, consumers are unwilling to compromise on taste, texture, convenience, and cost of their food. And rightly so. The current economic environment has heightened price sensitivity in the supermarket aisles. As a result, the vegetable protein category in particular is in a period of consolidation, illustrated by the "trough of disillusionment" on the Gartner Hype Cycle graph. On the other side of the coin, food technologists and product developers continue to work on improved ingredients and new formulations to narrow the gap between plant-based proteins and their animal-based counterparts. As we all know, taste is king. The vegan cevapcicis we had on our plate the other day were truly mouthwatering. We expect the portfolio of minimally processed plant-based proteins to further expand and find more widespread applications. This will lead to further growth of the alternative protein category.

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Food Ingredient Europe 2024 The leading global food ingredients event A world of taste and opportunity. The Food Ingredients Europe took place in Frankfurt from November 19 to 21. FCN partners met with clients to discuss their needs, ranging from regulatory, innovation, interim management over investment, recruiting, food safety and product development. A big Thank-You to all clients.

Visit the ISM/ProSweets, the world's largest trade fair for sweets and snacks, to see the latest trends and product developments. The FCN partners Hermann and Heiko attended the ProSweets / ISM in Cologne from February 2nd to 5th. Please contact them to talk about food safety and personnel management.

At BIOFACH 2025... we’re going new directions, together! Experience organic food in its purest form at the world’s leading organic trade fair in Nuremberg. Matthias, Nico and Steffen visited the Biofach. Reach out to them to discuss innovation, regulatory and business development.

Discover the latest nutraceutical innovations/trends and build new partnerships to grow your business at the world's nutraceutical event. The FCN partners Paolo and Nico attended the Vitafoods Europe in Barcelona from May 5th to 7th. Please contact them to talk about coatings for food and pharma applications and regulatory support for your food products in Europe.

M2A is BAFA-accredited and, with its strong network of inverstors, offers support in sourcing financing for startups all the way through to their exit. Government-supported investor search for your startup! M2A is a network of over 3,500 investors in the food & impact sector. Our investor search is government- supported. Contact us or upload your pitch deck – we'll find suitable investors for your next financing round, from pre-seed to Series X.

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Steffen Sonnenberg PhD in Organic Chemistry Management & Business Administration management, sales & marketing, production, application, innovation / product mangement tel.: +49 1578 933 42 14 steffen.sonnenberg(at)food-consulting-network.com Skype: steffen_sonnenberg1 LinkedIn Xing Sonnenberg Consulting Solutions Zoebigkerstr. 113, 04416 Markkleeberg, Germany map & directions Alife Foods GmbH Spinnereistraße 7 Halle 20, 04179 Leipzig, Germany http://alifefoods.de/ map & directions

Steffen is a senior executive with proven track record in delivering sustainable growth, profitability and productivity improvements in complex environments in Europe, Africa and Asia. He is known as a problem solver balancing operational and strategic aspects while using a result-oriented hands-on approach. He has worked for more than 25 years in chemical, flavour & fragrance, food & beverage, and pharma industry. Steffen has held senior positions in inno- vation, technical and commercial roles at Symrise, Bell F&F, Sensient Technologies, Kirsch Pharma and currently at WeylChem InnoTec. Key Services • Business transformation / change management • Restructuring and turn around management • Take over and integration of competitors • Consolidation of production sites • Ecovadis Registration & Application • Company sales support • Merger and acquisition support • Set up of sales offices, distributors and centres of technical excellence • Set up of partnerships securing the supply chain • Market / product analysis • Raw material search and purchasing • New product development flavours & fragrances • Project management to improve innovation rate • Review and extension of product palettes • Corruption prevention seminar • Code of conduct development & training • Sales training according to advisory approach • Value chain analysis identifying cost drivers • Lean management to improve process efficacy • Sustainability evaluation & support

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Markus has worked for more than 15 years very successful in flavour creation in all savoury areas. He led the creative and project work of an internationally operating flavor company for more than twelve years as the ‘head of development and application’ and for three year as the ‘director R&D’. Markus established a new flavor department with focus on top-notes, seasonings and spray-dried flavors. He is experienced in the implementation of new product lines. Key Services • new product development • formula rationalization • project management and business development • set up and restructuring of compounding • quality control and trouble shooting • raw material purchase • strong intercultural expertise for Europe and Middle East • expertise for national and international high priority customers

Markus Stark PhD in Organic Chemistry Flavourist flavour creation, business development, innovation, application, production tel.: +49 179 384 01 52 markus.stark(at)food-consulting-network.com Skype: markus.stark34 Xing LinkedIn sense:is UG Bernhard-Goering-Str. 112, 04275 Leipzig Germany map & directions

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Paolo has a strong commercial background, developed operating in international environments at private companies and multinational groups, distributors and manufacturers, gaining a broad experience in industrial sectors characterized by different business logics. He dealt with hi-tech products, chemicals, flavours, food ingredients, food preparations, functionals and supplements. 20+ years of business management in food & beverage and pharma, sustained by a good technical know-how, built through a long-time collaboration with Q.C., Production and R&D departments and by a solid mechanical knowledge, developed in the early years of his professional path, have developed his full vision of the overall business processes. A wide commercial outlook, combined with managerial skills and leadership attitude in driving working teams have formed a complete expertise necessary to build up new organizations and drive companies towards successful business performance. Key Services • Direct account management • International sales teams management • Business unit management • General management of manufacturing companies • Profit and Loss full responsibility • Business strategy planning • Assets investment oversight • Team re-structuring and staff reallocation • R&D project coordination for customer NPD • Active in communication to improve company visibility • Organizer and speaker in conferences

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Pavlos has a proven record as a Microbiology specialist and senior manager for more than 25 years in food manufacturing companies across Europe. He has a deep understanding and experience within the dairy industry. He has further worked in the beverage industry with FMCG and in the flavours industry. His knowledge in industrial microbiology, quality systems compliance and change management was applied successfully in several merges and restructuring projects on an international level. His wealth of experiences, his strong work ethics and his structured thinking can be of value to any partner. Expertise • quality management and control • hygiene, GMP • change management • continuous improvement

Pavlos Pavlou Master’s degree in Biology Quality Systems Lead Auditor, food safety and GMP expert quality, hygiene management, innovation, auditing tel.: +357 99 525504 pavlos.pavlou(at)food-consulting-network.com Skype: bio_pp LinkedIn Quality - Hygiene - Research & Development Consulting 12 Melpomenis Street, Louvaras Court, Apt. 202, 3083 Lemesos, Cyprus map & directions

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Taru Karikoski Management Professional Advanced Strategic Manager management, subsidiary establishment, innovation markets, coaching, mentoring Chairman of the board of the Finnish Society of Food Science and Technology (www.ets.fi) tel.: +358 500 605837 taru.karikoski(at)food-consulting-network.com Skype TaruMia Karikoski LinkedIn Projestra Luuvaniementie 8 A 6, 00350 Helsinki, Finland map & directions

Taru is known as a visionary and analytical manager as well as a successful leader with good results. She has the ability to look one step further, to rise the critical questions and analyse the risks as well as the possibilities. She has founded and crown companies, worked as entrepreneur with excellent results. Almost 40 years within food industry of which 20 years in MD position have brought her a very broad understanding of the industry, its functions and problems regarding various aspects. She has worked in managing roles for distributor companies and subsidiaries of multinational producers like Lyckeby Starch and Sensient Technologies as well as a consultant in co-operation with Helsinki University Food Centre. You can contact Taru in Finnish, Swedish, English or German languages. Key Services • evaluate and improve strategy • focused solutions based on problem definition • process evaluation for leaner, more satisfactory and more profitable customer interface • review and interrelate matching partners • explore and exploit markets • map out markets for innovations • set up sales offices • personnel training to secure successful customer interface • mentoring and coaching

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Key Services • 20+ year Human Resources expertise with focus areas in Restructuring, Organizational Development. Employee Training & Development, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Talent Management, Change Management, Compensation & Benefits, European Labor Law • 15+ years broad professional HR Leadership experience, predominantly gained in US- headquartered companies • 15+ years of extensive restructuring experience: Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Belgium, Netherlands, France • Branches: hotel management, airline industry, industrial manufacturing, consumer goods, trade, science • strong intercultural experience – 20+ years of experience within international and intercultural organizations: U.S., Europe (France, UK, Belgium, Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Poland, Austria, Switzerland, Sweden, Denmark) Middle East, South Africa • Project Management experience in operational and strategic human resources management: Organizational development, company & leadership culture, Performance Management, various training concepts (leaderhsip, professionals and shop floor), cost efficiency programs and continuious HR process improvement and standardization • Systemic Business Coach (International Coaching Federation) • Trainer in modern Business Etiquette and cultural diversity

Corinna Schleier Master's degree in Business Administration Systemic Business Coach, Trainer human resources management, organisational development, business coaching, training tel.: +49 172 637 66 73 corinna.schleier(at)food-consulting-network.com Skype: Corinna.Schleier LinkedIn Xing human resources management / coaching / training Leuchtenburger Str. 6, 28759 Bremen, Germany map & directions Please review the current recruitment opportunities and open positions here.

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Dr. Nico is a senior scientific executive with a proven record of 25+ years of global leadership in Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, with research and development experiences in multinational consumer healthcare, nutrition, cosmetics, home care, durables, and food and feed ingredients industries. He brings a unique experience in merging ingredients knowledge, strategies for consumer goods, regulatory quality expertise and patent protection. He is a known advocate for the food and supplement industry at the international level. His exceptional record of trans- forming global Scientific Regulatory Affairs and Quality Management into proactive and strategic teams is valued by companies in the FMCG and fine chemicals industries. Nico enjoys building and managing virtual global teams across cultures and leading changes of scientific organisations. Key Services: • Regulatory consultancy in fact and law around the world • Professional advice on application and sourcing of additives • Business support on product development and improvement • Assessment and extension of product offers • Support in patent and regulatory strategies and its implementation • Product risk assessments • Interpretation and analyses of global technical regulatory and product trends for business success • Holistic Plausibility Coaching Segments: Food, Beverages, Dietary Supplements, OTC, Feed, Health, Pharma and Cosmetics • Leadership coaching for sustainable business success • Develop external relationships and advocacy representation • Significantly improve representation of interest and establishing associations • Develop technical regulatory strategies, shaping external environments • Foster internal and external collaboration efforts • Building and transforming professional service organizations • Change management • Cross cultural leadership for organizational changes • Business expansion support from Europe and to Europe Segments: Corporate Business Units, International Corporation in Europe, European medium sized companies in the East and Asia

Nico N. Raczek PhD and registered Food Chemist | Global Regulatory and Team Change agent Global regulatory/application expertise within consumer goods and ingredients International regulatory strategies, change management, building virtual teams Dr. Nico Consulting Germany Tel.: +49 160 90 16 52 06 nico.raczek(at)food-consulting-network.com Skype: nico.raczek1 LinkedIn Xing Dr. Nico Consulting Germany Zweigstrasse 4, 82194 Gröbenzell, Germany map & directions

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Due to his many years of experience with companies such as Mondolēz, Hermann is known as an expert in food quality, food hygiene, food safety, HACCP and related management and certification systems. Furthermore, he holds detailed knowledge in food related engineering. Key Services Advice and support as consultant or as an interim manager: • For the planning, introduction and development of individual concepts and management - systems to ensure the quality and safety of your raw materials, packaging materials, processes and products. Result is a sleek, and flexible program tailored to your needs. Examples: HACCP; GFSI - certification, PAS but also internal proprietary programs. • In selecting and evaluating your suppliers according to criteria of quality and food safety • In the design of the production infrastructure with respect to food safety and hygiene, i.e. hygienic design of facilities and buildings. • Staff training and the implementation of systems. • International supplier quality and food safety management in collaboration with internal and external contacts such as purchasing, quality management, auditing • Extensive knowledge of the requirements for food safety, quality and hygiene • Implementation and monitoring of internal and external audits • Global KPI reporting as a key part of your supplier evaluation • Supply Chain interface management between manufacturing, procurement and suppliers • Implementation and application of management systems for food safety, quality and hygiene in production and packaging food products • Process and process development for extruded food

Dr.-Ing. Hermann Meng Chemical Engineer / Food Science & Technology food safety, quality management system, auditing support, engineering Tel.: +49 172 566 33 38 (mobile) hermann.meng(at)food-consulting-network.com Skype: foodsafety-consult LinkedIn Xing Foodsafety-Consult Fichtenstr. 7, 86609 Donauwoerth, Germany map & directions Associate member of the European Snacks Association (ESA). Member of ESA's EU Regulatory and Scientific Affairs Working Group

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Heiko has over 10 years of experience as senior executive and over 20 years of experience in different positions in the b-to-b world of the food industry. He worked as key account manager, global product manager, business development manager, head of sales and general manager in the ingredients business. Heiko‘s proven track record shows his achievements in profitable & sustainable growth, improvements in productivity and organisational structures, change management and strategy development. He has an entrepreneurial mentality and a hands-on approach. In addition, Heiko has been trained as Systemic Business Coach by the International Coaching Federation and has achieved a certificate at the German Chamber of Commerce as Strategy Consultant. Key Services: • human resources consulting (recruiting, executive search, headhunting) • consulting in business carrier (newplacement, outplacement, jobhunting) • coaching and mentoring • business consulting (specialized field: strategy consulting) DELFICO serves all industry sectors. In addition, we have specialized on the food industry. DELFICO offers “360 degree consulting”, an all-round view. We take different perspectives into account. We realize a holistic consulting approach with individual solutions for people and companies in the field of human resources and strategy topics. DELFICO is active in Germany, the DACH region and the European countries nearby.

Heiko Schmidt Master’s degree in Economics and Management Systemic Business Coach, Strategy Consultant b-to-b expertise: management, sales & marketing, business development, product management, strategy management tel.: +49 1511 720 41 64 heiko.schmidt(at)food-consulting-network.com Skype: schmidt.heiko_5 LinkedIn Xing DELFICO Heiko Schmidt Postfach 1149 33776 Halle (Westf.) www.delfico.de map & directions

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Alfredo is an old biscuit man working for 40 years with i.e. Danone and Mondelez. After starting in production, he focused on the development of new biscuits and finally in the last 15 years of his career worked in procurement of cereals in Europe. Alfredo is an expert in getting the best varieties of wheat in the field in a sustainable way, and then working with millers and producers of milling equipment to obtain the best flours in a most economical way for the mills producing mostly bread flour. He specializes in getting functional specifications of the flour adapted to the products and determine the minimum parameters for the analysis. Knowing that the best flour, is constant flour he is able to help the factories to get the best formed and baked biscuits. Key Services • Development of new products in collaboration with Marketing. • Cost optimization through buying strategy and choice of cereal suppliers • Sustainable and certified cultivation of grains • Sourcing of grain from field to mill • Milling technique for biscuit flours • Choice use and stockage of raw materials • Mixers and mixing • Ovens and baking of biscuit and crackers • Expertise cracker natural and chemical fermentation • Expertise dry biscuits, rotary moulding, laminated, wire-cut, deposited

Alfredo H. Pimper Master’s degree in Biological Chemistry Biscuit consultant from grain to oven. Sustainable production of cereals; milling the more adapted flours; forming and baking the best biscuits tel.: +39 333 2138 723 alfredo.pimper(at)food-consulting-network.com Skype: alfredopimper LinkedIn Xing The Old Biscuit Man Via Alessandrini 15, 42018 San Martino in Rio, Italy map & directions

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Michael is a chocolate gourmet and has 13+ years experience as serial entrepreneur, founder of cooperate and regular start-ups within the food / e-commerce branch. During his 10+ years of consulting, he supported midsized to large brands like Ritter Sport and Coca Cola regarding new digital sales channels. Start-ups have benefited from Michael‘s hands on / can do mentality through funding, M&A support, pre seed founding and acting as business angel. Key Services • effective combination of consulting and web shop creation as one service • set up of digital business cases for B2B/B2C • digital analytics and online marketing • process digitalisation and ERP consulting • shipping solutions for manufactures • technical support for Shopware, Magento, Wordpress (Woo), Salesforce, Python (Django BE), diverse agile technics, and dives ERP systems • experience in new digital business models, co-founder & business angel, management of cooperate start-ups and accelerators.

Michael Bruck BA Business Development Food Products Serial entrepreneur & consultant digital business cases, online marketing, process digitalisation, ERP consulting, corporate start-ups and accelerators tel.: +49 171 28 333 11 michael.bruck(at)food-consulting-network.com Skype: michael.bruck@mitaneo.com LinkedIn Xing Mitaneo Köpenicker Straße 41, 15569 Woltersdorf bei Berlin, Germany map & directions

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Leadership. Innovation. Growth. MY CLIENTS • European SMEs in the Food, Food Ingredients and Animal Nutrition sectors MY MARKET, INGREDIENTS and TECHNOLOGY EXPERTISE • Proteins • Oils and Fats • Carbohydrates • Fibers • Sweetening solutions BEEN THERE. DONE THAT. • 30 years of proven experience and expertise in turning pain points into customer solutions YOUR BENEFITS • You take leading positions in your markets – leave nothing to chance • Your business becomes your customers’ partner of choice • Engaged employees and satisfied customers • Profitable revenue and earnings growth • You act rather than react • Peace of mind MY WAY OF WORKING – A structured process

Matthias Heume PhD in Carbohydrate Chemistry Building world-class innovators Managing Director, Innotens GmbH www.innotens.eu tel.: +49 171 739 89 31; +49 4131 3035435 matthias.heume(at)food-consulting-network.com m.heume(at)innotens.eu LinkedIn Innotens GmbH Luebecker Strasse 55, 21337 Lueneburg, Germany map & directions

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Simon has worked in senior executive roles for over 30 years with international and domestic compa- nies within blue-chip B2B and B2C organisations across food, beverage, ingredients, flavours, chemicals and the industrial markets. He has an extensive track record of success in helping companies conceive and implement strategies which generate sustainable, profitable growth. Skilled in all areas of marketing and product development, he is also particularly known for his commercial acumen, with particular expertise in delivering sustained business improvement by steering diverse international and domestic marketing and commercial teams of all sizes through change. His significant executive coach leadership has helped teams achieve results through relentless transparency, the application in developing more meaningful measurement tools to increase accountability and ROI of marketing investments, as well as instilling clear and purposeful commercial marketing plans that deliver results. Simon career has spanned marketing, product innovation and commercial roles with companies such as Tate & Lyle, Sensient Technologies, Whitbread Beers, Ferguson Global Packaging group and Bel fromageries. Key Services • Brand and company strategy development • Category and platform business planning • Customer, competitor & consumer market, research and insights • Front & back end product renovation and innovation • Internal & external communications, brand identity, media management, P.R. and digital • Budget management and maximising marketing and commercial KPI’s • Lead data-driven digital marketing, Salesforce CRM and effective ROI modelling • International team development and change management • Trade and category segmentation marketing • Key blue-chip multi-channel and account relationship development • Acquisition, merger managing and due diligence

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Henri is a Senior R&D executive with more than 25 years of international experience in Foods & Beverages, combined with a solid scientific background. He has worked at Universities (Nijmegen, Amsterdam), the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM), Unilever, Dawn Foods, and most recently Nuritas – a successful Irish Biotech startup. Henri has proven to deliver at executive level with a track record of successful Foods & Beverages innovations and New Product Developments (NPDs) in various Categories across multiple geographies. He has successfully delivered in each part of the innovation process (early discovery, proof of principle, prototype and product development, production scale-up, and product launch). Henri brings experience translating business strategy into action. He has led various organisational restructuring programs and optimised several innovation management processes, driving increased efficiency and optimised R&D organisations. Seeking for synergies, driving focus, and reducing overlaps have always been key in his approach, while keeping the human factor top of mind. Foodiract is Henri’s consultancy company, offering a range of services supporting both new and established players in the Foods and Beverages industry across all geographies to optimise their R&D strategy, organisation, and project and portfolio management to get the most out of their R&D investment. Key Services • (Interim) executive R&D management • R&D strategy development • Strategy implementation • Innovation project, program, and portfolio management • R&D due diligence • Support with R&D team development and capability building • Workshops and training related to forementioned areas, e.g. patent awareness training for Foods R&D professionals

Henri Molhuizen PhD in Medical Sciences Executive R&D Management, R&D strategy development and implementation, Innovation program and portfolio management tel.: +31 (0)6 1832 7478 henri.molhuizen(at)food-consulting-network.com LinkedIn FooDirAct B.V. Nieuwkuijksestraat 70 B 5253 AJ Nieuwkuijk The Netherlands map & directions

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Walter is an international director-level leader with strong credentials in the areas of Scientific and Regulatory affairs, Quality management, Health & wellbeing, and Sustainability topics. For more than 34 years, he held various senior R&D positions at Mars Inc. and gained a solid experience in applying science to resolve business challenges as well as in transforming organizations and building high performing collaborating R&D teams. He is known as a purpose-driven and inspiring team leader, building strong relationships based on trust, engaging with teams to drive results. Key Services • Corporate strategies in areas of Health & Nutrition and Sustainability • Fresh-eyes diagnostics of challenges in product quality and consistency in performance both from a technical and an operational perspective. • Scientific Affairs: assessment of the potential business impacts of existing and new emerging issues, critical assessment of the evidence, co- create business positions and roadmaps to mitigate risk and manage change. • Introduction of highly performing R&D team collaboration. • Knowledge transfer through training and technical bulletins (in for-mentioned areas of expertise) • Product and application expertise: o Rice production and processing o Sodium reformulation o Front-of-pack labelling schemes. o Ultra-processed food controversy o Contaminants o Sales argumentation on consumer relevant attributes o Global food security challenge

Dr. Walter De Man Agronomical engineer PhD in Food Chemistry Applied food science in business context, evidence- based facts to business challenges, purpose, quality management mindset, Improving organizational R&D designs, building stronger teams tel.: +32 475735212 walter.de.man(at)food-consulting-network.com LinkedIn De Man Consulting E. Van der Veldestraat, 17 3120 Tremelo Belgium map & directions

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The FCN visited the CPhI, the world‘s leading pharmaceutical platform in Frankfurt from October 24 h to 26 th . Please contact Steffen to discuss your needs related pharma products and custom synthesis.

The FCN has visited the Food Ingredients Europe. Please contact the FCN experts Markus, Taru, Paolo and Steffen to discuss the recent developments and trends in the food & beverage and ingredient industry.

The FCN members Hermann and Matthias attended the Food Ingredients / Health Ingredients in Paris from December 6 to 8th. Please contact them to talk about „Where food moves forward“. Hermann and Matthias will listen to your needs regarding i.e. food safety, hygiene, innovation and project management.

Hermann will participate at the SNACHEX in Hamburg from July 6 to 7th. SNACKEX is the industry-defining event for the savoury snacks business. Get face-to-face with decision-makers and talk to Hermann about hygiene and product safety.

Steffen will participate at the IFFA in Frankfurt from May 14 to 19th. IFFA is the international lead show for technology for meat and alternative proteins. Talk to Steffen on May 18th to discuss opportunities in cultured meat.

Please join Michael at booth 6A99 to discuss newest technology in temperature sensors and tracking. Anuga FoodTec is the hotspot of the worldwide food and beverage industry and its suppliers and THE meeting point for visionaries and decision-makers. With over 50,000 trade visitors from 154 countries and around 1,700 exhibitors, Anuga FoodTec registered record values since 2018.

The leading trade fair for the global fruit trade will be held in Berlin from 5 to 7 April 2022. The topic of sustainability, especially with regard to cultivation, packaging and transport, effects of the climate crisis on producers, digitisation of agri- culture, and changing flows of goods are just a few of the complex challenges faced by the inter-national fruit trade. Substantiated responses and innovative, solution-based approaches will be presented and discussed during the comprehensive, supplementary expert programme of FRUIT LOGISTICA 2022.

The FCN participted at the annual ISM in Cologne. More than 15,000 visitors from almost 100 countries discussed the latest product innovations and confectionery trends. Even if the ISM was less attended than in the previous year, there was more time for detailed communication. Please contact Michael to address your requirements in sensors for temperature tracking.

Matthias will participate in PROTEINA 2021 from November 4 to 5 in Madgeburg, Germany. The conference theme 2021 is „Extraction and application of functional proteins in the light of special sustainability aspects.“ PROTEINA offers a wide-ranging networking of all major players from industry and research for the review of current developments and for a joint exchange on the potentials of a sustainable use of innovative alternative proteins.

Nico participated in the annual Vitafoods taking place from Ocober 5th to 7th in Geneva. Please reach out to Nico to discuss labeling & regulatory aspects, and reconnect with a community that will never stop working together for the good of global nutritional health.

Matthias, Michael, Nico, Simon and Steffen participated personally at the Food Ingredients / Health Ingredients in Frankfurt from November 30th to December 2nd. Please be free to contact them to discuss your needs related to research strategy, technical support in temperature tracking, regulatory, product development, market intelligence and recruiting in the food industry.

The FCN participated at the Vitafoods Insights Virtual Expo om May 10 to 13. Alfredo‘s summary: Besides discovering many different suppliers for supplements adapted for cereal snacks and bakery, I discovered the postbiotics that is to say the chemical products produced by the probiotics after eating the prebiotics, like sodium butyrate for instance which is very good for the health of the colon cells. Please contact Alfredo to discuss future opportu- nities and anything you like to learn about cookies.

The FCN will participte at the ANUGA from October 9 to 13 in Cologne. Experience the leading food fair and contact - Matthias to discuss a new culture of successful innovation in your company (www.innotens.eu). - Michael will present Kelvyn‘s automated control and recording independent of electricity and internet connection (www.kelvyn.de).

Alfredo Pimper will hold the speech „The best flour for your biscuits including more information about wheat flour analysis“ at the Biscuit People Conference in Umag, Croatia of September 15. - 18. Please contact Alfredo for more information about the conference and how to make the best biscuits.

The FCN participated in the FOODTECH, a digital conference organised by Hungry Ventures, LZ and dfv, aiming to connect investors and founders in the food ecosystem. Please contact Matthias and Nico to discuss investments in the food industry.

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The FCN has visited the Food Ingredients in Paris from December 3 to 5. Please contact Hermann and Nico to discuss future developments and nutrition trends at the world‘s leading food & beverage ingredients platform.

The FCN visited the ISM in Cologne, the world’s leading trade fair for confectionery and snacks offers inspiration and innovation, exciting networking possibilities, top-class exhibitors and competent visitors from February 2nd to 5th. Several new products and developments were shown. Please contact Steffen, Paolo, Alfredo, Michael, Matthias (left to right) and Heiko to discuss your needs.

The FCN has visited the CIBUS TEC from October 22nd to 25th in Parma, Italy. CIBUS TEC is among the most innovative food technology exhibitions and a complete showcase of the best solutions – from ingredients to pro- cessing technologies, from packaging to logistics – for all segments of the food and beverage industry. Please contact Alfredo to discuss your needs related to biscuits and trends in the Italian food industry.

Dr. Nico gave the keynote „Get ready ready for the successful trend in the supplement industry“ with great success at the 3rd Global Human Nutrition and Wellness Forum 2019 from November 18th to 19th in Frankfurt. On his Keynotes @Falkenstein Kempinski, Dr. Nico will shed more light into the future trends of the supplement industry. A critical review of the current technologies, regulatory strategies and how management should address better deals, without forgetting the consumers.

The FCN has visited the Food Ingredients / Supply Side West in North America on 17-18 October in Las Vegas. Two key events are brought together and will serve the global food, beverage and dietary supplement markets. Fi North America will bring this Food ingredients event to the United States for the first time. Please contact Hermann to discuss your needs and the outcome of the first edition of Fi North America in combination with the Supply Side West

The FCN has visited the 30th anniversary of the CPhI, the world's largest pharmaceutical exhibition taking place from November 5 to 7 in Frankfurt. CPhI Worldwide houses six zones representing each stage of the pharmaceutical supply chain - from APIs, machinery and packaging to outsourcing and biopharmaceuticals. Please contact Steffen to discuss your needs and cost-effective pharma solutions from all over the world.

The FCN gave on behalf of Alife a well received talk on „Development of Cultured Meat and its Implication on Human Nutrition“ at the Alternative Proteins session at the Anuga 2019 in Cologne on October 7: It is estimated that by 2050 50% of the proteins consumed by humans are produced through alternative technologies Please contact Steffen to discuss the presentation and learn more about the fast developing community and opportunities in alternative proteins.

The FCN participated at the ISM and the ProSweets in Cologne. A successful combination between impulses and innovations, exciting networking, first-class exhibitors and competent visitors formed an offer that is unique around the globe. In conjunction with ProSweets Cologne, the international supplier trade fair for the sweets and snacks industry, ISM represented the entire industrial value chain. 38.000 trade buyers from over 140 countries have visited more than 1.600 exhibitors from 68 countries. Awards have been given for innovation in e.g. products and packaging. Please read the summary on the most recent trends and product innovations.

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The FCN participated at the Health Ingredients in Frankfurt. Please contact us to receive a summary on the most recent trends in the Health and Natural Ingredient industry.

The FCN participate at the BIOFACH - World´s Leading Trade Fair for Organic Food in Nuremberg. More than 50.000 visitors from over 200 countries have seen more than 2.800 exhibitors from over 70 countries. Organic is more than a label or certification: organic stands for quality and conviction – for the responsible use of nature’s resources. In parallel the VIVANESS - International Trade Fair for Natural Personal Care as an important business event, an emotional event for the sector took place in Nuremberg Please contact Steffen to discuss trends and how the Food Consulting Network can support your business.

CFIA 2017, the 21st edition of the French exhibition dedi- cated to the entire chain of food processing, including ingredients, technologies, equipment, packaging materials and machinery, has closed again with a growing number of participants compared with the previous editions. 1,450 exhibitors, distributed in 10 pavilions on a fairground of 40,000m 2 , were visited by 20,000 visitors in three days, determining the success of the event held in Rennes, the administrative capital of Brittany. CFIA is the most important French event of the year dedicated to the specialists of food creation and it is an excellent opportunity to find solutions, new business opportunities and create networking by establishing new contacts. The trade show was a lively event, revealing all its appeal with side activities. The Web TV, with comfortable, dedicated areas within the pavilions, gave exhibitors the chance for a dynamic introduction of their products and solutions. Short and comprehensive conferences, focused on topical subjects, were held during the entire period of the exhibition. Last but not least, the "CFIA 2017 Innovation Award" rewarded the manufacturers able to give shape to their original concepts. Clicking on the link you will discover the winner of the category Ingredients & Food Intermediates and you can also appreciate the solutions proposed by the other nominations. Please contact Paolo for further information.

The FCN has visited the Vitafoods 2017 in Geneva: The event where the entire nutraceutical supply chain does business. Please contact Steffen or Paolo to receive a summary and discuss opportunities in the world of nutraceuticals.

Congratulation to Taru Karikoski for the appoint- ment as the chairman of the board of the Finnish Society of Food Science and Technology (www.ets.fi). Food Science and Society R. Y. (ETS) is a food research, development, training, and professional organisation. Established in 1947, Society of Food Science and Technology R. Y. (ETS) is the largest association of food in Finland. The aim of the society is to promote and develop the entire scientific and technological research and training in the food chain, as well as to increase cooperation and information exchange between its members. STE has an approximately 1000 individual members. The majority of members are university graduates and food professionals. They often operate in very responsible positions, such as research and development managers, product development managers, sales supervisors, laboratory manager, as well as product developers.

The FCN has visited the Personal Nord 2017 in Hamburg: The "must attend" event for Human Resources Professionals and Experts across all industries with brilliant lectures form a variety of Key Note Speakers about new fast evolving trends in HR. Companies have to change their thinking: fixed working hours in offices are a thing of the past. In the "war for talents", flexible working hours linked with trust in the workforce and alternative office concepts will determine who will will win the competion around young talents and expreienced professionals. Please contact Corinna for a summary and to discuss digitalisation, mobile working, innovative training and coaching concepts, as well as new approaches in Human Resources Management. It is all about exploring and leveraging company's workforce potentials and therewith creating and developing new perspectives to prepare for the future challenges companies will face.

The FCN has helt its Annual Spring Summit this year from May 5 th to 7 th in Leipzig, Germany. The extension of strategic cooperation partners to Foodlosofia has been decided. The official announcement will be made in May. Trends in the industries Flavour & Fragrances, Food & Beverage, and Chemistry and Pharma have been discussed alongside a tour of facilities of a bakery and visiting program of the city of Leipzig.

The FCN has visited the 16 th edition of Africa‘s Big 7 in Johannesburg. The leading event for the African f&b industry where „leads are generated“, „companies are positioned“ and „routes to market are established“. Please contact Steffen or Mitch Coetzee to discuss opportunities in the South African food & beverage industry.

The FCN has visited the ChemSpec in Munich, the international exhibition for fine and speciality chemicals. For purchasers and agents looking for specific products or bespoke solutions, the event is the ideal marketplace to meet with manufacturers, suppliers and distributors of fine and speciality chemicals. With its dedicated exhibition profile Chemspec Europe is the place to be for international industry professionals. Please contact Steffen to discuss opportunities in ingredient sourcing, international sales, toll manufacturing and custom synthesis.

The FCN has visited the drinktec, the world‘s leading trade fair for beverage and liquid food industry in Munich from September 11 h to 15 th . Please contact Steffen to discuss recent developments in product development, processing, filling, packaging and marketing.

Anuga 2017 - Worldwide. Leading. Significant. - Look forward to the world's largest and most important trade fair for food and beverages. Please contact Steffen to discuss your needs, the current trend themes 2017, and how to take advantage of them in 2018.

Dr. Steffen Sonnenberg has held the presentation Examples of re-integration in the food value chain at the Food Ingredient Europe in Frankfurt, Germany. This presentation sheds light on how the ingredients companies, F&F compounding companies, consumer product companies and food retailers have taken over their supply base, creating consolidation across the supply chain. Several examples have been given for the above listed four categories of a simplified food value chain. Reasons and drivers were discussed. Please contact Steffen to discuss the future of merger and acquisitions in the food & beverage and ingredients industry.

The FCN has visited the Sigep, the event which confirms its undisputed international leadership as trade fair for professional operators all over the world in the artisan gelato, pastry and baking sectors, together with that of coffee. Please contact Dr. Paolo Arienti to discuss recent developments and read the Sigep 2018 summary.

The FCN has visited the Gulfood in Dubai, the world largest food event which is placing innvonation at the heart of its 23rd edition. Please contact Dr. Steffen Sonnenberg to discuss tastes, trends and trade for the global finished food and beverage industry.

The FCN has visited and co-exhibit at the Vitafoods 2018 in Geneva: The event where the entire nutraceutical supply chain does business. Please contact Nico and Paolo to discuss the global nutraceutical event for ingredients and raw materials for the dietary supplements and functional food and beverages industries.

The FCN has visited the Iran food and bev tec in Teheran from June 29 to July 2. One week of “Iran food ingredients 2018” with 135 exhibitors from 16 countries present ended this week. In conjunction with the iran agro, food + bev tec, bakery + confectionery and food + hospitality a total of 1,118 exhibitors from 29 countries welcomed more than 40,000 visitors worldwide. Global expertise and latest technologies from almost all of the world's leading suppliers were present. It is remarkable how well global trends are received and reflected in the Iranian market with its enormous potential. Broad industry with focus on beverages, dairy, and meat applications, as well as innovative ingredients were present from all over Europe. Please contact Dr. Nico Raczek to discuss recent and future development of the Iranian market and your specific needs regarding regulatory.

Le salon Cfia 2018 ferme ses portes. Plus de 300 exposants dans le domaine des ingrédients alimentaires et des procédés de fabrication ont rencontré leurs clients durant cette 6ème édition à Casablanca, Maroc. Non communicable diseases et les tendances qui en dérivent comme la réduction en sucre, l’amélioration du goût sucré, tout comme la mise en œuvre d’arômes sucrés ou de type fumée ont occupé l’espace des ingrédients, ce qui s’est traduit par leur présentation lors des « Trophées CFIA » Remportés cette année par notre partenaire NutriSpec SARL et GmbH. Plus particulièrement les ingrédients naturels et certifiés BIO sont en demande croissante dans les marchés du Maghreb. Cette région francophone suit de très près la législation européenne et propose sur le marché nombre de produits alimentaires qui portent les symboles similaires à ceux de l’Union Européenne comme la certification BIO.

The FCN has visited the IBA, the lBA: Exhibitors experienced again a very international and diversified fair for bakers and industry from around the world. The usage of ancient grains and applying traditional baking methods such as sour dough for artisan bakery products are only some trends in the industry. Following the public discussion on chemical hazards in the food chain and acrylamide contaminations in particular, European regulators introduced Commission regulation (EU) 2017/2158 establishing mitigation measures and benchmark levels for the reduction of the presence of acrylamide in food as low as reasonably achievable below benchmark levels. Benchmark levels are set out in Annex IV for snacks, crackers, bread, fine bakery wares and various others and can widely vary between 50 – 800 µg/kg. The legal responsibility and monitoring of acrylamide levels lies with the Food Business Operators. Feel free contacting Nico Raczek for further discussion regarding interpretation of analytical results or legal clarification.

The FCN has visited the Cfia from September 25 to 27 in Marocco. Please contact Nico to discuss the Cfia as a real growth driver for agribusiness companies. This year’s Cfia is closing its doors. Over 300 exhibitors in the area of Food Ingredients and processing met their customers for the 6th time in Casablanca, Morocco. It featured non communicable diseases and consequent trends in the reduction of sugar, sweetener taste improvement. At the same time the addition of sweet or smoked flavours were some of the highlights presented for the “Trophée Cfia”. This trophy was won by our partners NutriSpec SARL and GmbH this year. In particular natural and BIO-certified qualities are in increasing demand in the Maghreb markets. This Francophone region follows very much the European regulatory regimes and often the products in market bear similar symbols such as the BIO-certification, same as in the European Union.

The FCN has visited the Health Ingredients from Nov. 27 to 29. The ingredients industry has evolved significantly with customers actively seeking functional foods to meet their nutritional challenges: from antioxidants to anti-allergens, from fat reduction to sports nutrition and healthy aging. Trends like healthy aging, digestive health, personalized supplementation with the individually right ingredients mix and the usage of trendy botanical and novel ingredients continue. All these trends entail a great deal of technical and regulatory uncertainty. Not only for developers of food and drinks, supplements and nutraceuticals. But also for raw material manufacturers, distributers and ultimate users, many innovative ingredients require additional explanations and consultancy regarding their legal status or category. Please contact Hermann, Markus, Nico or Steffen to discuss the challenges and solutions in functional foods.

The FCN has visited the Biofach, the world‘s leading trade fair for organic food in Nuremberg, Germany from Februar 13 to 16. More than 51.500 visitors from over 140 countries made the show a success. Please contact Nico to share the passionate interest in organic food and functional indredients. Organic is more than a label or certification: organic stands for quality and conviction – for the responsible use of nature’s resources

The FCN will visit the Chemspec Europe 2019, the 34th International Exhibition for Fine and Speciality Chemicals in Basel from June 26 to 27. Please contact Steffen on stand B300 to discuss how to transform challenges into opportunities in the chemical market: Operating in a highly competitive market with complex environmental guidelines, the fine and speciality chemicals industry is currently experiencing a multitude of pressures whilst benefiting from high levels of investment, especially in green and bio-based technologies. With the right mindset and information, the current challenges can be turned into opportunities for innovation and business growth.

The FCN has visited the SNACKEX - the industry- defining event for the savoury snacks business - in Barcelona from June 27 to 28, 2019. At SNACKEX you can meet the whole savoury snacks industry in one place. Over 150 leading exhibitors from around the world showcase their latest products to put your company ahead of the curve in meeting tomorrow's snacking needs. Please contact Hermann to discuss your needs and vision.

The FCN has visited the Vitafoods 2019, the global nutraceutical event which took place in Geneva from May 7 to 9. Please contact Nico to follow up on how to shape the food industry for optimal health through science, innovation and regulatory. Vitafoods Europe is the place where the nutraceutical industry come together to create innovation, connect with business leaders and find effective solutions. Shake hands with the key players who are shaping the nutraceutical industry worldwide

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From Farm to Fork. Insightful thinking, driving action. For over fourteen years, we’ve worked in three focus areas of market insights, strategic consulting and commercial solutions, all towards one ultimate goal: to deliver growth through actionable solutions built on real insights and strategies. Our expertise in each focused area, combined with career backgrounds across both producers, manufacturers, suppliers and retailers, give us a true 360 degree understanding of the whole sector from farm inputs and growers to store shelves and into the hands of consumers. HRA’s reach and extensive global expert network has positioned us to effectively support organisations across the global supply chain.

analyze & realize GmbH offers consulting and CRO services to the food and health care sectors. Our services are closely aligned with the current market situation for the respective products. Hence, our support is guided by international and national trends that are defined by regulations and by consumer needs. Our expertise is valued by the industry, a fact that is demonstrated by our numerous invitations to editorials, chairman positions, lectures, and memberships in decision-making committees, all contributing to opinion formation in the pharmaceutical and food industries. The European Food Safety Authoritiy EFSA has officially invited analyze & realize to contribute to the systematic evaluation of food ingredients.

IM Field is an independent ADM institute and your competent partner for market research studies; from conception to presentation. We use state of the art tools for mobile and studio data collection including postal, paper & pencil, face2face, CATI, online questionnaires and mixed modes. We focus on the target group when analyzing your future customers. We cooperate in the data analysis with additional specialists from our extended network. You can rely on decades of experiences: 60 years of market research “made in Germany“.

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AES Digital Solutions Ltd develops innovative software and on-line business tools and solutions for companies in the food, ingredient, pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors around the world. Our proven solutions offer a secure environment for customers’ data and include… FMS 2020- formulation / recipe management, CAMS 2020 project / CRM / sampling management VMS vendor / supplier management We also offer cost effective system design and development of tailor-made solutions where a unique product is required or off the shelf offerings are too costly. Our systems are available as a one-stop-shop including consultancy, implementation, hosting, training and 24- hour help desk.

Staatlich geförderte Investorensuche für dein Startup! M2A ist ein Netzwerk von über 3.500 Investoren im Bereich Food & Impact. Unsere Investorensuche ist staatlich gefördert. Kontaktiere uns oder lade dein Pitch Deck hoch – wir suchen passende Investoren für deine nächste Finanzierungsrunde, von Pre- Seed bis Series X. Government-supported investor search for your startup! M2A is a network of over 3,500 investors in the food & impact sector. Our investor search is government-supported. Contact us or upload your pitch deck – we'll find suitable investors for your next financing round, from pre-seed to Series X.

Nutreon® ist auf die Prozesskostenoptimierung in der Nahrungsmittel- und Getränkeindustrie spezialisiert Wir bieten der hygienischen Prozessindustrie effektive Projektansätze zur Identifikation und Realisierung verfahrenstechnischer Kostensenkungspotenziale. Ihr Projekterfolg wird mit branchenerfahrenen Ingenieuren mit langjähriger Berufs- und Projekterfahrung bei namhaften, international tätigen Unternehmen erreicht. Nutreon ® is specialising on the process optimization in the food and beverage industry. We offer effective project approaches to the hygienic process industry for the identification and realization of process related cost reduction potentials. Your project success is achieved with industry oriented engineers with many years of professional and project experience at well-known international companies.

Foodlosofia is a design center focused on the Food and Beverage Industry. Our aim is to create profitable, scalable, and sustainable business models that will help us move from commodities to experiences. With design thinking at our core, we aim to create visions that will be the driving force for change. This creative tension between where we are and where we should be is achieved with our methodology that consists of three steps: Understand - Prototype - Test

Peter Niemann was awarded again with the Guide Michelin star in 2019 for his interpretation of the Breton cuisine at the Schloss Hohenhaus. In addition, he is a competent partner for kitchen planning and design in both large and high-end gastronomy. The focus is on the installation and modernisation of kitchens in historic buildings. Peter Niemann was resonsible for the gastronomic planning of the German Bundestag Berlin, the New Munich Trade Fair Center and the Old Town Hall Leipzig. Working according to the monument protection regulations when modernising the Herrenhaus Möckern in Leipzig which was build in 1317 proved once more the professionalism of Peter Niemann. In each project, the planner and active kitchen chef focuses on a cost-effective workplace design that protects and supports employee’s health at the same time. Through structural optimisation and the implementation of an efficient process, existing kitchens are also improved in their performance while using the existing inventory. Since 2005, Peter Niemann coaches kitchen chefs and teams. Furthermore, his broad network helps his clients to recruit suitable employees and managers.

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Tailor-made, detailed evaluation of food and flavour ingredients with special sensory properties and nutritional benefits supporting the product development and market sales.

Sensory evaluation of natural flavour ingredients 2020

Continuation of interim management in the area of quality assurance and food safety, including successful support of GFSI and customer audits, at a large German manufacturer of snack products.

Food Safety Interim Management 2020

In-depth hygiene and food-safety assessment of a purification line for the production of food-grade amino-acids for a European company.

Hygiene and food-safety assessment 2020

Detailed SWOT analysis of the twin-screw extrusion texturation of pea-based meat analogues for a Germany manufacturer.

Alfredo, the „biscuit consultant from grain to oven“ published a white paper on the selection of best flour to help biscuit companies deliver the highest quality and consistent products, saving money and time. Aplying ten tasks proven to work will make your process more efficient helping you deliver better quality and consistency. Please contact Alfredo for more information.

White Paper on Flour Selection 2020

Supporting customers the food, fragrance and fine chemical industries by recruiting several C-level and operational candidates and in European companies.

Recruiting of professionals 2020

SWOT Analysis in Food Production 2020

Tailor-made, detailed evaluation of food and flavour ingredients with special sensory properties and nutritional benefits supporting the product development.

Sensory evaluation of food ingredients 2018

Coaching a professional for reorientation in business life. The newplacement work focused on the decision-making process of either staying with a company or starting an independent activity.

Personal coaching of professionals 2019

Advice and practical support from an English biscuit manufacturer in monitoring the fragility of biscuits in an industial production process.

Monitoring of the biscuit fragility 2019

Comprehensive analysis and advice on the hygienic design of a plant for the production of fermented products for an European producer.

Hygenic design of a plant 2019

SWOT analysis in the area of extrusion and texturing of vegetable protein for the production of meat analogues. Support in execution of the outcome.

Systematic SWOT analysis in extrusion technology 2019

Heiko completed an education as Strategy Consultant at the German Chamber of Commerce. The four modules contain the foundation of strategic corporate management, the way to determine the most successful target group, how to create, realize and evaluate consulting projects and the area of innovation, cooperation and communication.

Certificate as Strategy Consultant (IHK) 2019

Tailor-made, detailed evaluation of food and flavour ingredients with special sensory properties and nutritional benefits supporting the product development.

Sensory evaluation of natural flavour ingredients 2019

Interim management in the area of quality assurance and food safety, including successful support of GFSI and customer audits, at a large German manufacturer of snack products.

Food Safety Interim Management 2019

Development of performing and cost effective flavours. Application of the flavours for bakery products, coatings for ice cream, cereal bars and sports nutrition for the European market.

Creation of winning flavours 2019

Supporting the food and chemical industries by recruiting several C-level candidates in European companies.

Recruiting of professionals 2019

Organisational restructuring, lean management and product portfolio adjustment led to a turn- around in the chemical industry within 9 months assuring continuous supply of products to international customers.

Turn Around in the Chemical Industry 2006

Facilitation, coaching and restructuring project in various European countries including counseling and consulting to consolidate production capacities and reduce number of sites along with workforce alignment.

Restructuring of a EU HR-Lead in the food ingredient industry 2015/2016

Merger of two R&D groups in the fragrance ingredient industry with overall 45 employees including analytical services, product design, application, encapsulation and sensory evaluation led to an effective research organisation.

Merger of Research and Development groups 2003

A market study on nutritional / pharmaceutical ingredients helped to better understand the competitive landscape as well to identify future business segments and potential customers.

Market study on nutritional / pharmaceutical ingredients 2017

Identification, evaluation and training of a distributor for pharmaceutical ingredients led to a significant increase in revenue and profit in Eastern European countries.

Set up of a distributor for pharmaceutical ingredients 2015/2016

Merging and restructuring of Scandinavian sales offices for food & beverage ingredients company lead to an efficient and more cost effective organisation allowing to improve customer focus.

Merger of sales offices in the food ingredient industry 2012

Conceptual design and implementation of a HR performance management linked to the company's values in order to recognize, reward and foster a high performance culture with corresponding short-, mid- and longterm career progression.

Implementation of a global HR performance management 2015

Reengineering of the internal recruiting for leadership positions to ensure an objective and best matching selection between company requirements and candidate's individual potentials for a scientific company.

Process reoganization of staffing leadership positions 2012

Supporting an unique beverage project using innovative ingredients through services ranging from raw material sourcing, packaging design, product development, and the identification of industry partners for the upcoming launch.

Support of a Start-Up in the beverage industry 2017

Sourcing of multiple tons of special ingredients for the food industry securing the supply chain for food products sold in Europe.

Raw material sourcing in the food ingredients industry 2017

The sensory evaluation and comparison with market standards as well as the evaluation of the market potential and the creation and application support was carried out for large scale flavor and fragrance ingredients.

Market studies and positioning of flavour & fragrance ingredients 2017

Tailor-made evaluation of specialised production equipment for the drying of fruit and vegetable products thereby supporting the integration of a mid size company into a global company.

Asset evaluation of food production equipment 2017

Supporting a Nordic company in the sales of various berries in bio quality for the use in high quality food and beverage products.

Sales of natural food ingredients 2017

Profiling and matching to support the business succession of a flavour company. Screening of and making contact to potential successors led to the transfer of business.

Business succession in the Middle East 2018

Development of a new confectionary product line through the selection of cocoa powder varieties and the creation of new recipes.

New Cocoa-based compounds 2018

Technical seminar including individuation of types, formula creation, preparation of filling creams, the manufacturing process, and taste trials of high class European pralines for producers in the Far East market.

Technical seminar on confectionary / pralines 2018

Overview including caramel types, manufacturers, toxicology studies, regulatory status, and the challenge to replace current caramel colours by substitutes.

Market Overview on caramel colours and substitutes 2018

Cost saving in flavourings through the linearization of recipes and increase in efficacy of production processes.

Cost Saving in Flavourings 2018

Extension of food product line assisted by new flavoring chemicals, clean label flavourings, sugar reduction and dietary supplements for the European and Middle East market.

Extension of product lines 2018

Development of performing and cost effective flavours. Application of the flavours for bakery products, coatings for ice cream, cereal bars and sports nutrition for the EU and Middle East market.

Creation of winning flavours 2018

Coaching of individuals at different levels to help and support employees with their personal development in regards to career re-orientation, career progression, career succession, etc.

Personal development through business coaching 2018

Operational & strategic HR support as divisional HR Business Partner (vacancy bridge) of a dairy company during the reengineering and realignment of the human resources organisation based on the HR Business Partner Model.

HR Business Partner - interim mandate 2018

Draft, alignment and fine-tuning of several works agreement on behalf of a metal company according to its business requirements and and in alignment with the applicable collective labor agreement

HR consultancy to manage works agreements 2018

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