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Join us next week for Beverage Innovation 2024! 💡 Register for free here! https://lnkd.in/dCxpwCww Here's just some of the topics we'll discuss: * What's hot in functional drinks, energy drinks and health & wellness? * How do you distinguish 'good' from 'bad' innovation? * How important are celeb endorsements when it comes to brand building? * How do you get investors to invest in your brand?

Innovation Saturday! Have you got your thinking cap on? I happened to run into David Black at a Chamber of Commerce meeting. We meet at a similar meeting several months ago. He has a unique, innovative and fun biz idea. So far, so good! Lately he has been selling at community events. 🚀 Exciting Discovery: Brewing Innovation at Caffestation! ☕ Don't you just love stumbling upon companies that ingeniously identify unmet needs in the marketplace and concoct innovative solutions? Well, I've got a gem for you – meet David Black, the visionary owner, and operator of the one and only portable coffee shop! ☕🚚 Imagine this: David rolls up to your facility, ready to brew up a storm and serve you a piping hot cup of your favorite coffee, espresso or tea. Talk about a game-changer! ☕✨ His brainchild, Caffestation, is set to redefine the coffee experience by bringing the cafe directly to you. No more mundane office coffee breaks; instead, enjoy the aroma and taste of freshly brewed coffee right at your doorstep. 🏡 Curious to learn more about this fantastic concept? Head over to caffestation.com to explore how David is revolutionizing the coffee scene with his portable coffee shop. Think about the possibilities! Whether it's a special event, a crucial meeting, or just a regular day that deserves an extra boost, Caffestation is here to elevate your coffee experience. ☕🌟 Let's raise our mugs to innovation, creativity, and the joy that comes with discovering businesses like Caffestation! 🎉✨ caffestation.com Here's a picture of David. Be sure to check out his website to get your coffee! #caffestation #innovation #Strategy #Marketing #BeckyAmble #FutureFocus Future Focus

In the dynamic arena of event food & drink, where culinary innovation takes center stage, today’s edible entertainment demands a multisensory journey that surprise the taste buds with new flavor combinations and immersive storytelling. And, events have always been hubs for pushing the boundaries and trying something new. Read on to discover how these occasions become ideal platforms for culinary experimentation, allowing for the exploration of emerging food trends and the trial of unique serving methods.

What if non-alcoholic beverages didn’t want to imitate alcoholic drinks? 🍸❌ Instead of playing the same game, some brands are exploring completely new spaces. During the recent non-alcoholic conference, I was thrilled to see brands stepping away from the same old. 🙌 Some brands are done with the idea of making an “almost whiskey” or an “almost gin.” They’re creating something new. They’re turning their products into something entirely fresh—a whole new category altogether. This is exactly what Sylva Labs is doing. They’re not trying to make a whiskey without alcohol. They’re exploring new ingredients and techniques to create something that’s never been tasted before. 🔥 Here’s how: 💥 Sonic Aging — A revolutionary process with oxygen, heat, pressure, and ultrasound extracts flavors from wood. 🌳 The Power of Wood — They’re exploring wood as an ingredient itself, building flavour profiles that stand on their own. 🚀 Continuous Innovation — Four new spirits each year, all wildly different from the last. Each a journey into unexplored tastes and ingredients. What if your brand wasn’t focused on imitation, but on creation? How could you rethink the rules to build a category all your own? 🌱

🌿 As the European Food & Beverage Plastic Packaging Summit 2024 kicks-off today, we are thrilled to extend our support to our esteemed clients attending this pivotal event in Porto, Portugal, on 15th & 16th May. 🌿 This summit stands at the forefront of sustainable packaging innovation, offering a unique blend of insightful discussions, market trends, and regulatory updates tailored for the food and beverage industry. EMG is fully committed to ensuring our clients not only attend but also stand out at this gathering of industry trailblazers. Our team has been steadily preparing, leveraging our expertise in industrial communications and marketing to elevate compelling narratives and engaging presentations that resonate with the summit's themes. From innovative packaging designs to sustainable business practices, we're here to help you showcase your groundbreaking solutions. Networking is at the heart of this event, and we're excited about the opportunities it presents for our clients. Engaging with industry peers, sharing insights, and fostering collaborations are pivotal for driving the industry toward more sustainable practices. EMG is dedicated to facilitating these connections, ensuring our clients maximize their face-to-face interactions and forge meaningful partnerships. As clients head into the event today, our focus is on empowering them as industrial innovators to make impactful change. Whether it's through thought leadership, media relations networking, or strategic positioning, EMG is here to support your journey toward sustainable excellence in food and beverage packaging. Let's make a mark on the future of packaging together in Porto! 📢 Are you looking to make a lasting impression at industry events like the European Food & Beverage Plastic Packaging Summit? EMG is your partner in creating impactful event experiences and strategic communications that resonate. Click on the link to fill out our form and let's connect! https://bit.ly/44yx7Rr. #SustainablePackaging #FoodAndBeverage #Porto2024 #PackagingSummit #EcoFriendly

The #2024RestaurantShow show closed this week, and I'm happy to say, it was business as usual. What do I mean by that?   I mean it in the best of ways. There were plenty of innovative new products on display, great speakers and sessions, and many great connections to be had, as usual. It is truly THE conference for our industry.   The food and beverages on display ran the gamut of new and trendy to traditional and classic, and everything in between. For me, the classics win out. Pizza is my jam, and the show did not disappoint this year. I also made a trip to the Vienna Beef booth for a good old fashioned Chicago-Style Hot Dog (dragged through the garden, as they say). Grilled cheese, anyone? Sorry if you missed the Tillamook booth, because that was a mighty good sandwich! I rounded out my sample journey with a trip to the Lil' Orbits booth for some fresh mini donuts. A real a crowd pleaser.   Elohi Strategic Advisors had our own booth again this year and shared some of our space with a new partner, Longbottom & Co. The absolute best Bloody Mary mix on the planet. It will make you re-think the Bloody Mary.    While the food and beverage samples were great, there were other themes that I noticed along the way. Sustainability was at the forefront, with compostable packaging, plates and utensils everywhere.    Automation was another major theme. From upgraded cooking and dispensing solutions, to full on robots, there were plenty of options available to help operators solve labor and efficiency issues.    The last theme that stood out to me was simply the overall quality of the discussions I had on the show floor. From attendees asking all the right questions, to exhibitors who understood the industry and all of the challenges that operators face, the relationship-driven nature of foodservice business was in full swing.    The National Restaurant Association Show reminds me every year why I love this business.  

The Power of the Future Trend forecasting reveals your clients’ changing wishes and mindset— a powerful source of inspiration to grow your business. What can you develop to fulfill your clients’ evolving preferences— and turn them into new business? It can be anything: food, drinks, service, products, or events. Create a future that inspires and drives new business. #LadyInBlu #Ibiza #Hospitality #TrendForecasting #GrowYourBusiness #ClientPreferences #InspireAndCreate #FutureOfBusiness #FutureInspiration

Shaping the Future of Beverage Packaging The beverage packaging scene is undergoing a huge transformation with advancing technology and sustainability issues. Join Francis Watari as he unravels the exciting trends revolutionizing the world of beverage packaging! From sustainable solutions to premium experiences and intelligent innovations. Explore how companies are embracing eco-friendly materials, sleek designs, and cutting-edge technologies to deliver unparalleled consumer experiences. Learn about the impact of social media, personalization, and minimalism on packaging trends. Dive into the article to uncover the future of beverage packaging and how it's shaping the industry's landscape. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dpUM8qU3 #packaging #foodbusiness #beverages #beverageindustry #magazines

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We’re regularly asked about our secret sauce. What is it that makes our work valuable to clients and their customers/consumers? Working holistically is at the heart of any answer – it means that we can solve complex innovation challenges, create better ideas, make faster progress, and enable easier adoption.  But what does that look like in practise? In this video Dr Alex Hellawell and Alex Massey have a deeply holistic conversation on how we’re working to solve some of the most complex and pressing challenges facing the Food and Beverage sector right now.  Which of your challenges feels most complicated?  What’s most pressing?  https://lnkd.in/ePjn8Bhe #FoodHub #Innovation #FoodAndBeverage Innovia Technology