What beverages reveal about where nutrition is headed

25 Sept 2026
Main Stage
Main Stage

Simpler to reformulate and faster to scale, drinks often lead functional innovation. They are one of the fastest-moving formats in nutrition. As consumers increasingly seek products that support energy, wellbeing and performance, what can beverages tell us about where consumer demand is heading next? What do beverages reveal about what people want from food, and what lessons should shape wider portfolio decisions? 

Host
Karen Xiang
Karen Xiang, Investment Lead
Speakers
Simon Claessens
Simon Claessens, Global Director