Meet us in Chicago and network with 100s of alt protein professionals!

With just 10 weeks to go until The Future of Protein Production Chicago, taking place at McCormick Place on 24/25 April 2024, hundreds of delegates from all around the world are already confirmed to be in attendance. So, we thought we'd highlight why we're really excited to welcome you all to the USA's undisputed hub of food tech...

Even more exciting, though, as a subscriber to our LinkedIn newsletter, we're pleased to be able to offer you an exclusive 20% discount on the delegate's pass. Click here, using the following code LI20, to join us and participate in this year's most exciting event for accelerating and commercializing alternative proteins at scale in North America.

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If you're involved in any of the below fields, this conference has been shaped for you by industry experts to help your business succeed.

Plant-Based | Cultivated Meat | Fermentation-enabled Proteins | Molecular Farming

Our world-class agenda features:

• +75 speakers | +30 exclusive presentations | 8 panel discussions featuring the industry's most respected thought-leaders | A Startup Pitch Symposium with 20 innovative young companies and a panel of expert judges

• Our fantastic speaker lineup includes Arpad Csay , Andrew D Ive , Anne Palermo , Brian P. Sylvester , David Ziskind, PE, PMP , Elizabeth Gutschenritter , Elysabeth Alfano , Eric Schulze, PhD , Daniel Kennedy , Fengru L. (Lin), Hamid Noori , Joshua March , Justin Whiteley , Kimberly Ong , Nadji Rekhif , Mervyn de Souza , Panchali Chakraborty , Ricardo Moura, PhD , Shannon Theobald , Ryan Kromhout , Tim Geistlinger , Stephanie Hice, PhD , Udi Lazimy , Laine Clark ... and they're just a third of the 75 speakers you will meet and hear in April!

In specially themed sessions focusing on:

• Regulations | Retail & Food-Service | Processing Technologies | Next-Generation Protein Manufacturing | Value Chain Collaboration | Facility Development & Scaling

And you will...

• Meet +20 exhibitors including Arborea , Coperion , GEA Group , KROHNE , New Wave Biotech , The Protein Brewery , Triplebar , Stantec , Ginkgo Bioworks, Inc. , The Cultivated B , and Merrick & Company
• Network with +400 attendees during +8 hours of scheduled networking, enhanced via a matchmaking app to schedule meetings with all delegates, speakers and exhibitors before, during and after the event to maximize your time and efficiency during your time with us. Sign up today to book meetings with experts from USDA , FDA , The Good Food Institute , 雀巢 , 波士顿谘询公司 , Hamilton Company , Ingredion Incorporated , 嘉吉 , Tufts University , 奇华顿 , Perfect Day , Big Idea Ventures , ProVeg International , and hundreds more!

Here's 7 Great Reasons To Attend

1. Source New Innovations: Find the latest technologies and solutions from companies across the entire alternative proteins supply chain

2. Discover New Tips & Tactics: Learn about production technology breakthroughs, trends, and concerns as well as practical solutions to the challenges from the companies leading the way

3. Learn From Experts: Understand how to navigate the complex regulatory landscape or scaling challenges for plant-based, cultivated and fermentation-enabled proteins

4. Dedicated Exhibition Area: Hear about - and sample - the latest products and experience cutting-edge food technologies in our exhibitor area

5. Build Relationships: Join our networking receptions to meet hundreds of peers over complimentary drinks and bites - people like you who are committed to innovating the future food system!

6. Level-Up Your Skills: Attending our conference will enhance both your professional and personal development, increase your knowledge base and improve your skillset so you can be more effective in your own role

7. Maximize Your Valuable Time: Download our 'matchmaking' app to schedule meetings with other delegates, speakers and exhibitors, ensuring you get the most out of your two days with us in Chicago!

Why Chicago?

The city has a strong network of local investors dedicated to food-related ventures. In 2021, in fact, 25% of investors in food-related venture capital deals were local, showcasing their commitment to the industry's growth. The city is home to prestigious universities like 美国西北大学 and the 美国芝加哥大学 , which provide research expertise, talent, and innovation pipelines for food-tech companies. Illinois, surrounding Chicago, is also a major agricultural producer, creating a natural synergy between traditional agriculture and emerging food technologies. And Chicago has a growing focus on sustainable food practices, creating demand for technologies that address issues such as food waste reduction and alternative protein sources. Chicago's combination of a vibrant food scene, strong startup ecosystem, supportive investment climate, academic prowess, agricultural ties, and government initiatives creates a unique environment that fosters food-tech innovation and positions the city as a major player in this evolving field and a natural first choice for The Future of Protein Production to establish its North American home.

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We look forward to seeing you in person in 10 weeks, and announcing our exciting plans for 2025 and beyond!