This event is organised by IFST South East Branch
Join us for the IFST’s South East Branch Annual Meeting to hear about the updates of the branch from this past year and highlights of the coming year.
This will be followed by our annual branch lecture, where this year’s theme will be on ‘The Future of Food Scientists'. This event examines the future role of food scientists and the growing importance of soft skills in shaping successful careers. With insights from speakers representing industry, regulatory and policy sectors, and entrepreneurial start-ups, the discussion will highlight how communication, adaptability, leadership, and collaboration are becoming essential for driving innovation, ensuring compliance, and meeting global food system challenges.
An opportunity for members/non-members, students, graduates and professionals to engage and discuss this topic with networking opportunities. If you would like to attend the networking event immediately following the lecture, please book your spot - CLICK HERE.
What participants will learn:
Participants will gain an understanding of the soft skills that are increasingly critical for success in food science careers, including effective communication, adaptability, leadership, and collaboration. Through perspectives from industry leaders, regulatory and policy experts, and entrepreneurial innovators, they will learn how these competencies complement technical expertise, prepare professionals for diverse career pathways, and equip them to address emerging challenges in the global food system.
Target Audience:
Any students, graduates and professionals in both academia and industry with an interest in food science, nutrition, policy and regulatory and related areas.
Speakers:
Phil Mitchell - Technical Manager, Innocent Drinks
Natalie Alibrandi - Nali Consulting
Ojus Sanjay Rane - Senior Regulatory Executive, FDF
Dr Holly Neill - Science Manager, Yakult
Fees:
£10 - IFST members
£100 - Non-members
£25 - Student non-members (you must register with your student email address and use the Discount Code - SE25student). If you join IFST, you can attend this event for only £1 as student membership is only £26. Click here to become a student member.
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Please note: IFST is a registered charity with the mission of ‘recognising and empowering food professionals by promoting excellence in science and its application throughout the food chain’. Each year, we are proud to run over 60 events, including webinars and workshops, which engage with thousands of food professionals worldwide from over 50 countries.