Title: Embracing the Plant-Based Plate – Integrating Plant-Based Products into Everyday Meals
Date: Wednesday, September 11 at Plant Based World Expo North America
Time: 11:45am -1 2:45 pm
Location: PBW Pulse Theater, Javits Center NYC

Join us for an enlightening keynote session titled “Embracing the Plant-Based Plate: Integrating Plant-Based Products into Everyday Meals.“ As the global shift towards plant-based eating accelerates, even consumers who haven’t fully embraced a plant-based lifestyle are increasingly incorporating plant-powered options into their diets.

Led by Jay Margolis, CEO of SPINS, this session will explore the significant progress of plant-based products in mainstream markets, offering valuable insights for buyers and brands. With over 25 years of experience in the information and data analytics industry, Margolis brings a wealth of knowledge, particularly in scaling complex business models and accelerating growth within the natural products industry.

This session is designed to educate retailers and foodservice buyers and operators, along with all stakeholders in the plant-based food space seeking to understand consumer trends and advance their business. 

Featured Speakers:

• Jay Margolis, CEO at SPINS, has been a personal advocate of a plant-based diet and lifestyle for decades. As CEO of SPINS, Jay combines his passion for healthy living with his experience in data and analytics to advance the marketplace for plant-based products.
• Joseph Saine, Category Manager at Impossible Foods, plays a pivotal role in guiding the company’s product offerings in the evolving marketplace.
• Jonathan Lawrence, Vice President of Merchandising at Fresh Thyme Market, has over 25 years of experience in the natural foods industry. Lawrence has been instrumental in developing and promoting plant-based products, including his work with the PlantFusion brand and his current role overseeing multiple categories at Fresh Thyme.

This session will provide actionable strategies for integrating plant-based products into everyday meals, backed by SPINS data. Attendees will learn how to appeal to consumers’ evolving tastes and broaden their culinary experiences with diverse plant-based options.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the future of food and gain practical strategies for succeeding in the evolving landscape of plant-based consumption. This keynote promises to be a highlight of the conference, offering deep insights into the trends shaping the industry.

For more information and to register, visit Plant Based World Expo.