Are insects, cultured meat and meal replacement powders the key to building a better food future? Decide for yourself at this month’s Food+Tech Meetup.

We’ll hear from five alternative protein pioneers who are working to catapult a healthier and more sustainable food system from farm to fork. You’ll get an inside look at their companies’ business models, products, challenges and lessons learned.

Details

• When: October 1 – 7:00-9:30 PM
• Where: LMHQ (150 Broadway, 20th Floor, NY, NY)
• RSVP: Space is limited, so make sure to RSVP HERE today!

There will also be networking, and lots of drinks and nibbles from Taste Wine Company, Ox Verte, Pure Genius Provisions,Better Beast and 29. Private Kitchen.

Schedule

7:00 – 7:45: Networking, Snacks & Drinks

7:45 – 9:00: Presentations & Q&A

9:00 – 9:30: More Networking

Confirmed Presenters

Greg Sewitz & Gabi Lewis – Co-founders, Exo – Exo is pioneering insect protein as a sustainable and nutritious food alternative.

Gilonne d’Origny – COO, New Harvest – New Harvest is a strategic grant-making organization advancing breakthroughs in cellular agriculture, that means meat, eggs, milk, etc. made from cell cultures rather than from an animal. It is kickstarting an industry of animal products made without animals and envisions a world where we consume animal products without harming life. New Harvest funds inspiring, promising and groundbreaking research while convening and informing stakeholders.

Sebastian Garcia & Danielle Soto – Co-founders, Sani -Sani is personalized food that contains every nutrient your body specifically needs based on who you are and your health goals. With just a little water, you can have a perfect meal on the go, but with four ingredients or less you can make cookies, breads and more.

Want to Present?

We’re looking for two more alternative protein innovators to present. Email nina[at]foodtechconnect[dot]com with more information about your company if you’re interested.

Space Partner

Companies and individuals come together at LMHQ to collaborate, activate and accelerate their growth. From thought leadership discussions and innovation clinics, to unique social events, performances and arts + culture experiences, LMHQ is a premiere venue for the creative community to forge meaningful connections. Become a member today at lmhq.nyc.

Food & Beverage Partners

Taste Wine Company, called “the Spotify of wine” by Edible Manhattan, is disrupting the retail wine space with wine dispensing machines and a mobile app encouraging customers to taste their wine before buying it.  The more youTaste and then rate thewines, the better the recommendations from the app. Check them out at 50 3rd Ave or download their App to learn more.

Ox Verte – A forward-thinking food company that caters to the health-conscious and hungry alike.

Pure Genius – The gluten-free, vegan brownies and blondies from Pure Genius Provisions are  packed with protein and fiber, and free of GMOs and allergens. The secret ingredient: beans! Now that’s Pure Genius.

Better Beast – Whether you’re fighting with the stapler, twirling barbells or just wrestling with everyday gravity, Better Beast has got your back. Packed with extra protein, its peanut butter provides essential calories and over 30 vitamins & minerals.