7:00 am Registration & Morning Coffee
8:00 am Workshop: Sweet Protein Masterclass: Lessons in Performance, Production & Market Fit to Accelerate the Adoption of Sweet Proteins
Synopsis
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10:15 am Chair’s Opening Remarks
Diversifying & Maximizing the Sweetener & Alternatives Toolbox
10:20 am Evaluating Monk Fruit Juice Concentrate as a Clean-Label Workaround
Synopsis
- Examine how Monk Fruit Juice Concentrate is currently used to claim “no added sugar” and “no added sweeteners”
- Understand the regulatory grey areas and how they’re leveraged for clean label and tax-friendly positioning
- Compare benefits (consumer trust, clean-label alignment) with trade-offs (caloric impact, cost, and supply constraints)
10:50 am Morning Speed-Networking Break
Synopsis
Our well-known networking format enables everyone in the room to meet face to face before presentations resume. Find common ground with attendees through quick-fire conversations, before moving to the next table to meet another group. A proven way to uncover the expertise of
those attending, with vast experience within sugar reduction space.
11:50 am How Can We Reduce Sugar in Food Without Replacing the Sugar?
Synopsis
- Overview of the enzyme ingredient technology that converts sugar into fiber within the digestive system
- Walk through a case study of how this technology can be used in food applications
- Understand regulatory and labeling implications for the reduction of sugar after consumption
12:20 pm Blending Functional Amino Acids to Optimize Flavor and Deliver Health Benefits
Synopsis
- Explore the use of L-Alanine and other amino acids to deliver mild sweetness and enhance flavor through synergistic interactions
- Evaluate how functional amino acids can support flavor profiles in dairy and beverage applications while supporting blood sugar management
- Discuss formulation strategies that intersect flavor modulation and nutritional function for clean-label product development
12:50 pm Lunch Break
Synopsis
Take this chance to meet the expert speakers, connect with your peers and explore our exhibition hall to meet fresh and familiar faces!
2:00 pm Unlocking Reb M’s Full Potential Across Formulation Challenges
Synopsis
- Review evidence on Reb M’s taste, solubility, and stability across categories
- Explore how taste modulators and build-back tools can offset missing sugar functions
- Assess why Reb M remains a strong option despite current cost barriers
Reformulating Products with Precision to Enhance Taste, Texture, and Function
2:30 pm Sugar Reduction in Snack Foods: Effect of Sugar Replacers
Synopsis
- Explore formulation strategies using sugar replacers to lower sugar content while maintaining taste and texture
- Understand application constraints based off product
3:00 pm Afternoon Break & Poster Session
Synopsis
Grab a coffee and explore our exhibition booths, networking and posters! This is the perfect opportunity to present your recent work, and spark discussions with fellow leaders!
To learn more about the poster session, please get in touch by emailing info@hansonwade.com.
3:30 pm Roundtable: Adapting Sugar Reduction Strategies for the GLP-1 Era
Synopsis
The rise of GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy is already transforming eating habits, appetite, and food preferences, posing both challenges and opportunities for snacking & confectionary product lines. This session will explore how formulation strategies can evolve to meet the changing nutritional needs and consumption behaviors of this rapidly growing consumer segment.
Join peers from across the sector to discuss:
- How GLP-1 therapies are reshaping appetite and sugar consumption patterns
- Formulating low-sugar products that deliver satiety, nutritional density, and functional benefits for GLP1 patients
- Navigating the intersection of regulatory changes, public health goals, and commercial product development in the context of anti-obesity medications