13- 15 MAY 2025 | BILBAO - BEC

Italy as Guest country: Tradition Meets Startups: How Italian Family-Owned Food Innovators are leading the Industry

Wed 27 May | 13:15 - 14:00

Language: Simultaneus translation

This panel explores how family-owned food companies are partnering with startups to drive innovation while preserving their heritage. As the agrifood sector evolves, many traditional food leaders are embracing open innovation to explore new technologies, sustainable ingredients, digital solutions, and more efficient supply chains. The discussion will highlight how collaboration with startups helps these companies stay competitive and unlock new opportunities for long-term growth.

Speakers
Alessandro Schena

Alessandro Schena

Open innovation Manager

Loacker

Laurette De Franco

Laurette De Franco

Head of Open Innovation

Barilla

Graziano Stasi

Graziano Stasi

Head of Specialty Ingredients and Retail

Casillo

Manuel Sirgiovanni

Manuel Sirgiovanni

General Manager

Martino Rossi

Moderator
Alberto Barbari

Alberto Barbari

Regional VP Italy

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