CIO, European Institute of Innovation & Technology (EIT) Food, Belgium
Experience the Future of Food This October in Seoul!
The global food technology market, valued at $260 billion in 2022, is expected to surpass $360 billion by 2028. HiConf is set to lead this evolution, uniting top industry leaders, innovators, scientists, investors, and policymakers to shape the future of food technology, drive international collaboration, and promote sustainable development for people and the planet.
South Korea, with its expertise in science, AI, and robotics, is emerging as a global foodtech leader. HiConf serves as a platform in Korea to showcase its innovations, adopt global best practices, and foster entrepreneurship, job creation, and international business growth.
All attendees will have the unique opportunity to connect with Korea’s leading experts and international scientists who are pioneering advancements in food technology. The event also offers space for collaboration on cutting-edge projects, leveraging Korea’s scientific excellence to fuel innovation.
HiConf is a hub for groundbreaking discussions, driving both economic growth and sustainable development in the foodtech industry.
Join us in shaping the future of food technology and driving global change!
Doors Open
Government representatives will address the audience spotlighting the political processes driving food transformation from a global and local perspective.
Welcome Session
Sori Moon, Moderator & News Anchor, Korea
Welcome Address
High-level Government Representative, Korea
Welcome Address
High-level Government Representative, United Arab Emirates
Welcome Address - Video
Kim Gwan-young,
Governor of Jeonbuk State, Korea
Welcome Address
Prof. Ki Won Lee, Co-Chairman, Korea FoodTech Council, Korea
This session will focus on global investments and developments in food transformation, highlighting opportunities and implications for the local market.
Welcome to session 2
Sori Moon, Moderator & News Anchor, Korea
Impulse Presentation - Global Investments for Global Needs
Dr.
Manon Littek,
Founder & CEO, Green Generation Funds, Germany
Commercial Impulse Presentation – How to Design Products in a Global Environment: Exploring Innovations in Food Tech
Dr.
Gregory Yep,
CTO, CheilJedang Food, Korea
The Big Opening Panel - Moderated by Dominic Jeong, President, Korean Bio-based Future Food Industry Committee & CEO, Simple Planet
Sergei Ivanov, Executive Director & Member of the Board, EFKO Group, Russia
Prof. Ki Won Lee, Co-Chairman, Korea FoodTech Council, Korea
Young-hoon Park, CEO, D.Camp & FRONT1, Korea
Raymund Scheffler, Founder & CEO of the HITI Fund & Member of the Board, Novel Foods Group LLC, United Arab Emirates
Dr. Gregory Yep, CTO, CheilJedang Food, Korea
Tao Zhang, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Dao Foods International, China
Dr. Andy Zynga, Consultant & Professor, Ex-CEO EIT Food, Belgium
Coffee Break
Showcasing the best cases and innovations to inspire the audience and provide a glimpse of what is already possible.
Welcome to Session 3
Sori Moon, Moderator & News Anchor, Korea
Case Study
Alex Song, CEO, Shinsegae Food, Korea
Case Study
Paolo Costa, CEO, Biolumen, USA
Case Study
Anna El Tahchy,
Founding Director & CTO, Nourish Ingredients, Australia
Case Study
Michele Stansfield, CEO, Cauldron Ferm, Australia
Lunch & Networking
Focusing on the medical side of nutrition, especially Korean products and their potential for the international market.
Welcome to Session 4
Sori Moon, Moderator & News Anchor, Korea
Impulse Presentation
Rohini Bajekal, M. Sc. Nutritionist& Board-Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional, United Kingdom
Case Study
Yong-Chul Shin, Chairman & CSO of Amicogen, Korea
Case Study
Sina Albanese, Founder & CEO, Koralo Food, Korea
Case Study
Dr. Yun Ha Hwang, Director, Dongwha Pharm, Korea
Highlighting best practices, state-of-the-art techniques, and international investor relations.
Welcome to Session 5
Sori Moon, Moderator & News Anchor, Korea
Stage 1
moderated by Jeongtae Kim, Moderator, CEO & President, MYSC, Korea
Stage 2
moderated by Magel Kim, Accelerator & Executive Director, Krypton Co., Ltd.
Impulse Presentation
International Markets for Alt-Protein
Viola Chen, Manager, GFI Consultancy, China
14:00
Pitch #1
Stepahne Chen, CEO & Founder, Another Food, Singapore (Cell-Based Coffee)
14:00
Pitch #2
Nélida Leiva Eriksson, CEO, Ironic Biotech, Sweden (Nutrition Biotech)
Case Study - Product Portfolio Transformation
Patrick Bühr, Head of R&D, Rügenwalder Mühle, Germany
14:45
Pitch #3
14:45
Pitch #4
David Klingen, CEO and Founder of Northern Wonder, Netherlands (Sustainable Coffee)
Case Study - Best Food Ingredient 2023
Chen-Yu Huang, CEO, Lypid, USA/Taiwan
15:30
Pitch #5
Jake Berber, CEO & Founder, Prefer Coffee, Singapore (Fermented Coffee)
15:30
Pitch #6
Panel Discussion
Sina Albenese, Founder & CEO, Koralo Food, Korea
Viola Chen, Manager, GFI Consultancy, China
Jen-Yu Huang, CEO, Lypid, USA
Moderated by Christian Kuhn, Head of dfv MICE Media
Coffee Break
Partnership Presentation – Korea’s Startup Ecosystem
Hyun-woo Kim, CEO, Seoul Business Agency, Korea
Partnership Presentation
Seungha Baek, Director (Agri Food Division) Jeunbuk State, Jeonju
Exploring the next big thing in food production and nutrition. Making humans stronger and more competitive without harming health or the planet.
Welcome to Session 6
Sori Moon, Moderator & News Anchor, Korea
Impulse Presentation - Markets & Products
Dr. Adam M.
Adamek
, CIO at European Institute of Innovation & Technology (EIT) Food, Belgium
Presentation of Novel Foods
Achraf Kawwa, Head of R&D, Novel Foods Group L.L.C, UAE
Case Study - Sweet Proteins
Antonella De Lazzari, Founder & CBO, Naturannova, Chile
Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Sori Moon, Moderator & News Anchor, Korea
Prof. Ki Won Lee, Co-Chairman, Korea FoodTech Council, Korea
Raymund Scheffler, Founder & CEO, Member of the Board, HITI Fund, Novel Foods Group LLC
End of Event
Invite Only - VIP Dinner
Entrepreneurs
Investors
Government representatives
Scientists
Food industry players: big corporations and R&D centers
Public nutrition industry representatives
Technology specialists