Mintel joins the expert stage at ISM Cologne, the biggest trade show for sweets and confectionery, on 25 April 2023.

Katya Witham, Associate Director Mintel Food & Drink, will present the latest trends in snacks and sweets on 25 April at 10.30 am (CET) on the expert stage.

In this presentation, Associate Director Mintel Food & Drink, Katya Witham, will take a deep dive into the trends influencing the sweets and snacks industry. She will present how sustainable practices such as regenerative farming, upcycled innovations and the wise use of resources gain even more importance moving forward, and what role technology can fulfil to support this endeavour. Another big topic in this session will revolve around permissible indulgence and what brands can do to support consumers’ health priorities, while allowing them to treat themselves.

Meet the expert

Katya Witham

Associate Director, Mintel Food & Drink

With a dedicated field of focus on Germany, Katya draws on her comprehensive knowledge of this market to identify and explore the major trends across various FMCG categories. She runs regular field research trips in Germany and brings hands-on experience from her previous role in the strategic development of private label at METRO Group.

EMEA
Food and Drink

April 25th, 2023

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM, CET time

Köln, Germany

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