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Don't miss the largest global food science and innovation expo. At IFT FIRST, July 13-16, in Chicago, you'll connect with innovators, decision-makers, and solution providers across every sector of food science and technology—all in one highly-engaged environment.

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Michiel Bakker

 

 

Headlining Keynote Speaker: Michiel Bakker

Michiel Bakker, President of the Culinary Institute of America and former head of Google's global workplace programs, including Food at Google, will deliver the headlining keynote at IFT FIRST, July 13-16 in Chicago. With 30+ years of global leadership in food and hospitality, Bakker brings extensive expertise in innovation and sustainability to this premier food science event.

What is IFT FIRST?

IFT FIRST means Food Improved by Research, Science, and Technology and it’s THE premier annual food system event. IFT FIRST is where breakthrough innovations meet real-world solutions, bringing together everyone involved in making our food safer, more sustainable, and technologically advanced. Whether you're interested in emerging ingredients, processing technologies, food safety, or sustainability, you'll find cutting-edge research and solutions from many exhibiting companies, alongside thousands of food scientists, researchers, and industry experts. It's where the future of food takes shape.

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