Plant Based World Expo
Event description
Plant Based World Expo brings together food service professionals, retailers, distributors, buyers, brokers, and nonprofits to accelerate the growth of the plant-based sector. Designed to connect and empower businesses across the global supply network, the expo showcases the latest innovations and strategies driving the future of food. Abby Sewell will share insights on how to grow the plant-based category in an evolving market landscape.
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Abby Sewell
CORPORATE ENGAGEMENT MANAGER, GFI
Abby Sewell is the Corporate Engagement Manager at the Good Food Institute, where she partners with food manufacturers and CPG companies to accelerate their transition toward alternative proteins. With 15 years of experience leading marketing and partnership strategy for global brands including General Mills, Procter & Gamble, Grey Goose, and Toyota, Abby brings a unique blend of strategic expertise and sustainability insight to her work. Before joining GFI, she helped Fortune 500 companies deliver data-driven, creative marketing solutions. Abby has shared insights on brand innovation and sustainable food systems at major industry events including Ad Week NYC and StreamCon. She holds a B.S. in Integrated Marketing Communications from Ithaca College and specialized training in Food Sustainability from NYU.
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