VWS Pathfinder

We are excited to announce the return of VWS Pathfinder, the world’s first and only women founder summit and pitch competition dedicated exclusively to animal-free innovation through the future of food, fashion, beauty, and biotechnology innovation. We invite you to join us virtually on Friday, October 29th, 2021 for this worldwide event.

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Bruce Friedrich

FOUNDER & CEO
Bruce will serve on the selection committee for this year’s VWS Pathfinder Competition.

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Upcoming events

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Virtual Event

The Business of Alt Protein: How to communicate your brand story, a practical three-part series with Brian Cooley

Join us for The Business of Alt Protein: How to communicate your brand story, a practical three-part series with Brian Cooley.

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The Future of Alternative Proteins Panel

Join Claire Bomkamp, GFI’s Senior Scientist for Cultivated Meat and Seafood, for The Future of Alternative Proteins panel.

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Future Food-Tech Chicago – Sustainable Proteins & Ingredients

Join us in Chicago to connect with industry leaders, explore cutting-edge solutions, and shape the future of sustainable proteins.

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Building Your Alt Protein Career: Food science, consulting, and science communication

Discover academic and industry career paths in the alternative protein sector, and get inspired by real-world experiences and actionable advice from our guest speaker.

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Virtual Event

Building Your Alt Protein Career

Discover academic and industry career paths in the alternative protein sector, and get inspired by real-world experiences and actionable advice from our guest speaker.

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Virtual Event

Building Your Alt Protein Career

Discover academic and industry career paths in the alternative protein sector, and get inspired by real-world experiences and actionable advice from our guest speaker.