Press Release

Chicago, 16 April 2024

In a collaborative effort to support gender diversity and empowerment within the food and beverage industry, NZX and SGX Commodities, SRW Agency, Edible Chemistry, and HighGround Dairy are proud to announce their sponsorship of the dairy-focused Females in Food event at the upcoming ADPI/ABI Annual Conference in Chicago.

Females in Food events serve as vital community gatherings for women in the food and beverage industry, providing opportunities to establish connections, forge friendships, and advance careers. By sponsoring these events, our companies are demonstrating their commitment to Females in Food’s mission to empower and advance more women into senior leadership roles across the F&B industry.

Females in Food is the leading professional platform for advancing women across every sector of the F&B industry. The Females in Food team delivers programs and experiences that advance women at every stage of their career, accelerate workplace equity and drive business growth. They do this by convening a professional community, elevating corporate brands, and developing talent.

The sponsorship of the Females in Food event underscores our collective commitment to supporting women’s careers and fostering diversity within our industry.

Press Release, February 14th, 2024

Females in Food (FIF), the pioneering professional platform dedicated to narrowing the gender gap across all sectors of the food and beverage (F&B) industry, is proud to announce its upcoming reception at the Natural Products Expo West 2024.

The event will be held on March 14th from 5:15pm to 6:45pm at the Doria Room in the Westin Hotel, Anaheim. Attendees of the Expo are invited to join FIF for an evening of connection, empowerment, and refreshments.

The event is open to all women in the F&B industry who are passionate about driving positive change. Registration along with more information can be found here.

Females in Food is honored to have the support of Tetra Pak, Retail Partner Solutions, and In Food Marketing and Design as sponsors for this event.

To learn more about Females in Food and to join as a individual or corporate member, click here.

Press Release

Chicago, IL – Calling all trailblazing women in the Food and Beverage industry and those aspiring to make their mark! Females In Food invites you to join us in the heart of Chicago for an exclusive evening of networking and empowerment. Females In Food is a community dedicated to advancing high-achieving women in the Food and Beverage industry. We believe in the power of connections, resources, and opportunities to elevate women’s careers in the F&B industry in an effort to close the gender gap at the top.

Additionally, Females in Food acts as a trusted advisor and partner to F&B companies in attracting, hiring, and retaining experienced women from every sector of the food and beverage industry. This Chicago event is made possible through the generous support and sponsorship of three industry leaders: Sosland Publishing, Edible Chemistry Consulting, and HighGround Dairy. This event serves as an example of industry collaboration and support for the Females In Food community’s mission to empower and advance women in the Food and Beverage sector.

The sponsorship from Sosland Publishing, Edible Chemistry Consulting, and HighGround Dairy showcases their dedication to fostering diversity and excellence within the industry. Join us for this impactful event that will not only facilitate networking but also celebrate the unity and support of industry leaders towards achieving the Females In Food community’s goals.

Event Sponsors:

Sosland Publishing – Sosland Publishing is a distinguished business-to-business trade publishing company owned and managed by a family of editors and publishers who are dedicated to delivering indispensable content to the food industry. Their content-centric approach sets them apart in the publishing world, and their unwavering commitment to the highest editorial standards enables them to serve advertisers and industries with excellence.

Edible Chemistry Consulting – Edible Chemistry Consulting, a woman-owned company, was founded to assist companies of all sizes in developing scientific processes to solve the unique challenges that arise during the development, scale-up, and commercialization of beverage, dairy, supplement, and food products. With over 15 years of industry experience, Edible Chemistry Consulting provides the expertise and tools necessary to create success rooted in science.

HighGround Dairy – HighGround Dairy is a leading provider of global dairy analysis, research, and opinion, as well as hedging strategy, derivative execution, and insurance services. They empower industry professionals to make informed decisions by leveraging their decades of US and international dairy and grain market experience. HighGround Dairy tailors’ solutions for clients across the entire dairy supply chain, meeting their unique needs.

Join us for this exciting event and experience the power of networking, collaboration, and empowerment in the Food and Beverage industry. To secure your spot and learn more about this event, please visit https://femalesinfood.community/for-individuals

For media inquiries, please contact:

Angela Dodd

Founder

contact@femalesinfood.community

Press Release: October 19th, 2023

We proudly unveil the inaugural winners of The Females in Food Spotlight Award, recognizing women who have made a significant impact on the food and beverage industry. These outstanding leaders have shown innovation, dedication, and a strong commitment to advancing the industry.

The Spotlight Award: A Recap

The Spotlight Award was conceived as a tribute to the women who have made significant contributions to the food and beverage industry across various sectors, including CPG, Retail, Food Service, B2B Suppliers, and Consultants. These women were nominated for having demonstrated not only exemplary leadership, innovation, and dedication but also a deep commitment to empowering others and advocating for women’s advancement.

We are thrilled to introduce you to the 12 phenomenal women who will be taking center stage as the recipients of The FIF Spotlight Award.

We’ll be spotlighting one winner each month over the coming year beginning in January 2024, sharing their stories, experiences, and wisdom with our community. In addition to receiving this spotlight, each winner also receives an annual membership to the Females in Food Community (valued at $348).

Meet the Trailblazers

Meet the inspiring women who are the inaugural winners of The FIF Spotlight Award. Click on their names below to see their LinkedIn profiles and follow along on LinkedIn @FemalesinFood.Community to learn more about each of them as we spotlight each winner in 2024.

1. Jaime Underwood
2. Yifat Rogers
3. Julia Jones
4. Darla Rieg
5. Taylor Clarke
6. Sandie Deas Ray
7. Danyel O’Connor
8. Colleen Madden
9. MJ Kinney
10. Tiffany Putland
11. Katie Ohotto
12. Angela Pumo

Join Us in Celebrating Excellence

At FIF, we are immensely proud of these outstanding women and their incredible achievements. We invite you to join us in celebrating their excellence and dedication to the food and beverage industry by reaching out to them or sharing this article.

Thank you for being a part of our community. Together, we can continue to support and empower women in the food and beverage industry, ensuring that their contributions are celebrated and acknowledged.

Media Contact:

Angela Dodd
Founder
Contact@femalesinfood.community