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SupplySide Global Education: Trends and Innovation bundle

GLP-1 and the health and nutrition industry: What now?

The word “opportunity” abounds in this space, but what do product developers, marketers and regulatory professionals need to know to take advantage of these opportunities? In this session, we’ll discuss how the market has shifted in the past couple of years, what side effects or nutritional needs the supplement industry can address, and what you should and should not put on a label. If you want to jump into the GLP-1 game or are already there, you need to attend this session.

Leading through disruption: C-suite strategies for growth, compliance and consumer trust

Executives in the supplement, food and beverage industries are navigating one of the most dynamic periods in recent history. Upheaval in regulatory frameworks, shifting global supply chains and evolving consumer demands around transparency, sustainability and science-backed efficacy are causing today’s leaders to make strategic decisions from a place of uncertainty. This session brings together industry executives and thought leaders for a candid discussion on how to lead through turbulence and build a strategy to future-proof your business.

More than the formula: What R&D needs to succeed (innovation)

The requirements of R&D professionals continue to increase. Not only do formulators need to know the clinical data behind the functional ingredients they’re using, they also need to understand COGS (cost of goods sold), how to scale and how to make a formula marketable. Attend this session and make yourself a more hirable, knowledgeable and skilled formulator.

Supplement trends: Aligning supplement strategy with consumer reality

In an industry that changes as often as the weather, it’s imperative to stay on top of what’s trending. In this session, we’ll cover overall consumer trends with our friends from Nutrition Business Journal, as well as specific insight into consumer trust issues, GLP-1 strategies, personalization, genomics and more. This jam-packed session will provide enough information for you to build a road map for the next couple of years to bring great business success.

Trial by fire: Reinventing clinicals for next-gen product launches

The world of clinical trials is changing — fast. From AI-powered recruitment tools to real-time data capture and decentralized designs, companies that want to stay competitive need to rethink how they plan and execute studies. This panel will explore the innovations transforming trial design, the legal pitfalls brands need to navigate, and how smart clinical strategy fuels product development and marketing. Whether you're scaling a new study or refining your claims game, this is where clinical meets commercial.

The guts to win: Microbiome innovations 

The more we learn about the connection between the microbiome and other health outcomes, the more opportunity there is for the supplement industry to innovate. In this hour-long discussion, we’ll cover personalized nutrition based on microbiome testing and current research into microbiome-targeted therapies.

Poppin’ pills and pouches: Supplement delivery systems innovations

The generational divide for supplement delivery systems seems starker than ever. According to Nutrition Business Journal’s 2024 special report on delivery formats, Boomers want pills, Millennials and Gen Z want gummies. But where do effervescents, pouches, mints, melts and other interesting formats fit? Join what is sure to be a fascinating session about trendy ways people are taking their supplements, and what product developers need to know about formulation of the delivery system their audience wants most.

Where science meets nature: The challenge of synthetic biology 

From precision fermentation to synthetic botanicals, the dietary supplement industry has long utilized science to produce ingredients and products. Some, however, (including regulators under the leadership of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.) might argue against using synthetic materials as supplement ingredients, even if they are considered biologically identical. This session will cover the essential discourses for those who want to understand the two perspectives in order to make the best decision for their business. 

Collagen peptides are so hot right now

Collagen peptides are a popular option in the nutricosmetics space, and for good reason. The clinical data is solid, and the products are popular. According to Glanbia Nutritionals, 6% of U.S. consumers have used collagen in the past three months. But collagen peptides are not just for the beauty industry anymore! In this session, we’ll look at new opportunities for bioactive collagen peptides in sports performance, recovery, stress, mood and healthy aging.

Smarter, faster, cleaner: How AI is reshaping supplement innovation

Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept — it’s transforming how the supplement industry develops products today. In this session, explore how AI-powered predictive modeling is being used to optimize bioavailability, forecast efficacy and accelerate formulation decisions. Learn how companies are using AI to unlock the potential of complex compounds like terpenes, peptides and fungi. Whether you’re seeking to reduce R&D (research and development) cycles or bring more precise, digitized and data-backed solutions to market, this session will provide a practical look at how AI is quickly becoming a cornerstone of innovation strategy in supplements.

Ingredient Idol 2025: Supplements

Back for its fifth year at SupplySide Global, Ingredient Idol is where the supplement industry’s brightest ingredient innovations step into the spotlight. In 2025, we’re showcasing what’s new, what’s next and what could redefine the future of wellness — with a lineup of standout ingredients launched no earlier than Jan. 1, 2024. This fast-paced, live competition will focus on three of the industry’s most talked-about health categories: weight management, hormonal health and nutricosmetics. Three finalists in each category — selected by SupplySide Supplement Journal editors— will pitch their ingredient to a panel of expert judges and a live audience.

Which ingredients will win the trophy? Join us at the Innovation Stage to experience the energy, the innovation and the next generation of supplement science — live.

Ugly leftovers, big ideas: Building next-gen ingredients from what’s left behind

Upcycled ingredients sound like a sustainability win — but behind every success is a messier story involving excess byproduct, formulation hurdles and supply chain friction. In this session, we’ll unpack the real drivers behind upcycling: What makes an ingredient worth rescuing? How do brands navigate inconsistencies in raw materials? And how do upcycled inputs hold up in supplements, foods and beverages when it comes to taste, texture and shelf life? From colostrum to eggshells to fruit pulp, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at how innovators are turning waste into high-functioning ingredients — and what it really takes to scale the movement beyond the buzzword.