ABOUT US

We give you the foresight to feed the future, the strategy to scale sustainably, and the business network to execute your AgriFood innovation agenda.

The food system is at a breaking point. Climate change accelerates. Consumer demands evolve.

Traditional supply chains crack under pressure. Old models can’t feed 10 billion people sustainably.
At Forward Fooding, we help bold food companies navigate this transformation, anticipate what’s next, and build the future of food before others even see it coming. We don’t just help them adapt to change—we make them architects of it.

We help them feed forward.
For us, feeding forward isn’t just something we advise on—it’s something we’ve been pioneering since 2015.

OUR STORY

We are a team of planet-focused individuals who are on the move to change the future of Food.

For over a decade, we’ve been the trusted intelligence behind breakthrough food innovations. We’ve worked with game-changing entrepreneurs, forward-thinking corporate executives, and visionary investors to identify opportunities and accelerate growth.
The challenges we solve—feeding a growing population sustainably, transforming outdated food systems—aren’t just industry problems. They’re humanity’s problems. That’s why we’ve evolved from simply connecting the FoodTech ecosystem to strategically shaping it. We’re not just observers of food innovation—we’re its catalysts.
The future of food won’t wait. Neither do we!

OUR
MISSION

Empowering bold food companies to architect the future of food through strategic FoodTech innovation.

We transform market intelligence into competitive advantage, helping food companies anticipate disruption, accelerate innovation, and achieve sustainable scale.

OUR
VALUES

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Collaboration

To build a better food system within the next few decades, both startup companies and corporates must get involved. We believe in the power of collaboration as a ‘force of good’ to create breakthrough innovations. The ones that begins with teamwork, partnership, and cooperation usually lead to better outcomes for all parties involved.

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Impact First

We are driven by actions that challenge the status quo and contribute to bettering our food system. We are defined by our actions, not our words. Those who want to succeed find ways to make it happen, while others find excuses.

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Always Add Value

We believe in adding value to everything we do, understanding different perspectives and serving a greater cause. When you focus on creating genuine value, success follows naturally.

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Tech for Good

Technology and digitization have become ‘growth enablers’ for any business that is looking to remain competitive while adapting to the ever-changing market scenarios. We think embracing new tech solutions is key to creating a more resilient and sustainable food system!

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Think Differently

VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity) environments are likely to be part of our lives. We embrace creativity and ingenuity, finding new solutions and resources others overlook. We think differently, act boldly, and believe it’s better to apologize than ask for permission to challenge the status quo!

OUR COMPETITIVE EDGE

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World’s Largest FoodTech Database & Proprietary Taxonomy

Our platform tracks 30,000+ ecosystem actors including 11,300 international AgriFoodTech startups, backed by a decade of investment transaction data. Our proprietary taxonomy tailors datasets precisely to your innovation strategy, surfacing the most relevant opportunities for your business objectives.

Deep Sector Expertise & Investment Acumen

A decade of partnerships with Fortune 500 F&B companies and their investment arms gives us unparalleled FoodTech sector expertise. We combine deep industry knowledge with proven investment experience to help refine and execute successful open innovation and investment strategies that keep you ahead in the competitive landscape.

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Trusted Global Network & Entrepreneur Access

Our entrepreneur-first approach has built strong relationships across the global AgriFoodTech ecosystem. The annual FoodTech 500—which has attracted 11,700+ applications since 2019—provides unique early access to top innovators while our extensive network of industry experts enables strategic connections that drive meaningful partnerships.

Intelligence that
illuminates

We cut through the noise to deliver the insights that matter. Our proprietary FoodTech intelligence platform tracks 50,000+ innovations, monitors 500+ investors, and analyzes market signals before they become trends.

Strategy that
Scales

We don’t just identify opportunities—we help you seize them. From market entry strategies to partnership blueprints, we provide the roadmap to transform your FoodTech ambitions into market realities.

Execution that
Delivers

Ideas without implementation are just expensive conversations. We partner with you from strategy to execution, ensuring your FoodTech initiatives deliver measurable impact and sustainable growth.

OUR
APPROACH

Our people

The Team

  • Alessio D'Antino

    Founding Partner & CEO

  • Max Leveau

    Founding Partner & COO

  • Jennibeth Paglinawan

    Marketing & Comm Manager

  • Joao Adams Vieira

    Senior Advisor - AI Adoption

  • Kristine Lucas

    Content Specialist

  • Patricia Jurado

    Senior Researcher

  • Suresh Vaidhyanathan

    Senior Advisor – Middle East & India

  • Chaussette

    Pet Food Expert

Advisory Board

  • David Booth

  • Mike Lee

  • Susie Warran Smith

Some of Our Industries Experts

  • Ahmed Khan

    Senior Consultant (Cellular Agriculture)

  • Alexandru Agachi

    Investment Strategy (HealthTech)

  • Anne Le More

    Senior Consultant (Climate Tech)

  • Chris Fung

    Investor/Senior Consultant (FoodTech/retail)

  • Clare Dolan

    Senior Consultant (FMCG)

  • Dalal Alghawas

    Dalal Alghawas

    Senior Consultant (Alternative Protein)

  • Severine Balick

    Severine Balick

    Investor (ESG Expert)

  • Balaji Vasudevan

    Senior Consultant (BioTech)

Why WorkING with Us

In a world where scaling food innovation is challenging, we help our partners navigate the journey more effectively. Through our platform, network, and insights, we support companies, governments and investors to refining their strategies, and accelerating their access to FoodTech innovation.

We choose partners who share our belief that food innovation can solve humanity’s greatest challenges—and who have the courage to act on that belief.