About the Speakers:

Leading Formulation through Strategy, Innovation and Integrity 

Gina Galvan 

Gina Galvan is a leading food innovator and thought leader that has led R&D efforts with CPG giants Kraft, Hormel, ConAgra, Mission and has supported the launch of premium consumer products for Wolfgang Puck, a Gold Medal winner at SOFI Awards for Point Reyes Farmstead and functional foods such as The Jackfruit Company and CHKN not Chicken and Foodservice giants Yum Brands, 7-11 and Applebee's and more.

As a master commercial formulator and development specialist, Gina has a successful track record of creating iconic foods with a global impact of over $2 Billion across 100 countries.

Gina is a first generation Latina and UCLA Grad, launched Mood For Food in 1999, a California corporation consulting firm specializing in the launch of new food products, providing hands-on manufacturing and formulation expertise. Expertise in Frozen, Fresh and Shelf Stable - Snack/ Meat/ Dairy/ Plant Based/ Vegan/ Sauces/ Functional / Supplements/ CBD and Specialty Foods. Specializing in Organic/ Natural/ Clean Label/ Non-GMO/ Allergen Free and Ethnic sectors.

Robert Zuetell

A pioneer in many markets, Robert’s always looking for the next big thing. Partnering with Gina Galvan in 2006, bringing a next level of business development, research and marketing enhancing an already thriving business model.

Robert has had successful stints in Business Development, Experiential Marketing and Strategic Innovation for leading Consumer Food, Lifestyle and Fashion Brands for over 30 years.

Always on the cusp of the market emersion, Robert puts himself in the know of many emerging markets both strategic and social, a nice balance for business development. He is engaging and versed, can gain audience confidence quickly and uncover the opportunity to seize the moment. A veracious researcher of many subjects, Robert keeps Mood for Food at the forefront and a leader in the industry, by following and partnering with relevant leaders in food equipment, technology, ingredients, processes, Agri-tech, gov policy, supply chain, packaging, and co-manufacturing partners for over 25 years. Building a deep network of alliances that are strategic, professional and reactive.

Robert has developed and executed go to market strategic initiatives for many leading Multi-Unit Restaurant Brands and Consumer Product Goods. Robert is passionate about E.S.G. and the next generation of sustainable food business.