New product development – an innovation journey worth taking
There are many challenges facing the food industry at the moment, and those challenges are being faced by all of us, farmers, producers, manufacturers, retailers and consumers.
Consumers in particular, are increasingly concerned with a rising cost of living, their overall health, as well as sustainability and climate change.
In this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, made in partnership with Azelis UK Food and Nutrition, we look at how the food industry can address these concerns, and support consumers whilst continuing to feed a growing population.
It is a challenge, but every challenge presents an opportunity.
We look at the latest trends, the differences and similarities between working with a start-up and a multi-national, and learn all about the new product development journey.
Meet the Azelis team at the Food Matters Live Tastes of Better event
Charles Hawley, Managing Director, Azelis UK and Ireland
Charles has 17 years continuous service in Chemicals and Ingredients distribution, and joined Azelis via an acquisition in 2022.
He has a Masters in Chemistry and qualified Management Accountant. He previously worked for Unilever, followed by a smaller consumer goods manufacturer, and then Deloitte.
His job is to lead a motivated and friendly team who sell products that enable people to lead safer and happier lives.
Mandy Hogben, Senior Sales Manager, Azelis Food and Nutrition
Mandy has been with Azelis Food & Nutrition for 10 years, in a hybrid role of Managing the Sales Team and responsibility for Key Accounts.
Prior to joining Azelis, her experience was in Sales & Marketing positions within the Nutraceutical and Pharmaceutical industries, in both finished products and ingredients.
Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Qualified
Joe Yeates, Business Manager, Azelis Food and Nutrition UK and Ireland
24 years ago Joe joined the industry he works in today in a sales role, selling raw materials and ingredients.
His career developed into Sales Management and Commercial Business Management, and he has managed sales teams, operational sites and logistics companies.
He spent three years as a National Sales Manager within the Food and Beverage sector, and for the past 11 years he has headed Azelis Food and Nutrition UK and Ireland, a business specialising in the Food Industry.
He has a Business Management Diploma and qualifications in Advanced Selling Techniques and Health and Safety Management.
Alie Coppolella, Market Manager, Azelis Food and Nutrition UK and Ireland
Alie has enjoyed 20 years with Azelis progressing from Technical Manager, Principal Manager to Market Manager.
As a multi team and project manager, Alie oversees the activities of the Quality, Commercial Assistants and Technical teams who provide valuable services to our customers.
Alie is also challenging herself to learn new skills in digital marketing, which is evident on the Azelis local customer portal.
