Speakers

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Brian P. Sylvester

Partner
at
Perkins Coie LLP

Brian P. Sylvester is a Partner at international law firm Perkins Coie, resident in the firm’s Washington DC Office. He is a leading authority on food tech regulation, and serves as a trusted advisor to global brands, startups, life science companies, investors, and trade associations. Brian’s regulatory practice spans FDA and USDA regulatory strategy and compliance from “farm to fork” and includes new product development, labeling and advertising and crisis management, corporate transactions and litigation. In the area of food and beverage, Brian has extensive experience developing regulatory strategies to commercialize a range of food tech innovations, including transgenic crops and alternative proteins like cultivated meat and fermentation-derived food ingredients. He draws on his tenure as a former regulator at USDA to counsel clients on strategic considerations around engagement with and advocacy before USDA and FDA on numerous complex issues, including those of first impression. Brian is a prolific author and frequent speaker at industry-leading events in the United States, the European Union, China, Israel, and other parts of the world, and is regularly called upon to offer insights on trending legal issues by preeminent industry and global publications.

Speaker Agenda

The regulatory conversation: Practical insights for success

The booming world of alternative proteins presents exciting opportunities, but regulatory hurdles can trip up even the most innovative players. Join us for a strategic deep-dive into the...

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April 24, 2024
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11:50
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12:10
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Panel Discussion: Safeguarding alt protein safety – tailored regulations for the future

The burgeoning alternative protein space promises a revolution in food production, but alongside innovation comes the crucial responsibility of ensuring consumer safety. Join us for a dynamic panel...

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April 24, 2024
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12:30
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13:00
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