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The FoodBev Awards team is excited to introduce the next of our esteemed panel of judges! Meet Scott Rosenbaum, head of search for North America at Distill Ventures, who is new to the judging panel this year. Scott shares what he’ll be looking out for this time…

As a seasoned professional in the beverage alcohol industry, I'm honoured and excited to join the esteemed panel of judges for the World Beverage Innovation Awards. This prestigious event celebrates creativity, ingenuity and excellence in the global beverage sector, and I'm eager to dive into the innovative entries that will shape the future of our industry. Here are the top reasons I'm excited to partake:

1. Celebrating innovation: The awards provide a platform to recognise groundbreaking ideas and products that push the boundaries of what is possible in beverages. As someone passionate about innovation, I'm thrilled to witness first-hand the latest trends and technologies transforming our industry.

   
   

2. Global perspective: With entries from around the world, this competition offers a unique opportunity to gain insights into diverse markets and consumer preferences. I'm excited to explore how different cultures and regions approach beverage innovation.

   
   

3. Sustainability focus: In today's climate-conscious world, sustainable practices are more critical than ever. I'm particularly interested in seeing how companies are incorporating eco-friendly initiatives into their products and processes.

   
   

4. Inspiring the next generation: By recognising excellence, we inspire future innovators to push the envelope and create the next big thing in beverages. It's an honour to play a role in shaping the industry's future.

   
   

5. Supporting industry growth: By highlighting exceptional products and ideas, we contribute to the overall growth and advancement of the beverage sector. I'm proud to be part of an initiative that drives our industry forward.

As we embark on this exciting journey of discovery and recognition, I can't wait to see what innovative beverages and concepts will emerge.

Learn more about FoodBev's awards and our 2024 World Beverage Innovation Awards by visiting the FoodBev Awards website.

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