Dr. Luis A. Fernandez ★ MANE
Vice President Strategic Development
MANE
Nice, France
Bringing over 35 years of experience in the food industry, I am dedicated to driving positive change through innovative product and ingredient development
About me
§ Doctorate in Biochemistry; University of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Thesis: “Allulose as sucrose substitute in jams: Study of the technological aspects, sensory characteristics and impact in the glycemic response in rats”, 2022
§ Advanced Leadership Acceleration Program; IMD (Institute for Management Development, Lausanne, Switzerland), 2021
§ Food Science; University of Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1989
§ Biochemistry; University of Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1985
My expertise lies in a multifaceted approach, focusing primarily on flavor enhancement, sugar reduction, and taste modulation, including sweetening, mouthfeel optimization, umami and masking. Additionally, I actively contribute to advancements in plant-based foods, facilitating the transition to sustainable protein solutions. Furthermore, my involvement in health science extends to pioneering rare sugars and bioactives for glycemic index reduction. I thrive on exploring new frontiers, with a keen interest in fermentation processes for unlocking novel aromatic compounds, enzymatic reactions, and harnessing the power of natural extracts. Beyond my technical endeavors, I am deeply passionate about fostering leadership inspirational excellence and cultivating fulfilling work environments where individuals and teams can perform at their natural best. My behavioral profile is characterized by a dynamic blend of traits, aligning with the DISC style of 'Id' ('yellow/red') and the MBTI type of 'ENFP’.
My organisation
Mane (Victor Mane et Fils –VMF– ) is a French multinational company founded in 1871 with total sales revenue (2023) of 1.8 billion Euros (flavors 54%, fragrances 36% and aromatic ingredients 10%) with 7.5% of the annual revenue invested in R&D. VMF (Mane) “capture what moves” with an unrivalled knowledge of natural raw materials, state-of-the-art extraction technology and a unique expertise for designing flavor & fragrance solutions to customers.
Speaker sessions (1)
Wednesday, 5 June 2024
09:00 - 09:15
Welcome & Opening with Bridge2Food and Summit Chair
Vincent Brain (Bridge2Food) and Dr. Luis Angel Fernandez (MANE) open the summit, giving a warm welcome to all.