F&F Forges Ahead

Dec 1st, 2021

The December issue digs into trends, challenges and opportunities in F&F as the industry forges ahead into a post-COVID landscape.

The December issue digs into trends, challenges and opportunities in F&F as the industry forges ahead into a post-COVID landscape.

While the F&F continues to navigate uncharted waters as we sail into a post-COVID environment, the industry is finding new and exciting ways to innovate and answer the call of consumer demands. By having a finger on the pulse and a vast pool of talented experts on-call, 2022 is scheduled to bear fruit for F&F.

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James Kim, Ph.D., senior vice president of Science & Regulatory Affairs and Jessica Eason, manager of Environmental & Scientific Affairs.

ACI Promotes James Kim to Sr. VP & Names Jessica Eason as Mgr. Environmental & Scientific Affairs

“The addition of Jessica and the promotion of Jim Kim will strengthen ACI’s technical and regulatory team, continuing ACI’s legacy as a leading science-based organization,” said Melissa Hockstad, ACI President & CEO.

”We are pleased with our very good start to 2024, driven by strong momentum in our established business and a high level of new wins.” Gilles Andrier, CEO.

Givaudan Announces 12.6% Increase in Q1 Sales for 2024

Givaudan shares Q1 sales report highlights and ambitions.

Francis Kurkdjian, the perfumer and artistic director behind Maison Francis Kurkdjian.

Francis Kurkdjian Talks Perfumer Recognition, Evolving Industry Demands & Fragrance's Next Frontier

Throughout the interview Kurkdjian touches on adjusting to evolving career demands, perfumers in the spotlight, current trends, recent launches and the upcoming three-day WPC event set for June 24-27 in Geneva, Switzerland.

Paraguay’s Green Gold – The Aromatic Power of Petitgrain Oil

Paraguay’s Green Gold – The Aromatic Power of Petitgrain Oil

Strong, versatile, and gorgeously aromatic, petitgrain tends to be a standout ingredient in any flavor or fragrance composition. The story behind its production and the vital impact it has on local farming communities within Paraguay is similarly incredible.

Laurent Mercier, CEO of Eurofragance, said, 'This accomplishment assures our partners and clients that they can rely on us to effectively contribute to their sustainability targets. The EcoVadis recognition serves as a testament to our commitment to our business strategy, sustainability philosophy and quality across all aspects of our operations.'

Eurofragance Awarded Platinum Medal from EcoVadis

The fragrance company’s overall rating is 80 points out of a possible 100, placing it in the top 1 percentile of all EcoVadis evaluated organizations

The comprehensive range created by Mane's R&D team is said to include mozzarella, emmental, cheddar, gouda, blue cheese, goat cheese, raclette cheese, as well as cream cheese and melted cheese profiles.

Mane Debuts Full Range of Cheese Flavors Addressing Plant-based Alternative Demands

The comprehensive range created by Mane's R&D team is said to include mozzarella, emmental, cheddar, gouda, blue cheese, goat cheese, raclette cheese, as well as cream cheese and melted cheese profiles.

“Edlong has a unique position and expertise in the industry, with a lot of opportunity for growth,” stated Michael Natale.

Edlong Names Michael Natale as President

Most recently, Natale served as VP of Global Flavor, Multinational Accounts and Customer Experience for Ingredion.

The range's functional and biodegradable plant extracts, which are 100% natural in line with ISO 16128, are sustainably sourced from Madagascar, France and Bulgaria, per Symrise.

Symrise Launches Neurocosmetic-inspired Flowerconcentrole for Mood-enhancing Skin Care

Developed using Symrise’s Actimood technology ("a scientifically proven mood-activating scent design," per the company), Flowerconcentrole's neurocosmetic benefits leverage plant extracts to stimulate positive emotions.

Daniel Grewe, chief revenue officer, Lebermuth.

Lebermuth Names Daniel Grewe as Chief Revenue Officer

Daniel Grewe boasts more than two decades of experience in the fragrance industry, including executive leadership positions at Belmay, Symrise, and Ungerer (acquired by Givaudan).

The company is launching a twelve-month campaign with the slogan “150 shades of innovation.'

Symrise Proclaims April 10 as World Vanilla Day

The celebration honors the 150th anniversary of when Wilhelm Haarmann received the patent for the synthetic production of vanillin.

The share repurchase is equivalent to approximately €156 million based on the closing price of the dsm-firmenich ordinary share on Euronext Amsterdam on April 4, 2024.

dsm-firmenich to Repurchase 1.5M Shares to Cover Share Plans

The share repurchase program is anticipated to be completed in Q2 2024.