In-PERSON Event

Growth and
Innovation Forum

April 13, 2026

201 Blackford Ave, Middlesex, NJ

Science that sells. Connections that last.

The Growth and Innovation Forum is a half-day, in-person event that connects applied science with commercial opportunity. Designed for professionals driving innovation, R&D, and product development, the program focuses on emerging research, ingredient advancements, and strategies that move science into market.

What to Expect:

1

Curated Educational Sessions

Four hours of programming connecting the latest science with practical applications for product development and market strategy.

2

Exclusive Lab Tour

A behind-the-scenes walk through Anresco NJ Labs' instrumentation, quality systems, and analytical capabilities.

3

Networking & Happy Hour

Snacks, appetizers, and drinks for meaningful conversations throughout the event.

The Science Shaping Tomorrow's Market

Sessions span four high-growth areas where emerging research is actively reshaping product strategy and consumer demand.

Microbiome, Gut-Brain, Stress & Resilience

The latest in microbiome science and its growing connection to cognitive health, mood, and stress response.

Metabolic & Cardiovascular Support

Ingredient innovations and formulation strategies for two of the most in-demand health categories.

Women's Health & Targeted Product Development

Research-driven approaches to one of the fastest-growing segments in the supplement market.

Analytical Chemistry

How analytical methods, testing innovations, and quality assurance underpin credible product claims.

Join us live and be a part of the conversation

Meet our speakers and see what’s in store for this exclusive, in-person event!

Len Monheit

CEO, Industry Transparency Center

Recent Developments in Microbiome Products (With a Focus on Prebiotics)

Dr. Renee Korczak Ph.D., RDN, CSSD, LD

Published author, dynamic speaker and a frequent media source for health and wellness outlets

Next-Generation Nutrition: Functional Ingredients Driving Health & Wellness

Doug Lynch

Award‑winning, global sales/marketing executive with over three decades of experience commercializing supplements, functional foods, medical foods, cosmeceuticals, animal health, and proprietary bioactive ingredients

Translating Longevity Science into Claims (Human and Pet Supplements)

Paul A. Spagnuolo, Ph.D.

Professor in the Department of Food Science, University of Guelph

Artificial Intelligence to Rapidly Develop, Improve, and Expand Use of Natural Ingredients

Sandra Lee

CEO, NJ Labs

Microbiological Testing Challenges Across Food and Dietary Supplement Matrices

More speakers to be announced!

Inside Anresco NJ Labs:

The Growth and Innovation Forum takes place on-site at Anresco NJ Labs' working analytical laboratory.

A guided tour with Anresco NJ Labs' scientific team offers a firsthand look at the instrumentation, quality systems, and analytical capabilities that support the products you develop and sell.

This access is an exclusive benefit of attending in person.