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From Protein to Healthy Aging & Where Danone Sees Growth Next | CGF 2026
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- Omni Talk Retail
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- Jun 26, 2026
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- 502
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Summary
In this Omni Talk Retail interview, recorded live from the Consumer Goods Forum Global Summit 2026 in Vienna, Chris Walton sits down with Pablo Perversi, President of EMEA at Danone, to discuss how one of the world's leading food companies is navigating the growing consumer focus on health, nutrition, and sustainability. Pablo shares how the rise of GLP-1 medications is influencing consumer behavior, why protein has become one of the most important growth drivers in food, and how Danone is investing in emerging areas like gut health and healthy aging. He also explains the business value of B Corp certification, the role sustainability plays in attracting consumers and talent, and why health-focused innovation will continue to shape the future of the food industry. Key Topics Covered: • Pablo Perversi's expanded leadership role at Danone and across the European food industry • How GLP-1 medications are changing consumer eating habits • Why protein has become a major growth engine for Danone • The growing connection between consumer education and nutrition choices • Danone's perspective on health-driven food innovation • How B Corp certification supports brand differentiation • The relationship between sustainability and consumer trust • Why B Corp certification helps attract talent • The future of gut health and functional nutrition • Danone's investments in microbiome science and Akkermansia • How healthy aging is creating new opportunities in nutrition • The role of medical nutrition in supporting aging populations • Why health and wellness trends are reshaping the food industry Special thanks to the CGF Leadership Studio sponsored by Vusion for supporting Omni Talk Retail's coverage in Vienna. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn…