As the adoption of GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) rapidly accelerates, the food and beverage industry stand at the threshold of significant transformation. These breakthrough medications are reshaping not only individual health outcomes but also consumer preferences and expectations.
In response, manufacturers, product innovators, and nutrition professionals are re-examining how to support evolving dietary patterns, nutritional needs, and purchasing behaviours.
Join us on October 14th for an insightful expert webinar hosted by the Kerry Health and Nutrition Institute, where we will be answering questions such as:
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- What does the latest scientific research reveal about GLP-1 RAs in relation to weight management and metabolic health?
- How are the preferences, priorities, and purchasing habits of GLP-1 RA users evolving across different regions?
- What unique nutritional needs and considerations arise for GLP-1 RA users?
- In what ways is this rapidly expanding trend fostering opportunities for innovation within the food and beverage industry?
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The session will conclude with an Q&A session. We invite you to register here and submit your questions in advance to ensure a dynamic and insightful discussion.
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Contributors:
Professor Catherine Godson
Professor of Molecular Medicine and Director of the UCD Diabetes Complications Research Centre
Catherine has an international reputation in scientific research gained through a long and successful academic career in the US, Switzerland and at University College Dublin (UCD). She is a global expert on diabetes as well as inflammation, cardiovascular and kidney diseases. Catherine is the Associate Dean, Research and Innovation at UCD’s School of Medicine as well as being Director of the Diabetes Complications Research Centre at the UCD Conway Institute and the UCD School of Medicine.
Elizabeth Horvath
Vice President of Marketing - Kerry
Elizabeth Horvath is a strategic marketing partner across the enterprise. Elizabeth leads a high-performing global marketing team that drives category strategy, digital acceleration, demand generation, consumer insights and commercial storytelling at Kerry, partnering with the world’s largest food brands.
Angie Jefferson
Nutrition Consultant at The British Nutrition Foundation
Angie Jefferson is a registered nutritionist and dietitian. Since setting up her independent consultancy in 1998, Angie has supported a wide range of industry clients, NGO’s, and charities in the translation of complex nutrition science into everyday healthy eating. Angie joined the British Nutrition Foundation in 2025 to help further their work supporting industry on Food Systems Transformation.
Alexandra Boelrijk, PhD
VP RD&A - Proactive Health and Food Protection & Preservation - Kerry
Alexandra has extensive experience in science-based concept ideation, product development, clinical evidence generation and digital health. She joined Kerry in 2022 as Senior Director Research and Development for ProActive Health where she leads an international team of scientists that drive strategic programs related to Digestive, Immune, Cognitive and Women and Infant Health.
Mark Faherty
Senior Director for External Affairs - Kerry Group
As Senior Director for External Affairs, Mark has responsibilities for public affairs and communications. Mark has worked at Kerry for the past 10 years, having previously held roles in global marketing and commercial functions.
