by Amy Wilkinson and Lucy Wager | Jun 26, 2025 | Communication Skills, New Product Development
Welcome to another episode packed with insights, laughter, and brutally honest takes on what it’s really like working behind the scenes of food innovation. Lucy starts us off by sharing why Stage Gate is close to her heart—yep, she’s our resident “systems geek”—and... 
by Amy Wilkinson and Lucy Wager | May 22, 2025 | New Product Development
This week, we unwrap our thoughts on the rapid rise of GLP-1 drugs and the ripple effect they’re having on the food industry. As these medications suppress appetite and cut down on the relentless mental chatter many people feel about food, what happens to the classic... 
by Amy Wilkinson and Lucy Wager | May 15, 2025 | Careers, New Product Development
In this episode Lucy reveals how her 21 years in the food industry have shaped her approach to consultancy. She shares her passion for the process side of product development, highlighting how her expertise in stage gate processes and stakeholder engagement... 
by Amy Wilkinson and Lucy Wager | Apr 17, 2025 | New Product Development
Healthy and sustainable product development is more challenging than ever, and in this episode, we break down the complexities faced by food professionals today. We begin by noting the fluctuating definitions of “health” and how these affect consumer... 
by Amy Wilkinson and Lucy Wager | Jan 9, 2025 | Female Leadership, Guest Specialists, New Product Development
Susan begins by sharing her the challenges she experienced with engaging in IFST as a student and early career professional engaging in IFST, which stemmed from geographical and time-related issues. Things took a turn when she transitioned into freelance consultancy,... 
by Amy Wilkinson and Lucy Wager | Oct 31, 2024 | New Product Development
In this engaging episode, we explore how the food industry grapples with the dual challenges of sustainability and food production. The conversation begins with Lucy discussing her work with the Future Food Movement and how it has heightened her awareness of...
