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Federico Fontanella, PMP

Product leader with a background in Software Engineering and more than 20 years of experience in software development, product management, and innovation strategy. In his role as Head of Strategic Innovations and Product Partnerships at Trace One, Federico drives the company’s long-term innovation agenda, shaping how emerging technologies and strategic collaborations enhance its PLM and compliance solutions. He works across product, engineering, customers, and partners to identify new opportunities, build integrated value propositions, and accelerate adoption of next-generation capabilities. Specialties: Innovation Strategy, Product Management, Strategic Partnerships, Software Development, Emerging Technologies (AI & Analytics), Go-to-Market Strategy.

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The GLP-1 Effect: How Weight-Loss Drugs Are Rewriting F&B Product Development

TL;DR: 14% of consumers actively improving their diet have started a GLP-1 appetite suppressant, according to Mintel BFY Eating Trends 2025. Combined with 53% focusing on protein, 51% watching portions, and 40% prioritizing fiber, the data points to a fundamental shift in what consumers need from food products. F&B manufacturers face a new design brief: protein-dense, fiber-rich, portion-controlled products that deliver maximum nutrition in smaller servings. The manufacturers who capture this market will be those whose product development infrastructure enables simultaneous multi-SKU reformulation at speed.

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