Jess Davis is a leader in the functional mushroom space, and founder of Edible Alchemy, LLC DBA Bulk Wholesale Mushrooms. She has been the co-chair of the Mushroom Summit for two events now.
Renowned mycologist, author, and Earthling Paul Stamets will discuss scientific innovations and research in support of turning to the kingdom of fungi and mushroom mycelium in particular to help us better understand and prepare for the complexities of modern living.
Identify what new lessons the fungal kingdom offers as ecosystems break down across the globe
Discuss the unique benefits of mushrooms and how they support new needs and ventures in human health
Outline how the functional mushroom industry transcends differences to support new scientific discoveries to help people and the planet
Thomas Aarts is Managing Director of Nutrition Business Advisors (NBA), a company which providesadvanced consulting, strategic advising, capital raising, and full-service business development focused on theGlobal Nutrition Industry. Mr. Aarts sits on several boards, including Vitamin... Read More →
Discuss the Controversies and Discrepancies Surrounding the Structure of Functional Mushrooms and the Impact this Lack of Standardization has on the Growing Market
Understand why there is controversy surrounding the differences between mycelium on grain vs. fruiting body and how this impacts the industry
Examine the availability of scientific evidence confirming the health benefits of functional mushrooms and how to generate more
Discuss the varying degrees of transparency into the growing process
Identify the real and perceived barriers to standardization and how to move forward
Emil Abramyan is the founder of Pink Buffalo Organics, a company that specializes in innovative mushroom grow kits and high-quality mushroom extracts. His journey into the world of mushrooms began as a hobby but has since evolved into a professional pursuit. With a degree from the... Read More →
Senior Director of R&D and Nutrition Science, MEGAFOOD
Dr. Ghatak is the Senior Director of R&D and Nutrition Science at Megafood, a premium vitamin and supplement company that pairs key nutrients with real food. He earned his PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Nirma University, India and has been a scientific innovator in the field... Read More →
Jess Davis is a leader in the functional mushroom space, and founder of Edible Alchemy, LLC DBA Bulk Wholesale Mushrooms. She has been the co-chair of the Mushroom Summit for two events now.
Amir Karian is part of family ownership of Monterey Mushrooms, the leading producer and marketer of fresh mushrooms, spawn, and mushroom genetics around the world. Amir began his career working in the biotech sector but his passion for mycology expanded after battling a personal... Read More →
Recognize the Common Misconceptions Surrounding Functional Mushrooms and Learn How to Educate Consumers in a way that Resonates Through the Ambiguity and Noise
Address common misconceptions and myths surrounding functional mushrooms
Discuss media coverage and confusion with psychedelics and if they are positively or negatively impacting purchasing behavior
Understand what kind of information consumers are looking for and where
Discuss strategies for integrating marketing and education
Alejandra Rodriguez is a leader and advocate in the health and beauty space. She was motivated by her own healing journey and began searching for methods and products that would lead to a new and better way of living for herself and the planet.Inspired by the functional, nutritional... Read More →
Examine Current Requirements and Varying Methodologies for Testing the Quality and Safety of Functional Mushrooms to Understand the Need for Standardization
Understand the urgency of standardizing testing methodologies across the industry
Examine what is currently required regarding safety and quality testing and what may be required soon
Learn how different testing methods work through real-world examples and results
Better grasp how and why these testing methodologies (and their findings) are redefining the testing landscape
Dr. Daoust is the Chief Science Officer at M2 Ingredients/Om Mushroom. Dr Daoust received her PhD in natural product chemistry from the University of British Columbia and has since worked in the nutraceutical industry with a focus on plant-based products. Her research has been centered... Read More →
Asa Waldstein is a Certified Clinical Herbalist and a 23-year dietary supplement executive who has helped oversee three FDA inspections with no 483s. Waldstein is principal of the consulting company Supplement Advisory Group, a boutique group focusing on marketing risk analysis a... Read More →
Explore Different Ways Functional Mushrooms Can Be Incorporated Into the Things We Eat/Do Every Single Day, and How You Can Appeal To Any Consumer Through Mushrooms
Highlight the consumer appeal of integrating functional mushrooms into various culinary creations
Break down the functional mushroom at a deeper level to understand why herbal medicines have always been a popular way of treating medical conditions
Uncover the qualities of functional mushrooms that make them unique in skincare
Discuss the unique properties of functional mushrooms that make them useful for fitness
Director of Ingredients and Research, FIRST PERSON GROUP
Joseph is a mushroom product innovator and engineer who leads the ingredients division at First Person Group, a pioneering brain health and cognitive performance company. He oversees the cultivation, extraction, processing, and distribution of high-quality mushroom extract powders... Read More →
Sarah-Marie Cole has been bringing brand visions to life for over 20 years. From her early days in radio advertising and agency-based marketing, Sarah became everyone’s go-to for big ideas. Through her hands-on work launching ground-breaking campaigns (Tide Loads of Hope, Charmin... Read More →
Join General Manager Amir Karian and his expert team of mycologists, to discover why Monterey Mushrooms is one of the most well-known mushroom companies and has been for over 50 years. Understand what it takes to run a large mushroom farm through a guided tour of the facility, and a post-tour networking reception at their corporate office!
This experience requires a separate registration and $50 fee. Space is limited to the first 100 people. Add-on the option of Farm Tour when registering for the Conference.
Transportation leaves from the Conference Center at 3:00 PM for those confirmed on the tour. Following the tour, transportation is included to the networking reception at 5:30 PM, and back to the Conference Center following the reception at 7:30 PM.
The networking reception does not require the registration fee. If you choose to attend the reception, but not the tour, you must provide your own transportation to and from the corporate office.
Jess Davis is a leader in the functional mushroom space, and founder of Edible Alchemy, LLC DBA Bulk Wholesale Mushrooms. She has been the co-chair of the Mushroom Summit for two events now.
From Pandemic Garage Hobby to 5K Pounds of Mushrooms a Month - Learn How Black Forest Mushrooms has Achieved Exponential Growth Since Its Founding in 2022 with an Award-Winning Business Plan
Understand what makes Black Forest Mushrooms’ mission unique and the impact on growth
Discuss aspects of building a business that aren’t as talked about, such as organizational skills, what to do when scaling up, and what kind of team you need for your business to thrive
Engage with this emerging business owner and Air Force Veteran and learn from his experiences during a interactive Q&A
Jess Davis is a leader in the functional mushroom space, and founder of Edible Alchemy, LLC DBA Bulk Wholesale Mushrooms. She has been the co-chair of the Mushroom Summit for two events now.
Nathanael Engen, founder of Black Forest Mushrooms in downtown Everett, WA, transitioned from the Air Force to pioneering sustainable urban farming. Driven by reducing the environmental impact of importing mushrooms, his vision was clear: provide fresh, gourmet mushrooms locally... Read More →
Compare and Contrast the Different Growing Methodologies for Functional Mushrooms and the Impact on Health Benefits, to Better Position your Product
Discuss commercially grown, organically grown and wild grown mushroom differences, and how each mushroom is grown has a material impact on its nutritional values
Discuss the importance of emphasizing the health benefits of your product
Learn how to define and market the health benefits of your product so consumers understand what they are purchasing
Bruce Flitcroft is the President and Managing Member of Mendham Mushrooms LLC, an organic agroforestry business growing wild-crafted, functional, and culinary mushrooms. After 32 years in the information technology industry founding and leading companies, Bruce retired to pursue his... Read More →
Discuss the Unique Collaborative Nature of the Functional Mushroom Industry and How to Leverage This Inclusive Community to Identify Strategic Partnerships That Progress your Business
Examine why this industry embraces collaboration and partnerships, where other industries see competition
Discuss strategies for expediting the development of the functional mushroom industry through collaboration, not competition
Understand why collaboration is becoming more prominent and the benefits of working in a non-competitive space
Hear best practices for approaching competitors about partnership opportunities
Kyle Garrone holds a degree in Plant Biology from University of California, Davis with a focus on plant pathology and mycology. He has been the Production Manager of Far West Fungi since graduating from UC Davis in 2010, with his primary focus on increasing yields, reducing labor... Read More →
Holly E. Johnson, Ph.D. is Chief Science Officer for the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA), an alliance of over 400 member companies doing business in the natural products industry; she provides individualized scientific guidance to AHPA members and contributes to the advancement... Read More →
Director of Business Development, PHILLIPS MUSHROOM FARM
Director of Business Development at Phillips Mushroom Farms, one of the largest specialty mushroom producers in North America. Sean holds an Economics degree from the University of Richmond, his experience includes strategy and operations consulting, small business financing and building... Read More →
Functional Mushrooms Saved My Daughter’s Life - A True Story of Healing
Hear firsthand experience on the true power of functional mushrooms saving lives, and what Lily’s Lighthouse can teach you about the strength mushrooms carry
Understand the importance of coming together and collaborating in this industry to help everyone grow
Sarah-Kate spent her career in law enforcement, with over 12 years of experience, with Australian Customs Border Protection. She served her country leading operations focusing on counter-terrorism, people smuggling, money laundering, counterfeit currency & narcotics. Ending her career... Read More →
Industry Experts Discuss What You NEED To Know About Emerging Technologies, Research Findings, Growth Strategies, and More To Make Your Business Thrive
Explore emerging technologies and scientific advancements shaping the future of the functional mushroom industry
Discuss consumer needs and how they are expected to influence the market in the future
Understand how to position your team for long-term success during this rapidly growing period
Jess Davis is a leader in the functional mushroom space, and founder of Edible Alchemy, LLC DBA Bulk Wholesale Mushrooms. She has been the co-chair of the Mushroom Summit for two events now.
Markus Sadaka is a Canadian entrepreneur with a vision for a sustainable future.In the early days of the pandemic, Markus envisioned a future that prioritized plant-assisted therapeutic products to support physical fitness, mental health, and general well-being. With that in mind... Read More →
Registered herbalist, holistic nutritionist, best-selling author, + head of innovation at Four Sigmatic, FOUR SIGMATIC
Danielle is a Registered Herbalist (RH) of the American Herbalists Guild (AHG), Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Best-selling Author of Healing Adaptogens and Head of Education and Innovation at Four Sigmatic. Prior to joining forces with Four Sigmatic, she received her BA in Environmental... Read More →
Jess Davis is a leader in the functional mushroom space, and founder of Edible Alchemy, LLC DBA Bulk Wholesale Mushrooms. She has been the co-chair of the Mushroom Summit for two events now.
