The sustainable food expert network

Technical & strategy insights on demand: 2,500+ experts at your fingertips

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Our experts

2,500 experts worldwide,
all about sustainable food

2,500+ experts

Covering all niche areas of sustainable food.

55+ countries

Diverse perspectives from all around the globe.

2 days response

Quickly get expert profiles matching your needs.

Meet 4 standout minds
among our 2,500 experts

Hannah Lester

Regulatory & novel food advisor

10+ years of experience
Global thought leader in novel food
Several advisory roles

MJ Kinney

Alt protein NPD advisor

7+ years of alt protein experience
Novel & functional ingredients
Product formulation & production scale-up

Maya Benami, PhD

R&D advisor and novel foods researcher

15+ years of experience
Published scientific author & presenter
PhD in Microbiology

Maiko Van Der Meer

Senior alternative meat and seafood advisor

30+ years of experience
Several previous C-level roles
Due diligence and commercial

Make better decisions by leveraging the world's largest sustainable food expert network. Whether you need deep technical knowledge or strategic insights, we're here to connect you with the industry's leading subject matter experts.

Who we serve

Guiding stakeholders with precision

From assisting investors in their due diligence to helping food and biotech companies better understand new markets, our experts are ready to support a wide spectrum of stakeholders.

Investors
Consultancies
Corporations and startups
Market research firms

What we offer

On-demand expertise tailored to your needs. From one-time insights to long-term collaborations, our solutions are tailored to fit your needs.

Expert call

Connect on-demand with a curated expert for an insightful discussion.

Validate your assumptions and discover new insights on demand.
Benefit from maximum flexibility without any long-term obligations.
Ideal for clients focusing on short-term initiatives.

Expert call bundle

Opt for a package of expert calls for efficiency and rapid turnaround.

Minimize paperwork and costs.
Gain the quickest access to expert calls (dedicated account manager).
Best suited for clients expecting multiple expert calls over a timeframe.

Dedicated expert

Engage with a dedicated expert for long-term and complex projects.

Get consistent guidance from a selected expert throughout your project.
Receive tailored solutions for your project's scale and timeline.
Optimal for clients needing to tap into the same expert's insights repeatedly.

Helping industry leaders
to win in sustainable food

How it works

Robust insights through a streamlined process.
Our team will work with you to formulate your challenge, create a plan to gather all the insights you need and connect you with the top alternative protein experts.

1. Submit your request

Provide details about your specific needs, and desired timeframe.

2. Alignment call

Your dedicated project manager will contact you within 2 working days to clarify the scope of work and present you with several initial expert profiles.

3. Choose experts

Within 2 working days after the alignment call, you will have the opportunity to select from a carefully vetted list of relevant and available experts.

4. Run calls

After you've chosen the experts, we'll manage the logistics of scheduling for you as swiftly as possible.

5. Continue as needed

If you need further assistance request additional calls. Your dedicated project manager will always be available.

Our approach

Specialised in
sustainable food

We focus exclusively on sustainable food and cover all aspects of them.

Top-tier

experts

Our internal team with deep industry knowledge curates experts.

Comprehensive
insights

Our experts provide insights in both technical and strategic areas.

Client Feedback

"The BGP team helped us assess the alt protein market and better understand the most promising technologies and ingredients. Beyond providing insights and strategy advisory, they also helped us to strengthen our network in this space."

Steve Chantry

Vice President of International Growth
Kraft Heinz Company

"BGP brought in uniquely deep insights through their professionally strong and reliable networks and a robust consulting framework, which is what we were looking for. Their work has helped us make better strategic and commercial decisions.
We look forward to continuing our partnership."

Yasushi Noguchi

Senior Director
Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America

"Utilizing their deep industry experience and extensive technical network, the BGP team navigated our project toward the most valuable solutions, making the most of past insights and existing data. The team stands apart in its approach to driving progress with consistent advancements that offer clarity at every project stage.”

Amanda Bess

Science & Technology Analysis Manager
The Good Food Institute

"BGP was amongst the first ones we called when we embarked on our alt protein journey. The team did an excellent job organising an engaging workshop series for our key decision makers. They provided a detailed perspective on the industry and helped us identify relevant internal capabilities and resources to leverage."

Andrey Dribny

CEO of Culinary
IFFCO Group

"BGP provides us essential support to help drive our vision towards practical implementation. The depth of industry insights they bring in, combined with their consistently top-quality work, enables us to confidently navigate this fast-changing field."

George Harrigan

Director of Food and Functional Ingredients
NEOM

Our team

We’re ready to help you find the best-fitting experts for your projects. All our core team members are experienced management consultants with deep expertise in sustainable food.

Floor Buitelaar

Managing Partner

Foodie, traveler, visionair
I founded Bright Green Partners with a vision to create a lasting impact within the food system. This commitment fuels my dedication to creating a world where profit, planet, and people thrive in sustainable balance.

Read Floor's personal story

Alex Hein

Principal

Authentic, explorer, fit
Working at BGP aligns perfectly with my own goal of empowering people and organizations to create a brighter future for everyone. By focusing on sustainability, better nutrition, and tackling climate issues, we can ensure food security and promote a healthier, fitter lifestyle. I truly believe that large-scale change is essential to making this happen, and BGP is a key player in driving that change forward.

Ewa Granosik

Sr Project Manager

Driven, well-being focused, entrepreneurial
Sustainable life starts from sustainable nutrition and we can only achieve this by taking the first step to change. That's what I strive for and want to help individuals and corporates achieve as well.

Ruben Smouter

Project Manager

Adventurer, nature lover, optimist
Accelerating the transition to nutritious, delicious, and affordable meat and dairy alternatives, BGP's mission is vital for a sustainable and healthier future.

Naomi Kelliher

Senior consultant

Curious, adventurous, foodie
Supporting BGP's mission because it drives the essential shift to a sustainable food system, safeguarding environmental health and food security for future generations.

Matevz Schweiger

Consultant

Board game lover, adventurous, pubquiz enthusiast
Alt proteins are far more efficient than their animal counterparts and are crucial in our transition to a sustainable economy, making BGP's mission essential for a better future.

FEATURED EXAMPLE EXPERT CALLs

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FAQ about experts on demand

Do you focus exclusively on sustainable food topics?

Yes, this specialization allows us to focus on our strengths and deliver the most relevant insights from the industry. We cover the entire value chain of all sustainable food segments.

Within the realm of sustainable food, our experts are equipped to assist you with any project type, whether it's from a technical or commercial standpoint. This includes due diligence, techno-economic assessments, go-to-market strategies, and more.

How quickly can I expect an answer?

Our clients typically have their first expert calls within 7-8 working days after their submission. It's important to emphasize that this timeline can vary based on the specificity of your scope of work and the availability of our experts.

What happens if I am not satisfied with the expert call?

If you feel that the call is not providing you with the insights you were looking for, you can cancel the call within the first 10 minutes at no charge. We will realign with you on expectations and find a suitable replacement.

What sets you apart from other expert networks?

The key differentiator is the depth of industry knowledge of our in-house team. This expertise allows us to comprehensively understand the intricate needs of our clients in all domains of sustainable food, enabling us to connect them with the most suitable expert talent. Additionally, our network is the largest of its kind in the sustainable food sector, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all essential topics of the industry.

In all other aspects of our offerings, we meet the highest standards of the expert call industry, from swift turnaround times and dedicated project managers to efficient processes, account-based payments, reimbursement guarantees, and more.

How did you start the expert network?

Initially, we at Bright Green Partners created this network of experts to enhance our own work when providing management consulting support to large companies. We have been tapping into and expanding this network for several years, gaining a deep understanding of how to source and select the very best talent for our projects.

Due to high demand, we are launching this expert network as a stand-alone product. This allows an even broader community to access this pool of experts directly. Now, our clients can harness these insights for their own projects. They can utilize this expertise directly for their own use or even extend it to benefit their own clients.