Effective immediately, Bastian Mingers will take over leadership of the FoodTec business unit at Koelnmesse, in addition to his existing postion as Vice President Food. He succeeds Claire Steinbrück, who is leaving the company at her own request.
Bastian Mingers has been with Koelnmesse for two and a half years. As Vice President Food, the 41-year-old has been responsible for events such as Anuga, ISM and the associated international portfolio. In his new role as Vice President FoodTec, he will also oversee ProSweets Cologne, Anuga FoodTec, and Anuga HORIZON. Before joining Koelnmesse, the marketing expert worked for Messe Düsseldorf for eleven years, most recently as Global Head Wine & Spirit.
“Bringing the Food and Food Technology divisions under one leadership is a strategic move, given the significant content overlap between the two areas,” says Oliver Frese, Managing Director of Koelnmesse GmbH and Chief Operating Officer responsible for the company’s global trade fair and event portfolio.
“I am excited about this new challenge and grateful for the trust placed in me,” says Bastian Mingers, adding that, with the integration of Food and FoodTec, his new division will represent the entire value chain of the food sector. “Trends like functional food and alternative protein sources are driving technological advancements in the industry at a rapid pace. These innovations must be scaled globally to address current and future challenges in the food and beverage industry,” Mingers explains. The goal should be to bridge tradition and modernity in food production. This involves bringing together traditional production methods, innovative food technology, and contemporary food trends with forward-looking innovations more closely than ever before.
“We wish Bastian Mingers every success with his expanded portfolio,” emphasises Koelnmesse Managing Director Oliver Frese. “We also extend our heartfelt thanks to Claire Steinbrück for her dedicated and creative contributions and wish her all the best in her future endeavours.”
