International Nutraceuticals & Functional Food Exhibition
14 – 16th April 2026
EXPO XXI Warsaw
International Nutraceuticals & Functional Food Exhibition
14 – 16th April 2026
EXPO XXI Warsaw
International Nutraceuticals & Functional Food Exhibition
14 – 16th April 2026
EXPO XXI Warsaw
International Nutraceuticals & Functional Food Exhibition
14 – 16th April 2026
EXPO XXI Warsaw
The competition aims to select and promote the best products showcased by exhibitors during NutraFood Poland Trade Fair. The selection of the finest and most promising products is determined by the competition's panel of judges.
I. Dietary supplement:
a. Composition – quality and appropriateness of ingredients (compliance with
limits and guidelines)
b. Compliance (accuracy and conformity with labelling regulations)
c. Adequacy and level of product and packaging communication
d. ESG – Environmental, Social, Corporate Governance – sustainable
development
e. Market need – product innovation
II. Raw material:
a. Compliance with requirements – compliance
b. Research, including clinical and pilot studies of the raw material/substance.
c. Certification
d. ESG – Environmental, Social, Corporate Governance – sustainable
development, especially the origin of the raw material.
III. Technologies and innovations:
a. Novelty and non-obviousness level of inventiveness, especially patents
b. ESG – Environmental, Social, Corporate Governance – sustainable
development
c. Level and adequacy of communication in B2B or B2C channels.
d. Quality and appropriateness of composition or service.
IV. Contract manufacturing:
a. Production quality standards
b. Assortment – wide range of services
c. ESG – Environmental, Social, Corporate Governance – sustainable
development
d. Scope of additional contracted services (research and development (R&D),
laboratory, warehouse, logistics, etc.)
V. Product Packaging and Labeling
a. Consistency and adequacy of the form in relation to the content,
b. Correct labeling for the product category,
c. Packaging materials used in light of market trends,
d. Positioning in the market context compared to competitors and the entire category,
e. Use of packaging as a communication and persuasion tool.
Gold Medal Winner in the Dietary Supplement category:
Gold Medal Winner in the Raw Material category:
Gold Medal Winner in the Technology and Innovation category:
Gold Medal Winner in the Booth Design and Arrangement category:
Distinction in the Dietary Supplement category:
Distinction in the Contract Manufacturing category:
A passionate advocate for business collaboration, particularly in the dietary supplements industry. For several years, he has served as President of the Board of the National Council of Dietary Supplements and Nutrition (KRSiO) and as a Board Member of the European Federation of Associations of Health Product Manufacturers (EHPM)—two leading industry organizations in Poland and Europe. A business consultant and leader, always open to cooperation, with 25 years of experience and a proven track record in managing manufacturing and trading companies in the pharmaceutical and dietary supplement sectors. Currently a PhD candidate at the Wrocław University of Economics, specializing in management and quality sciences, where he researches the concept of coopetition (cooperation and competition). In his daily work, he emphasizes the importance of dietary supplement safety, advocating for the implementation of good quality practices followed by manufacturers across Europe.
She has been associated with the Research and Production Center of the Lodz University of Technology, ICHEM Sp. z o.o., since its establishment in 1988.
A graduate of the Faculty of Chemistry at the Lodz University of Technology, she currently serves as Director of Quality Affairs, overseeing the implementation and maintenance of ISO 9001, ISO 22000, and ISO 13485 quality management systems within the company.
She is a certified lead auditor for ISO 9001 and ISO 22000 and specializes in defining requirements for contract manufacturing, ensuring product safety, meeting client expectations, and maintaining regulatory compliance.
She also holds the position of Vice President of the National Council of Dietary Supplements and Nutrition (KRSiO).
Assistant Professor at the Department of Dietetics, Institute of Human Nutrition Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW).
An academic teacher, researcher, and practicing dietitian with extensive experience in dietary counseling for patients with various health conditions. Her main teaching and research areas focus on the prevention and treatment of non-communicable diseases, dietary therapy for food allergies and intolerances, and the use of telemedicine in dietary counseling.
She is a member of interdisciplinary expert teams responsible for developing nutritional recommendations for different population groups, as well as dietary guidelines for individuals with medical conditions.
Additionally, she has led several nationwide educational projects and campaigns, including “Smart Nutrition, Healthy Generation”, “I Choose Water”, and “Senior’s Plate”.
Visual Communication Designer. A specialist in graphic design, visual identity systems, packaging design, and exhibition graphics. A graduate of the Faculty of Graphic Arts at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw. He serves as the Creative Director at Brandy Design, where, together with his team, he has shaped the brand identities of companies such as Cydr Lubelski, Stock Prestige, Czysta de Luxe, Dobra Kaloria, the Polish Tourist Organization, Bona, Distillers Limited, Day Up, Fabryki Lnu Żyrardów, and many others. He is also the creator of the Orlen brand name. He has acted as a juror and researcher for competitions such as STGU Projekt Roku, the Polish Advertising Competition KTR, and Art of Packaging. From 2019 to 2020, he was a jury member for the Jutronauci program, responsible for eco-design. His writings on design have been published in industry magazines such as 2+3D, Formy, Packaging Polska, Opakowania, and Przemysł Spożywczy. He has been a keynote speaker at events including the PTBRIO congress. A long-time member of the Board and Audit Committee of STGU, he is also a Professor at the Academy of Fine Arts Faculty of Design. Since 2009, he has been leading the Packaging and Branding Design Studio at the Faculty of Design in Warsaw, where he collaborates with students on innovative projects such as packaging for Mars missions, food made from insects, and lab-grown meat. He is the President of the Brandy LAB Foundation, which focuses on promoting and implementing sustainable design in the market.
Advisor at Foodie, Certified Dietitian, and Coach (SWPS/LP). A graduate of the Faculty of Human Nutrition and Consumer Sciences at SGGW and a member of the Polish Society of Dietetics. She is a speaker at national conferences and a trainer for both closed and open training sessions. With over 20 years of experience, she works closely with entrepreneurs in the food industry, specializing in dietary supplements, special-purpose foods, and functional foods. She leads consulting projects focused on food safety, ingredient assessment and dosage evaluation, as well as the quality of raw materials and final products. Her professional experience includes roles at the Institute of Food and Nutrition, the National Contact Point, and the Chief Sanitary Inspectorate, where she served as Coordinator of the Department for RASFF, Novel Foods, Dietary Supplements, and Foods for Special Nutritional Purposes.
Biotechnologist, Biochemist, and Manager with 17 years of experience in managing the development of new OTC products (including dietary supplements, dietary foods, medical devices, and food for special medical purposes) and implementing innovative production technologies, including projects co-financed by European Union funds.
She has extensive expertise in leading R&D, Quality Control, and Quality Assurance departments.
For many years, she served as Vice President and President of the National Council of Dietary Supplements and Nutrition (KRSiO), where she was responsible for implementing the first self-regulation framework for dietary supplement advertising in Poland and Europe.
Privately, she is passionate about travel, photography, and dogs.
Legal Counsel, Court Mediator (appointed by District Courts in Warsaw, Kraków, Katowice, Poznań, and Gdańsk).
Head of the Life Science & Healthcare Practice and a lecturer at Jagiellonian University. She specializes in life science law and regulatory law, with a primary focus on biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, food, and beauty industries.
She also has extensive experience in intellectual property law, patent law, civil law, and human rights. Additionally, her expertise includes corporate social responsibility (CSR). She provides legal counsel to both individual clients and businesses.
A Board Member of the National Council of Dietary Supplements and Nutrition (KRSiO) and an active participant in legislative processes through public consultations, particularly in areas such as food law, industrial property, patent law, and unfair competition prevention.
She is the author of over 100 scientific and industry publications on intellectual property law (especially patent law), civil law, and medical, pharmaceutical, and food law. She co-authored the second edition of Patent Law by M. du Valla, edited by E. Traple.
A speaker at numerous conferences, training sessions, and workshops in Europe and East Asia. She has been a long-time lecturer in postgraduate studies on criminal fiscal and business law, as well as medical law at the Faculty of Law and Administration at Jagiellonian University.
She also collaborates on an international project dedicated to assessing patentability and developing a unique methodology for patent evaluation.
Outside of law, she finds joy in the kitchen, where she continues to interpret and experiment. She relaxes through cycling, running, yoga, and weightlifting. Every spare moment is filled with music and books.
Chair of the Expert Council of KRSiO, retired professor of the Medical University of Warsaw, and long-time head of the Department of Physical Chemistry at the Faculty of Pharmacy. Currently, she serves as the Head of the Department of Herbal Studies at the State Academy of Applied Sciences in Krosno.
Her research focuses on the application of NMR and EPR spectroscopy in the study of compounds isolated from plants and pharmaceuticals. She has authored over 230 scientific publications, monographs, and books on aronia and dietary supplements.
