Excel4Pro | Taste Forward Thessaloniki

​As part of the Excel4Pro project, we are organizing an inspiring event focused on sustainable food systems and alternative proteins. Funded by the Horizon Europe programme, Excel4Pro brings together partners including the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), the Region of Peloponnese, JOTIS S.A., and Reframe.food, and will host its first public event in Greece.

​During the event, we will welcome innovative alternative protein startups and brands. Together, we will explore the vision of sustainable food systems and the future of protein, while also enjoying a tasting session featuring their delicious products.

​We warmly invite students, researchers, academics, NGOs, company representatives, entrepreneurs, and all ecosystem stakeholders interested in alternative proteins, and sustainable food systems.

​📅 Date: 17 July 2026
🕒 Time: 15:00 – 17:00
📍 Venue: Alexander Innovation Zone

​Event Agenda
15:00–15:10 Welcome & Introduction to the Excel4Pro Project
15:10–15:50 Alternative Protein Trends in Greece and Türkiye
Nikos Deligiannis (Reframe Food)
Ilknur Sahin, Foodback (Impact Hub Istanbul)
15:50–16:15 Startup Presentations: Alternative Protein Innovations
OVEGAN269, based in Ilion, Greece (Panagiotis Magoulas)
Kora, based in Ankara, Turkiye (Deniz Unver)
16:15–17:00 Networking & Alternative Protein Tasting