The NPD Clinic

Expert Guidance Tailored To Your Business Challenges

The NPD Clinic offers Food Manufacture 360 delegates the opportunity to book an exclusive 20-minute one-to-one consultation with leading product development experts.

Whether you're developing a new product, refining an existing formulation or navigating a technical challenge, these sessions provide practical, personalised advice tailored to your business and objectives. Available as a £50 add-on to your delegate pass.

Book your consultation during registration. Limited appointments available.

Operator Ticket w/ NPD Clinic

£400.00

Includes one ticket & one 20-minute NPD Clinic session with one of our consultants.

How It Works


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Meet The Expert

Meet The Experts

Matthew Balkin
Founder
Balkin Nutrition and AfN Registered Nutritionist (RNutr)

Sessions can cover:

  • Product concept development and formulation strategy
  • Ingredient selection, functionality, and dosage considerations
  • Regulatory compliance and claims guidance
  • Innovation opportunities across supplements, functional foods, and drinks
  • Formula optimisation and cost considerations
  • Manufacturer and supplier considerations
  • Troubleshooting existing products or development challenges

Having previously worked at Huel and supported the development of innovative nutrition products, Matthew brings practical industry experience across supplements, functional foods, and functional beverages. These dedicated 1-to-1 sessions provide tailored guidance to help brands navigate the complexities of product development, from initial concept through to commercial launch.

Whether you are launching a new product, refining an existing formula, or exploring new opportunities within the nutrition space, Matthew can provide practical, science-led advice to help create products that are compliant, commercially viable, and aligned with consumer needs.

Lucy Wager
Food Innovation & Product Development Consultant
Out to Launch Ltd

Sessions to cover TBC

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Ready to Book?

Add a consultation session to your Food Manufacture 360 ticket for just £50.

Please note: Places are strictly limited and advance booking is required.

Operator Ticket w/ NPD Clinic

£400.00

Includes one ticket & one 20-minute NPD Clinic session with one of our consultants.