Food Innovation & Brand Strategy Advisory Board Member

Veblen Director Programme; Cardiff; Remote; GBP 200,000 +; Part time

Job summary

A premium UK food innovation brand is looking for a strategic advisor to join their advisory board. The role is focused on guiding funding strategies, scaling operations, and supporting international expansion in the food sector. Ideal candidates will have expertise in the food industry and a passion for purpose-driven brands. This volunteer position offers potential future equity and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Professional development

Potential future equity

Pioneering market opportunity

Qualifications

• Experienced food industry executive/advisor with retail/CPG background.
• Proven track record in product development, manufacturing scaling, or retail partnerships.
• Strong passion for purpose-driven brands focused on sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Guide funding strategies and market visibility initiatives.
• Advise on scaling operations from startup to established manufacturing.
• Support international expansion strategy across Europe and beyond.

Skills

Food industry expertise

Retail/CPG background

Knowledge of product development

Passion for cultural authenticity

Job description

Location: Remote

Compensation: Volunteer Position (Potential future equity, professional development, and pioneering market opportunity)

Are you a seasoned food industry professional ready to shape the future of African-inspired cuisine? We're seeking a strategic advisor to join a premium UK food innovation brand's advisory board, helping transform traditional ingredients into modern wellness staples.

What You'll Do:

• Guide funding strategies and market visibility initiatives in the competitive food sector
• Advise on scaling from startup to established manufacturing and retail operations
• Support international expansion strategy across Europe, UAE, and global markets

Who We're Looking For:

• Experienced food industry executive or advisor with retail/CPG background
• Knowledge of product development, manufacturing scaling, or retail partnerships preferred
• Passion for purpose-driven brands focused on cultural authenticity and sustainability

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