Discover the latest market trends in the botanical products industry. Network and connect with local industry stakeholders and botanical products experts from around the world.
The Southern African Botanical Products Association (SABPA) is hosting a learning Symposium on 23 October 2024 at the Cullinan Hotel, Cape Town. The symposium will cover commercialisation, market access and the sustainable supply chain of botanicals.
The event is being held in conjunction with the 23rd International Society for Ethnopharmacology Congress and 2nd International Congress of the African Phytomedicine Scientific Society, taking place from the 23 to 26 October.
Confirmed speakers
The symposium will feature a lineup of distinguished speakers who are experts in their respective fields. These thought leaders will share their insights, experiences, and visions for the future, providing attendees with valuable knowledge and inspiration:
- Dr. Thomas Brendler, CEO Plantaphile (Pty) Ltd, South Africa
- Dr. Cris Amarillas, CSO Botanicals, Eurofins, USA
- Prof. Alvaro Viljoen, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa
- Prof. Joanne Barnes, University of Auckland, New Zealand
- Prof. Rachel Wynberg, University of Cape Town, South Africa
- Dr. Vuyisile Hobololo, Head Indigenous Knowledge Systems, TIA, South Africa
- Josh Schneider, Principal, Cultivaris, USA
- Prof. Paula Brown, BCIT Vancouver, Canada
- Ulrich Feiter, Chair SABPA, CEO Parceval, South Africa
- Dr. Neil Gower, Senior lecturer, University of Johannesburg, Chair Complementary Medicines Committee SAHPRA, South Africa
- Mirran Raphaely, Founding Partner BeyondBrands, USA
- Dr. Joerg Gruenwald, CEO Phytopharm Consulting, Germany
The SABPA Symposium is ideal for professionals, researchers, students, and anyone with an interest in the bioproducts industry. Whether you are looking to stay updated on the latest trends, gain new insights, or expand your professional network, this event is not to be missed.
Register today and be at the forefront of innovation! Registration closes on 5 October. Click here for more information.
