Mondelēz International’s SnackFutures Ventures will present key trends shaping the future of snacking at Natural Products Expo West on March 5. An expert panel will discuss insights from the company's 2024 State of Snacking Report, covering topics such as social media’s influence on snack choices, the rise of permissible chocolate, protein evolution in savory snacks and women’s health, growing demand for cleaner-label bakery products, and innovations in supply chain and climate resilience. Richie Gray, Vice President and Global Head of SnackFutures Ventures, emphasized the company's role in identifying disruptive innovations in snacking. SnackFutures Ventures invests in brands and technologies aligned with Mondelēz’s priorities, including companies like Celleste Bio and Urban Legend. Mondelēz International, with 2024 revenues of approximately $36.4 billion, continues to lead in global snacking with brands like Oreo, Cadbury, and Ritz.