Leonardo Villalba
Culinary Director, and Founder of VandenPlas Consulting, is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with over 10 years of experience in business development within the dynamic realm of Food and Beverage (F&B). Recently, his attention has shifted towards advocating for humanitarian causes and championing environmental sustainability within the F&B sector.
Leonardo's passion for outdoor sports has cultivated a heightened awareness of environmental impacts, shaping his strategic investments in the F&B industry. At present, he is at the forefront of a significant initiative aimed at fostering a circular economy within the F&B landscape. This initiative involves innovating new food and beverage products, including sustainable packaging utilizing reusable materials, with a specific emphasis on implementation in Saudi Arabia.