In this episode of Recipe to Revenue, Hiren Umradia, founder and CEO of Zess, shares his journey from tech professional to food innovator using AI to revolutionize plant-based food development.
Tech Meets Food: The AI Revolution in Plant-Based Development
by Sinuate Media | Recipe to Revenue
See how Hiren combined his background in data science and product management with a passion for food to create innovative plant-based deli fillings that secured nationwide distribution through Sysco.
Watch or listen to learn about:
- How data-driven research approaches can identify untapped food markets
- The power of rapid prototyping methodology in food product development
- Using AI technology to design sustainable, allergen-free foods
- Strategies for pivoting a business during challenging times like COVID
- The cultural intersection of food innovation and global food trends
Whether you’re a food tech entrepreneur, product developer, or sustainability advocate, this episode reveals the future of food innovation through technology. Learn how Hiren’s company uses artificial intelligence to create better, more sustainable plant-based alternatives while building a successful B2B food business.

