Speaker profile
Etienne Cabane
Etienne is the Engagement Director at the Food Packaging Forum. He is responsible for creating and supporting opportunities for collaboration and engaging with stakeholders to ensure real impact. He also leads the ongoing development of the Understanding Packaging (UP) Scorecard.
Etienne is a learning and engagement specialist with scientific training as a materials scientist. He studied chemistry and materials science at CPE Lyon and the University of New Hampshire and holds a PhD in physical chemistry from the University of Basel. After finishing his degree, Etienne completed postdoctoral work at ETH Zurich, where he also built and led an independent research group focused on simple and versatile protocols for functionalizing wood with novel properties. Through his work, Etienne hopes to raise awareness of environmental health issues and drive change.
As Engagement Director at the Food Packaging Forum, Etienne leads the ongoing development of the Understanding Packaging (UP) Scorecard and connects with stakeholders to encourage implementation. He creates and supports opportunities for collaboration and manages and fosters relationships. Since joining the Food Packaging Forum in 2023, Etienne has redefined the UP Scorecard strategy and successfully reached out to new stakeholders who are now active users.