On September 24, 2025, Worldgate Innovative Solutions Inc., in partnership with Almendra Co. Ltd., a leading Thai supplier of Stevia, conducted its second webinar of the year titled “Sweet Gains: Stevia with No Compromise – A Smarter Choice for Great Flavor, Clean Labels, and Lower Costs.” This event aimed to provide attendees with a fresh perspective on Stevia, highlighting its ability to capture the sugar taste curve and its dual benefits as a healthy choice and sound business decision.

The webinar featured Ms. Rachelle Mae Manaois, Worldgate’s Technical Account Manager, who shared valuable market insights with participants. Key topics included the significance of taste as the primary purchase driver, the surge in demand for clean labels and natural products, the increasing trend of sugar reduction, the backlash against artificial sweeteners, tax pressures on brands, and the growing readiness of Filipino consumers to embrace Stevia.

Joining Ms. Manaois was the main speaker, Mr. Pongsathorn “Ham” Wichianwattanachai, the Regional Business Development Manager at Almendra (Thailand) Ltd. Mr. Wichianwattanachai discussed successful sugar reduction strategies utilizing Stevia, emphasizing points such as the relationship between Stevia’s molecular structure and taste, variations in sweetening power depending on concentration, sweetness onset time based on purity, and the importance of surfactant properties and minor  components. Together, they made a compelling case for why Almendra’s Stevia presents the optimal choice for achieving great flavor, clean labels, and cost efficiency.

The audience engaged actively, learning about innovative practices and the health solutions that Almendra and Worldgate are committed to providing. As in the previous webinar, this session included product prototypes, interactive polls, and a Q&A discussion, ensuring an enriching experience for all attendees.

Worldgate is dedicated not only to promoting health but also to being a smart partner in innovation. The company aspires to bring transformative solutions to the Philippines, addressing the challenges that the nation faces in keeping pace with innovation in the food manufacturing and nutraceutical sectors. With a commitment to providing effective solutions, Worldgate aims to play an essential role in advancing the industry and fostering a culture of innovation.