Sweet Talk – David Charest

In this exclusive interview, International Confectionery Editor Joseph Clarke gets to know David……
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In this exclusive interview, International Confectionery Editor Joseph Clarke gets to know David Charest, Head of Preservation and Specialty Ingredients, Corbion…

Do you prefer Sweet or Savoury? 

Savoury. 

What’s your favourite dessert? 

Hmm…. That’s a tricky one but let’s go with Hot Chocolate Brownie!  

Who did you most admire growing up? 

My mum because she could make any food from around the world. She was a travel agent so brought back ideas from her trips that she would use to make delicious meals.  

If you could meet anyone, dead or alive, who would it be? 

I would probably say George Washington, as he was a very influential leader. I admire how he overcame adversity from a young age.  

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? 

My mum always used to tell me that life is a journey. She explained that we shouldn’t look to the end but instead enjoy the journey along the way.  

What’s one habit that keeps you focused or grounded? 

I count my blessings. When things are good or bad, it’s good to remind yourself of the positives and the things that are going right.  

If you weren’t in this career, what would you be doing? 

If I weren’t working in this industry, I would like to be a Formula One Race Driver. I love cars and I love the high-speed.  

What’s a book, film, or podcast that has inspired you? 

I enjoyed a podcast recently about digital transformation.  

Do you prefer city life or a countryside escape? 

Countryside escape 

What’s the one word colleagues would use to describe you? 

Funny 

What’s your dream travel destination you haven’t visited yet? 

I have always really wanted to visit the Yellowstone National Park – I absolutely love nature, wildlife and mountains.  

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