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Shaping the future of chocolate

Shaping the future of chocolate

Challenge the chocolate industry with Choruba - a sustainable, delicious, and allergen-free alternative to cocoa.
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Our challenge

Cacao production can be unsustainable due to deforestation, high water consumption and unethical labor practices that threaten ecosystems and communities. Choruba is made from carob and is more sustainable because carob trees require less water, grow in arid regions without causing deforestation, and naturally enrich the soil, making them a low-impact and eco-friendly alternative. The focus of this challenge is to craft a bold and innovative business strategy that makes Choruba a game-changer in the B2B chocolate industry.

The Team

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Eugenio Aprea
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Ilaria Pertot
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Study format
Blended
Application period
7 March – 28 April 2025
Study period
13 May – 11 June 2025
Credits
4 ECTS
Hosting university
University of Trento
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Learning outcomes

Business Strategy Development

Providing guiding principles for organizational decisions.

ESCO SKILLS

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This is a great chance to step into the shoes of a strategist, work on an innovative and sustainable food solution, and develop skills that will set you apart in the job market. Choruba is more than just an ingredient: it’s a game-changer in the chocolate industry and your ideas could shape its success in the B2B market.

Whether you are passionate about technologies, marketing, sustainability, or entrepreneurship, this challenge will push your creativity, analytical skills, and strategic thinking to the next level. In addition, you will gain hands-on experience that can boost your career prospects.

In this challenge-based learning experience, students will:

  • Analyze market opportunities: identify the most effective sales channels to introduce Choruba to confectionery manufacturers, food companies, and ingredient suppliers.
  • Develop go-to-market strategies: define Choruba’s competitive positioning and entry strategies in the B2B chocolate sector.
  • Create targeted communication plans: design marketing and digital strategies to engage businesses and convince them to adopt Choruba.
  • Explore global potential: assess emerging trends and international opportunities in the chocolate and allergen-free ingredients market.

Hosting university

University of Trento

University of Trento

Challenge provider

Foreverland Food