25 Brands Explore Unstoppable Food & Drink Trends & Innovations For Best-Selling Products & Attention-Grabbing Marketing: Capitalise On Critical Vegan, Plant-Based, Health, Sustainability, Convenience & Retail Trends For Captivating Products That Excite Shoppers With The Latest Flavours, Ingredients & International Cuisines, On-Trend Packaging, Profitable NPD Strategies & Engaging Marketing Campaigns. @FoodTrendsConf
7th Annual, One-Day, Brand-Led Conference - Live & Virtual Event, 14th January 2021, London. PLUS! Join Us At The Alcohol Trends & Innovations Workshop Day, 13th January 2021. Virtual Tickets Also Available. Safety First. Find out about onsite precautions.
If there are Government restrictions at the time, the conference will take place online on our dedicated virtual platform.
25 Brands Explore Unstoppable Food & Drink Trends & Innovations For Best-Selling Products & Attention-Grabbing Marketing: Capitalise On Critical Vegan, Plant-Based, Health, Sustainability, Convenience & Retail Trends For Captivating Products That Excite Shoppers With The Latest Flavours, Ingredients & International Cuisines, On-Trend Packaging, Profitable NPD Strategies & Engaging Marketing Campaigns. @FoodTrendsConf
7th Annual, One-Day, Brand-Led Conference & Networking Event, 14th January 2021. PLUS! Join Us At The Alcohol Trends & Innovations Workshop Day, 13th January 2021. PLUS! Live Streaming Option Available.
- Boost Sales With Hot Trends, New Flavours & Key Innovations: Get up-to-date on the latest ingredients, tastes and textures for exciting, profitable products.
- Capitalise On Vegan, Plant-Based & Flexitarian: Truly understand how plant-based consumers tick and create products that impress both vegans and the mass market.
- Successfully Monetise Health Trends: Appeal to the health-conscious consumer with healthy new products and innovative use of functional ingredients.
- The Hottest 2020 Buzzword: Sustainability! Fresh ideas for reduced-waste supply chain, environmentally- friendly packaging and ethically-sourced ingredients.
- Fresh Retailer & Chef Insights: Predictions from cutting-edge chefs and retailers on the critical products and trends to impress to win consumers in 2020 and beyond.
- Are Plastics All Bad? The latest industry developments in sustainable packaging that don't compromise on design, product taste or shelf-life.
- Innovative & Profitable NPD: Exploit the latest consumer insights and gaps in the market for exciting new products that meet shopper demands and skyrocket sales.
- What International Cuisines Will Be Next Onto British Plates? Tap into on-trend international ingredients and flavours for exciting new products!
- Harness The Power Of Convenience: Create impressive, nutritious on-the-go products that meet busy consumers' needs.
- Create A Storm With Engaging Marketing & Comms! Captivate consumers and effectively communicate brand values; integrated across in-store, online, traditional and social media channels.
Monetise The Latest Retail & Consumer Insights, Critical Trends & Hot Innovations To Excel In Vegan, Plant-Based & Consumer Health Trends, Meet Rising Demands For Sustainable Packaging, Excite Busy Shoppers With Next-Level NPD, International Cuisines & Innovative Convenience Products & Create Captivating Marketing Campaigns To Skyrocket Sales
The Food & Drink Trends & Innovations Conference At A Glance:
25
Food & Drink
Brand Speakers
100%
Satisfaction Rating
In 2019
7
Years Leading
The Market
10
Advanced Topic
Streams
1
Inspirational,
Trend-Led Day
PLUS! This Food & Drink Trends & Innovations Conference Also Features:
- 25 Iconic Food & Drink Brands & Retailers Speaking
- New For 2020! Post-Conference Alcohol Trends Workshop Day
- 100% Satisfaction Rate In 2019
- Innovative Taste Demos From Pioneering Chefs
- In-Depth Conversations & Speaker Interviews
- 4 Facilitated Breakout Discussions Covering: A) Gut Health B) Sustainability & Packaging C) Long-Term Brand Building D) eCommerce
25 Food & Drink Brands & Retailers Speaking: New Trends & Innovations • Vegan, Plant-Based & Flexitarian • Hot Health Trends • Sustainability • Next-Level NPD • What’s Next? Chefs & Innovator Insights • Plastics & Packaging • International Trends & Influences • Monetise The Convenience Boom • Stand-Out Marketing & Comms • Retailer Views & Predictions
Monetise Alcohol Shopper Strategies & Product Trends & Innovations For Exciting, Profitable Products – On & Off Trade: 360° Market Insights As Alcohol Trends Hit The Reset Button! Retailers, Beers, Wines, Spirits, Sommeliers, On-Trade & Non-Alcoholic. The Alcohol Trends & Innovations Virtual Day, 13th January 2021. Book Before Friday For Just £189! Offer Applies To Brands Only. Download the brochure here >>
Monetise Alcohol Trends & Innovations For Exciting, Profitable Products: ✓ Emerging Trends & Flavours ✓ COVID Updates ✓ Online & Digital Disruption ✓ Low & No ✓ Craft Beer ✓ Sustainability ✓ Packaging ✓ On-Trade Insights ✓ Soft Drinks & Mixers ✓ GenZ Insights
97% Average Delegate Satisfaction Rating Across All 2019 Events! Hear What Previous Conference Attendees Think:
‘Conversation-generating presentations on driving the business forward.’
‘A very well-organised, professional event.’
‘Very relevant, interesting and motivating.’
Can You Help Monetise The Latest Consumer Trends & Innovations? For more information on how to get involved, please call +44 (0)20 3479 2299 or email partner@foodanddrinkconference.com
Book an exhibition stand and two delegate passes today for just £2,399+VAT. Click here to book your stand. Exhibition space is limited and will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Unstoppable Food & Drink Trends & Innovations For Best-Selling Products & Attention-Grabbing Marketing: Capitalise On Critical Vegan, Plant-Based, Health, Sustainability, Convenience & Retail Trends For Captivating Products That Excite Shoppers With The Latest Flavours, Ingredients & International Cuisines, On-Trend Packaging, Profitable NPD Strategies & Engaging Marketing Campaigns
7th Annual, Brand-Led Conference & Networking Event, 14th January 2021, London
08:30 Registration, Morning Coffee & Objective Setting
09:10 GIC Welcome, Interactive Voting Introduction & Morning Chair’s Opening Remarks
Hot New Trends & Innovations - Q&A Panel
09:20 Seize Opportunities & Capitalise On The Cutting-Edge Trends Defining Our Plate In 2020 & Beyond For New Profitable Innovations
Ben Lockwood, UK On Trade Marketing Manager, BrewDog
Rupert Willday, Head of Food, Charlie Bigham's
Ben Hedley, Head of Marketing Global, Burger & Lobster Restaurant Group
Charlotte Dauzat, Co-Founder, GÂTO
James Edmunds, Managing Director, Trip
Lee Boakes Head of NPD & Innovation Huel
Vegan & Plant-Based
09:50 Explore The Longevity Of Veganism & Create Profitable Products & Campaigns That Impress Both Plant-Based Consumers & The Mass Market
Vegan & Plant-Based
10:10 Ensure You’re Meeting The Needs Of Health-Conscious Consumers With Products That Hit The All-Important Health Trends For Increased Sales
Rebecca Bolt, Head of Innovations, Addo Food Group
10:40 Morning Refreshment Break With Informal Networking & Chef Demos
Sustainability Drive
11:10 Create & Maintain A True Drive For Sustainability Across Your Organisation With Innovative New Strategies That Impress Today’s Environmentally-Conscious Consumer
Paul Irwin-Rhodes, External Affairs Manager, Greggs
11:50 Bonus Session Reserved For Exclusive Conference Partner. For more information on how to get involved, please call +44 (0)20 3479 2299 or email partner@foodanddrinkconference.com
Next-Level NPD
12:20 Harness Fresh Consumer Insights & Successful NPD Strategies For Innovative & Profitable Products That Fly Off The Shelf
Minerve Vicente, Head of Product Development EMEA, Kraft Heinz Company
12:40 Lunch & Informal Networking For Speakers, Delegates & Partners
13:10 Informal Breakout Discussions
A) Gut Health
Nicola Diogenous, Head of Innovation & NPD, Jacksons
B) Long-Term Brand Building
C) Sustainability & Packaging
D) Coronavirus Response!
Share best practice with your peers about the immediate impact of coronavirus on business operations and strategy, how to minimise blows to the bottom line and reinforce business resilience during uncertain times.
13:40 Afternoon Chair’s Opening Remarks
Daniela Busseni, Head of Category Development - Sweet Treats, Premier Foods
Chefs & Innovators: The Next Big Thing!
13:50 The Next Big Thing: Hot New Flavours, Cuisines & Ingredients Hitting The Menu For 2020 & Beyond
Aaron Dixon, Head of Culinary, Moy Park
Mark Schomberg, Global Lead Development Chef, pladis Global
Robbie Lorraine, Executive Chef, The Lion's Prep
Toby Hill, Head of Food Development, Bourne Leisure
Plastics & Packaging
14:20 Move Towards Sustainable Packaging With Plastics & Alternatives That Meet Rising Consumer Demands
Ben Fox, Packaging Procurement Manager, Yeo Valley Family Farm
International Trends & Influences
14:40 Tap Into The Latest Worldwide Food & Drink Trends For Up-To-Date, Innovative Products
15:00 Bonus Session Reserved For Exclusive Conference Partner. For more information on how to get involved, please call +44 (0)20 3479 2299 or email partner@foodanddrinkconference.com
15:30 Afternoon Refreshment Break With Informal Networking
On-The-Go!
16.00 Excite Busy Shoppers With Innovative On-The-Go Products That Fly Off The Shelves
Steve Bessant, Co-Founder, The Coconut Collaborative & Boostball
Fresh Marketing & Comms
16:20 Create Fresh Marketing Campaigns With Exciting & Relevant Content That Effectively Communicates Brand Values & Captivates Consumers Across Multiple Channels
Speaker to be announced
Plant Power Is People Power
Speaker to be confirmed.
Retailer Views & Insights - Q&A Panel
17:00 Hear Directly From The Retailers! The Latest Trends, Consumer Behaviours & Shopper Habits To Buy Into & Ensure Profit In A Challenging Retail Market
Kevin Hancock, Senior Trading Manager, Ocado
Simon Browning, MD Strategic Partnerships, Krispy Kreme UK
Rita Almeida, Retail Brand Specialist - Grocery & Pantry, Amazon UK
17:30 Chairs’ Closing Remarks & Official Close Of Conference
Monetise Alcohol Shopper Strategies & Product Trends & Innovations For Exciting, Profitable Products – On & Off Trade: 360° Market Insights As Alcohol Trends Hit The Reset Button! Retailers, Beers, Wines, Spirits, Sommeliers, On-Trade & Non-Alcoholic. The Alcohol Trends & Innovations Virtual Day, 13th January 2021. Book Before Friday For Just £189! Offer Applies To Brands Only. Download the brochure here >>
Monetise Alcohol Trends & Innovations For Exciting, Profitable Products: ✓ Emerging Trends & Flavours ✓ COVID Updates ✓ Online & Digital Disruption ✓ Low & No ✓ Craft Beer ✓ Sustainability ✓ Packaging ✓ On-Trade Insights ✓ Soft Drinks & Mixers ✓ GenZ Insights
Why Not Get Involved With The Food & Drink Trends Conference?
Can You Help Monetise The Latest Consumer Trends & Innovations? For more information on how to get involved, please call +44 (0)20 3479 2299 or email partner@foodanddrinkconference.com
Book an exhibition stand and two delegate passes today for just £2,399+VAT. Click here to book your stand. Exhibition space is limited and will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis.