International Fresh Produce Association Opens Registration for 2023 Foodservice Conference; Joe Watson Details
NEWARK, DE & WASHINGTON, DC - July will be here before we know it, and so will the International Fresh Produce Association’s (IFPA) Foodservice Conference. The show will take place July 27–28 in Monterey, California, and those interested in attending can now register and make hotel reservations.
“The energy at this event is off the charts. When we get buyers and sellers together, business happens,” said Joe Watson, Vice President of Retail, Foodservice, and Wholesale Membership. “What makes this conference unique is that it is designed exclusively for produce in foodservice. It’s the place for connections, insights, and innovations that grow our members’ businesses. In fact, it’s the anchor of the foodservice year.”
On average, the conference brings together more than 1,800 members of the full foodservice supply chain, according to a release. The event boasted a 1:1 buyer-supplier ratio in 2022, creating a great networking environment.
Buyers at the show include foodservice operators, distributors, K-12 reps, and retail foodservice buyers. Those attending will hear expert speakers, participate in field tours, have the opportunity to participate in a buyer sourcing event, and enjoy the expo.
“I’m especially excited about the Buyer Sourcing Meetings, where interested suppliers can get eight to 10 one-on-one meetings with buyers for an additional fee,” added Watson. “Anyone who is interested in participating in these one-on-one buyer-supplier meetings simply needs to contact me at [email protected] or my colleague Andrew Marshall [email protected].”
Foodservice operators and distributor buyers this year include: Compass/Foodbuy/National Produce FB, Denny’s, Dominos, FreshEdge, Markon, PRO*ACT, Produce Alliance, Restaurant Services, Restaurant Supply Chain Services, Simply Good Jars, Sysco, Texas Roadhouse, and US Foods.
To register, click here. More information about the event can be found here.
The countdown to this unique event begins, so stay tuned to ANUK for more insights and updates.
