The Future Leaders Forum

In our ever-changing business, regulatory and social world, your organisation will need people at the helm who can excel in providing purposeful, principle-based leadership as this change accelerates and we continuously brave uncharted waters.

The Future Leaders Forum is the most relevant industry event toward fast-tracking young professionals and emerging leaders who will transform the future of the fast moving consumer goods and supermarket retail industry.

Participation in the Future Leaders Forum provides a motivational reward for great accomplishments, is an investment in your organisation's future and that of our industry. The Future Leaders Forum will inspire and develop leaders of today and tomorrow.

The Future Leaders Forum has been designed to provide a great interactive experience and is aligned to four themed sessions structured around the topic of Purposeful leadership in a transforming world:

  1. A thriving, sustainable industry - will explore the long term sustainability of our industry, and how its success lies in the hands of tomorrow's leaders.
  2. A shopper-centric world - investigates the opportunities and benefits of collaboration to develop value creation strategies, and deliver extraordinary growth and competitive advantage in a shopper-centric world.
  3. Reimagining the way we work - will examine how technology has impacted the way we work, and how this will accelerate into the future.
  4. Purposeful leadership - arms delegates with insights into what constitutes purposeful leadership, at both a personal and professional level.

 

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January

One of the industries largest food and beverage sourcing and innovation shows is kicking off the year. Gulfood 2026 is taking place in Dubai, UAE at Expo City Dubai – with country partner, India, supporting the event.

February

ISM 2026, organised by Koelnmesse, is returning in 2026 – scheduled in Cologne 1-4 February. The trade fair brings together companies across the entire value chain of the confectionery and snacks sector, with attendees from 71 countries already confirmed for 2026.

March

AAHAR is India’s largest and oldest food and beverage trade show, with 2026 marking the 40th edition of the event. It will feature over 1700 exhibitors across the food and beverage sectors, including an Australia pavilion, hosted by Austrade.

May

Food & Drink Business presents The Hive Awards, an annual celebration of innovation and excellence in the Australian food and beverage manufacturing sector.

Bringing together chefs, operators, buyers, suppliers, and innovators for three jam-packed days of action across industry trade shows, culinary competitions, free conference streams, awards, and the best hospitality party of the year.

THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 is taking place in Bangkok from 26-30 May at Impact Muang Thong Thani, scaling up to 140,000+ square metres with a new hall added for one of the region’s largest food and beverage trade shows.

Melbourne’s tastiest day out will be back in 2026! Watch top chefs and your favourite food heroes live on stage as they cook up a storm and meet the makers to sip, sample and shop their produce.

June

Sydney’s tastiest day out will be back in 2026! From the hottest chilli sauces to the smelliest cheese, the Margaret River to the Barossa, we scour the nation to find the most delicious and exciting products around and bring them all together in one place.

Rockwell Automation hosts three days of learning, networking, and innovation at ROKLive 2026 in Adelaide, featuring over 100 sessions including hands-on labs, technical deep dives, and presentations.

July

Welcome to Australia’s favourite destination for food and wine experiences. The Good Food & Wine Show returns to Perth for 2026, taking place at PCEC from 17-19 July. Are you ready for the ultimate foodie day out?