Gloucestershire’s new government backed scheme Food For Thought, has announced that renowned international speaker and food & drink industry expert Professor David Hughes AKA Dr Food, will lead its next event, Global Food & Drink Trends, taking place in Cheltenham on Tuesday 19th November.
Dr Food will delve into the latest consumer food and drink industry trends, offering valuable insights for local food and drink businesses. This landmark event is a unique opportunity to learn how shifting trends could impact your operation and strategy. David will share his personal experiences from speaking to senior agribusiness and food industry managers about worldwide food industry developments, that are and will affect the wider industry. Attendees will be given new ways in which they might respond to combat threats and embrace opportunities in 2025 and beyond.
Food for Thought, the new countywide community interest company (CIC), is offering this unique opportunity to food and drink producers, suppliers, farmers and hospitality businesses, and encouraging them to attend the event to hear firsthand the latest trends, advancements and opportunities from a leading international specialist.
Working in partnership with Made in Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire County Council, and the Growth Hub network, Food for Thought is made up of local business owners, organisations, and experts who are working together to build a vibrant and engaged community that champions positive trade and a sustainable and circular economy for local businesses. All event tickets are subsidised thanks to the support from Food for Thought’s partners and all events will be held at food and drink related businesses, which means 100% of the ticket revenue will be invested back into the local economy
Nicole Archer, Director of Food For Thought commented,: “It’s a real coup for the county to have Professor David Hughes AKA Dr Food speaker here in Gloucestershire. I am looking forward to him sharing his thoughts on current global market trends and ways in which businesses can future proof themselves, both locally and internationally.”
Taking place on Tuesday 19th November, from 10.00am to 12noon at Clavell & Hind, Cheltenham, tickets are on sale now via the Evenbrite page for just £10pp. Chapter 2 – Global Food & Drink Trends with Professor David Hughes Tickets, Tue, Nov 19, 2024 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
*This event is only open to food and drink producers and suppliers, farmers, and hospitality businesses including food and drink trucks and vans.
 | Food for Thought will be hosting regular events to support Gloucestershire’s local businesses. For full information on what they do and to find out more about future events, please visit www.foodforthoughtcic.co.uk. |
