Some networking already underway…

Full house to hear a hospitality and foodservice sector update, presented by Kate Nicholls OBE, CEO, UKHospitality

Really interesting point from Kate Nicholls OBE re government saying they will have to pivot to focus on ‘everyday economy’ following tariffs, with hospitality being a key part of it. Fingers crossed it helps give the sector the cut-through it needs.

Karl Atkins, CEO, Foodbuy Group and Alex Demetriou, CEO, Foodbuy UK & Ireland get our Savoy Lecture underway

Karl Atkins, CEO, Foodbuy Group “We are proud of the business we have created. We have found a purpose we never had before. “If you can’t afford to invest in procurement and technology, collaboration is the answer.” Compass Group UK & I Foodbuy

“People used to work for companies, now they work for individuals.” Alex Demetriou, CEO, Foodbuy UK & Ireland Foodbuy Compass Group UK & I

With the networking in full swing, we caught up with some of our attendees. Here’s Sophie Christy, Global Brand Director, iPRO Hydrate

We also spoke to Tim Adams, Sales and Marketing Director, Bidfood Bidfood UK

Here’s Ken McMeiken, CEO, MOTO

And here’s Paul Nieduszynski, CEO, Sysco with his thoughts on the lecture today…

Dinner will be served shortly. But first, our chair Steve Norris with a quick message…. Did you know it costs £2.05 per day to be a member?

What a menu!

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