Delivered in partnership between the Department for Business and Trade and Welsh Government
on behalf of the Food and Drink Export Council (FDEC).

This free networking event is for food and drink exporters based in Wales and South West England who are looking to grow their exports, expand into new markets, and build their network.

Why attend?

This free to attend event will comprise of interactive sessions on:

• How to build your brand in international markets
• How to overcome barriers to exporting
• A choice of breakout sessions from export documentation, financing your export plan, or getting samples into the EU.

Hear from business leaders, peers and experts in the food and drink sector to help you grow your exports. Keynote speaker Stephen Davies, CEO of Penderyn, will share the story of how Penderyn grew its brand internationally. Guest speakers also include:
 

• Tee Sandhu, SamosaCo
• Margaret Boanas, International Meat Trade Association
• Sandra Sullivan, Food and Drink Exporters Association
• Cath White, Belvoir Farm
• Adriana Santos, The Tracklement Company
• Stuart McNally, Calon Wen
• Yash Dhutia, Ferraris Coffee

Representatives from both the public and private sectors will be on hand throughout the day to tell you about the export support services they can offer, including:
 

• The Institute of Export and International Trade
• Export Support Service and Export Academy
• Food and Drink Exporters Association
• UK Export Finance
• Welsh Government

You’ll also have the opportunity to network with your peers, speakers, and our range of exhibitors throughout the day.
The event will be delivered through the medium of English.

Please note, spaces are limited and subject to DBT and Welsh Government approval.

Venue details:

Vale Resort
Hensol Road
Hensol
Pontyclun
CF72 8JY