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MARCO ISLAND, Fla. — The 2025 FMI Midwinter Executive Conference, the premier gathering for food industry leaders, will be held on Marco Island, Florida, from January 30 to February 2. The event promises dynamic discussions on innovation, leadership, and strategies for addressing the food sector's most pressing challenges.
The 2025 FMI Midwinter Executive Conference promises an unparalleled opportunity for industry leaders to collaborate, innovate, and propel the food sector toward a sustainable and dynamic future. Rick Keyes, a more than 30-year Meijer veteran, and Steven Williams, a 26-year PepsiCo veteran, will co-chair the conference.
The conference will bring together top executives from across the food industry, including retailers, suppliers, and service providers. Attendees will engage in collaborative sessions to leverage emerging technologies, enhance the customer experience, and drive sustainability initiatives.
"Restaurateurs, grocers, and food manufacturers share a mission to feed families and enrich lives," said Leslie G. Sarasin, president and CEO of FMI. "Our Midwinter Executive Conference provides a unique forum for leaders to share insights, explore future opportunities, and master the momentum in our ever-evolving sector."
As part of the conference lineup, renowned chef and humanitarian José Andrés will join Sarasin for a keynote conversation titled "A Conversation with Chef José Andrés." They will explore leadership, innovation, and global food security, offering perspectives on how the food industry can address critical challenges while advancing its mission.
FMI has also announced the three finalists for the FMItech Pitch Competition, spotlighting technological solutions poised to reshape the food industry. Badge, NoxuData, and Workrz will present their cutting-edge innovations during the conference.
· Badge: A no-code mobile wallet platform enabling retailers to engage in-store customers through personalized experiences within Apple, Google, and Samsung Wallets—without requiring app downloads or online accounts.
· NoxuData: A data analytics firm specializing in AI-powered solutions for the food industry, offering interactive experiences through its multi-agent CPG data analyst platform.
· Workrz: A flexible job-sharing platform connecting freelancers and businesses, enabling service workers to manage multiple part-time roles while helping businesses reduce turnover.
