Retail & E-commerce
FMI FreshForward 2026
FMI FreshForward is an event focused on the future of fresh foods, including consumer connection, merchandising strategies, and practical technology. It is for retailers, wholesalers, and product suppliers in the fresh industry.
The essentials
Event details
- Dates
- 10 August 2026 to 12 August 2026
- Organiser
- FMI
- Industry
- Retail & E-commerce
Who attends
The audience
The fresh industry never stands still, and staying ahead means focusing on the issues that matter most to retailers, wholesalers, and product suppliers today.
As described by the organiser
Agenda themes
Topics covered
- Design
- Retail
- Technology
- Health
- Marketing
- Media
- Sales
- Food & Beverage
- Product
- Food
- Social Media
On stage
Speakers
- Benjamin Bond, VP Strategy & Business Development, Simbe Robotics
- Heather Garlich
- Kim Gray, Chief Merchandising Officer, Schnuck Markets, Inc
- David Haaf, Vice President of Fresh, FMI - The Food Industry Association
- Kathy Hayden, Senior Vice President, Strategic Partnerships MarTech Division, Inmar Intelligence
On the floor
Sponsors and partners
- Irresistible Foods Group
- Afresh
- The Wonderful Company
- Hussmann Corporation
Logistics
Where to stay
Places to stay near the venue.
Le Méridien
1019 Pine Street, Saint Louis, 63101
Home2 Suites
1221 Locust Street, Saint Louis, 63103
Tru
1221 Locust Street, Saint Louis, 63103
The Westin St. Louis
811 Spruce Street, Saint Louis, 63102
Live! By Loews
799 Clark Avenue, Saint Louis, 63102
Hotel Saint Louis
705 Olive Street, Saint Louis, 63101
Magnolia Hotel St. Louis
421 North 8th Street, Saint Louis, 63101
Marriott St. Louis Grand
822 Washington Avenue, Saint Louis, 63101
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