FMI FreshForward, a leading event for fresh suppliers, retailers looking to source fresh foods, and other leaders in the grocery retail industry, has a first-time scholarship program! This program will welcome 2 students or recent grads from Saint Joseph's University (Philadelphia, PA) to explore fresh food careers, gain valuable industry knowledge, and network with fresh professionals across the grocery retail industry.

Michael Kanceljak (MBA Candidate) and Delaney Russell (Recent Bachelor's Degree Graduate) will be in attendance. If you're going to the event, please be sure to welcome them!

Two scholars' headshots for FreshForward's 2026 Scholarship Program: Michael Kanceljak and Delaney Russell, two students from Saint Joseph's University

Interested in supporting students under this program this year or for 2027's event?  Reach out to Haley Pierce, Manager for the FMI Foundation, for more information!