The only industry conference specifically tailored to legal, regulatory and compliance issues affecting the food industry. Attended by a diverse community of food industry representatives, attendees discuss developing legal topics and best practices for regulatory compliance. Continuing legal education (CLE) credits are available for attending.

2023 Conference Topics

Legal Conf 10

Food Labeling Priorities

There have been many developments related to food labeling, including the term ‘healthy’, front of pack labeling, plant-based products, and more. Explore these developments and their future implications in detail with industry experts. Class action litigation continues over various food labeling claims, sustainability claims, and even chemical contaminants.

Legal Conf 6

Employment & Labor

The food industry continues to face a significant workforce shortage. Food retailers and product suppliers strive for creative solutions to enable the industry to attract and retain talent and further invest in their employees. Additionally, the current labor and employment regulatory environment and heighted scrutiny threatens to significantly hamper the food industry’s ability to grow its workforce.

Legal Conf 5

Changing Consumer Demands & Supply Chain Challenges

The pandemic transformed almost every aspect of the food retail industry including the ways consumers shop for groceries and the products they demand. Explore these changes and how they have affected the supply chain. We will also consider how these differences are being viewed by media, government agencies, lawmakers and more, and considerations you should take moving forward in this new supply and demand environment.

Legal Conf 8

Navigating Social and Political Issues

Navigating the landscape of social and political issues, and communicating these issues to employees, customers and as part of your larger marketing strategy is a key issue for your business. We examine some core considerations for achieving this goal.

LEARN

Gain actionable knowledge on topics including:

• Crisis Management
• Trends in Food Labeling and Litigation
• Employment and labor

COLLABORATE

Attracting the best and brightest in the profession. Discuss key issues facing food retailers, wholesalers, and manufacturers while networking with peers in a relaxed atmosphere.


NETWORK

Enjoy the conference with a tight-knit group of peers who share your same knowledge and expertise in a idyllic location.