2020 has redefined disruption. But it has also brought out the spirit of collaboration, innovation and resilience in the food and beverage industry. In the face of COVID-19 with a severely strained supply chain, there have been partnerships and new collaborations to keep up with sourcing needs.
As we reflect on the learnings from a challenging 2020, we look forward to 2021 with optimism, we have a message for you from our Group Brand Director, Natasha Berrow.
2020 has challenged the food community in many ways. Concerns about global food safety and security, strains on supply chains and changes in ingredients sourcing have made it more pivotal than ever for ingredients suppliers and buyers to connect with their peers in the F&B industry.
Strengthening current business connections, forging new ones, sharing information and acquiring up-to-date insights have all become more business critical than ever in a fast-changing world. Global health & safety measures and travel restrictions have led us to see our annual community gatherings in a different light.
Fi Europe CONNECT 2020 will shape the future of the F&B industry by: