Southwest Food Innovation Summit

Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025 @ 8:00 am – 2:00 pm

Location: The Grove at Western Fair District | 900 King St., London, ON

Join us on Tuesday, June 3rd, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for the Southwest Food Innovation Summit, a dynamic event designed to connect you with the heart of the region’s thriving food and beverage ecosystem. For a registration fee of just $20, you’ll gain exclusive access to a powerful network of industry leaders, innovative resources, and actionable strategies to drive your business forward.

Lunch will be provided by local producers.

Why you should attend

The Southwest Food Innovation Summit isn’t just another industry event; it’s your gateway to unlocking the region’s thriving food and beverage ecosystem. Step into a day where innovation meets opportunity, where you can directly connect with the key players—from influential founders and industry experts to vital support services in distribution, marketing, and product development. Discover how to leverage cutting-edge resources, including AI, and plug into the infrastructure that will propel your business forward. Unlike any other event, we’re creating a powerful hub for collaboration and growth. Leave with invaluable insights, actionable strategies, and the connections you need to weather today’s economic challenges and drive your success in Canada’s dynamic food and beverage landscape.

Keynote

Andreas Düss

Internationally recognized keynote speaker, author, and CEO, Andreas Düss is on a mission: to help food businesses thrive in a world transformed by AI, data, and shifting consumer behaviour.

With over 20 years of global experience spanning brand innovation, food and beverage, and the future of technology, Andreas delivers keynotes that don’t just inform — they inspire action and unlock new possibilities.

He has delivered hundreds of keynotes around the world, including for leading industry organizations like USA Rice, USAEDC, and the International Peanut Forum.

As co-founder of 6 Seeds Consulting and author of Friction-Less: How AI Can Overcome Friction and Transform Your Business, Andreas is a sought-after guide for those who need clarity and strategy in an unpredictable world.