Event Details
The Well Network and The Food Institute are pleased to announce an annual reception and program during the Summer Fancy Food Show on June 29, 2026 and hosted by our partners at Alliance Bernstein at their offices in Hudson Yards, NYC.
Monday, June 29 between 5pm-8pm ET featuring a high-profile panel of industry experts and speciality food and beverage exhibitors.
Here are the details of the panel:
The New Leaders in Specialty Food: How High-Growth Brands Are Winning in 2026
What separates today’s breakout specialty food brands from the rest of the market? In this session, The Well Network and The Food Institute convenes industry leaders to examine the companies driving exceptional growth across CPG, retail, foodservice, and e-commerce in 2026. Drawing on industry market intelligence, consumer insights, and real-world business examples, the panel will explore how top-performing brands are translating shifting consumer preferences and macroeconomic pressures into measurable revenue gains.
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Attendees will learn which specialty food brands and categories are gaining momentum, the commercial strategies fueling sustained growth, and how evolving shopper behavior is reshaping the competitive landscape. From product positioning and retail execution to innovation and consumer engagement, this discussion offers founders, retailers, and investors a practical look at what it takes to outperform in today’s specialty food market.
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