FWD Live! 2026

Food & Drink Wholesale Live returns on 11 June 2026, bringing the wholesale sector together for a high-impact day of insight, innovation and collaboration. As our flagship annual conference, the event offers an unmissable opportunity for wholesalers, suppliers and service partners to connect, learn and shape the future of the industry.

This is the wholesale event of the year – and one you won’t want to miss.

Headline keynote: Joe Wicks

We’re delighted to welcome Joe Wicks MBE – The Body Coach as our 2026 keynote speaker.
In conversation, Joe will explore health trends, changing consumer behaviour and the power of influence. He’ll share practical insights on building resilient brands and connecting with today’s customers, and what that means for the future of food, drink and wholesale.

A day built around your priorities

FWD Live! 2026 brings together big-picture thinking and practical action, all aligned to our 2026 theme: Building a Resilient Wholesale Sector.

The day opens with expert-led conference sessions setting the agenda on policy, business resilience and the key challenges shaping our industry. You’ll then choose from focused breakout workshops on cyber security, AI and technology, sustainability, retail and foodservice insight, marketing and building resilient teams. Throughout the day you’ll have dedicated time to network with wholesalers, suppliers and partners, and to visit the Sponsor Hub showcasing the latest ideas and services for the sector. From strategic insight to practical takeaways, the programme is designed to help you and your teams plan, adapt and succeed.