Industry experts from food and beverage production, equipment manufacturing, and service provider companies are invited to submit session proposals by September 26, 2025. According to the association, FSX 2026 slated to bring together approximately 250 senior-level food industry executives and decision-makers in an intimate, focused environment designed to foster meaningful connections and drive innovation across the sector.

"FSX has evolved into the premier forum where the entire food production ecosystem comes together to tackle shared challenges and explore emerging opportunities," says Chris Lyons, CEO of FPSA. "We're seeking speakers who can deliver actionable insights and real-world solutions that our executive audience can implement immediately to advance their businesses."

The conference seeks presentations that appeal to food producers, original equipment manufacturers, and service providers alike, with particular emphasis on innovative ideas, proven solutions, and real-world case studies. FPSA encourages interactive presentation formats and cross-sector panel discussions that facilitate dialogue between all audience segments.

Priority consideration will be given to submissions aligned with FPSA's core focus areas:

• Food Safety
• Technology & Innovation
• Workforce & Human Capital
• Regulatory Developments
• Career & Leadership Development.

Sessions should be educational in nature and designed to engage executive-level attendees with practical takeaways they can apply within their organizations.

"The food production landscape is evolving rapidly, and FSX provides a unique platform for industry leaders to share their expertise and learn from their peers," adds Lyons. "We're particularly interested in speakers who can address the real challenges our members face while offering concrete solutions based on proven experience."

FSX sessions are one hour in length and must be strictly educational rather than commercial in nature. The conference's intimate setting and carefully curated audience of industry shapers, according to FPSA, create an environment where substantive conversations and meaningful business relationships naturally develop.

The submission deadline for speaker proposals is September 26, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST. View detailed submission guidelines and proposal forms here.

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