Frequently Asked Questions

• Future Food-Tech a networking event to connect senior decision makers across the food value chain.
• Senior representatives attend from companies around the world, including investors and banks, retailers, CPG & food brands, ingredient providers, manufacturers and food-tech start-ups.
• The summit is a key platform for thought leadership, business strategy and partnerships. Being future-focused, it explores technology and strategy that will impact the industry in the next 3-5 years.
• The aim is to drive investment towards innovative ideas and technologies that enhance food security and boost value chain resiliency.
• If you want to meet fellow senior leaders working in the food space, hosting multiple meetings while the industry is all in one place, discover new technologies, or pitch for partnerships and investment, this summit is for you.

Timings: The summit is held on September 24-25, at the InterContinental London – The O2.  Venue & travel information → 

Time Zone: The agenda timings are in BST (British Summer Time) with the option to adjust this to your local time on the summit platform.

Format: The programme features main stage panel discussions, presentations and case studies, as well as breakout sessions, roundtables and start-up pitching sessions, some of which run in parallel. Audience questions are encouraged.

Ticket Types: You can register for full access to the in-person event, or virtual access to the summit platform with livestreamed mainstage content if you’re unable to join the physical event.

Food and Drink: The summit is fully catered on both days, with breakfast, lunch, coffee break snacks, and networking drinks provided as part of your summit ticket. Vegan and vegetarian options are provided, and other dietary requirements can be accommodated on request. There will also be food tasting experiences at the live demo kitchen, offering attendees a chance to sample innovative dishes and culinary techniques.

Delegate List: The full delegate list can be accessed via the summit’s Networking Platform, which goes live two weeks before the event.

Meeting Spaces: There is a dedicated room with tables for bookable 1-1 meetings at the summit, meeting points marked with flags, and casual seating provided throughout the event space. Use the summit Networking Platform to book meetings.

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Accommodation: Accommodation is not included in your summit ticket and will need to be arranged by you. Special delegate rates are available to stay at the InterContinental London – The O2, subject to availability. Find more details on the venue page. 

Transfers: Tickets are one per delegate and these cannot be split or shared as they are connected to one profile on the Networking Platform. You can transfer your pass to a colleague at any time. You can also transfer your pass to another summit within the Rethink Events portfolio

Cancellations & Refunds: Cancellations requested up to 30 days before the summit will be refunded minus a 15% cancellation fee. You can switch your pass from in-person to virtual attendance at any time, at no additional cost. No cancellations can be refunded after this cut off, however transfer is available to colleagues – see above.

Discounts: We offer a range of discounts to help Start-Ups/ NGOs/ Academics/ access the summit. Discounts cannot be added retrospectively. Find out more & enquire >> 

Media / Press: A limited number of complimentary passes are available for accredited media, subject to approvals. Please contact sumaia.free@rethinkevents.com to enquire.

Sponsorship: Partner with the summit to showcase your expertise and position your brand at the forefront of food innovation. For more information and tailored opportunities across digital and live events, please contact Callum Alexander.

Speakers: We welcome interest from senior leaders who would like to speak. Please contact Chloe Nunn, Conference Producer. 

How it works: The Networking Platform is used by everyone at the event and provides instant access to the full delegate list, all exhibitors, and the programme.

Networking: Send connection requests, book meetings and receive instant alerts for meeting requests and bookmarked sessions. The content is also live streamed and recordings saved in the platform. Watch the tutorial.

Accessing the platform: You’ll receive your login details via email two weeks before the summit, the email will come from connect@app.rethinkevents.com. Download the Rethink App (available on your phone’s app store) for easy access to the platform on the move or login via desktop.

Post-summit & platform closing: The platform stays open for one month after the summit to continue networking and watch all main stage content on-demand

Save your connections: You can download contacts made at the summit at any time as an excel file for easy follow-ups. You’ll receive an email prior to the platform closing, reminding you to export all your new connections.

Making connections & booking meetings: View the delegate list via the ‘Book 1-1 Meetings’ tab on the Networking Platform. You are then able to filter by company type, interest and country - and send connection requests. Once accepted, the platform will show times when both parties are free to book one of the on-site meeting tables, select a meeting point, or have a video call.

Rescheduling: It is not possible to reschedule a meeting, whether it is pending or confirmed. If you want to reschedule it, you must cancel it and book another meeting at a different time. You can cancel meetings in ‘My Planner’ under ‘My Profile’ tab.