Join us for a hands-on, insight-driven event designed specifically for snack food producers looking to stay ahead of evolving consumer demands, retail expectations, and production challenges.

This event brings together experts, technology, and showcases real-world applications to help you better understand where the snack industry is today and help you plan for where it’s going next.

MULTIVAC Group

11021 North Pomona Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64153
September 30, 2026 – October 1, 2026
8:00 AM-12:00 PM

What You'll Gain by Attending

Market & Consumer Trends Insights

Discover shifting consumer preferences, emerging product formats, and how leading brands are adapting.

Valuable Retailer Perspectives

Gain valuable insight into what retailers are prioritizing—from packaging formats to shelf performance.

Live Demos of Production & Automation Solutions

Explore efficient, scalable solutions across a variety of snack categories, including meat & poultry, produce, and bakery.

Innovative Snack Packaging Solutions

See the latest advancements in packaging technology that improve shelf life, sustainability, and visual appeal.

Hear from Guest Speakers Covering Topics Such as:

  • Emerging snack trends and innovation pipelines
  • Retail expectations and growth opportunities
  • Sustainability and packaging evolution
  • Operational efficiency and automation strategies

Industry Guest Speakers

Chris Dubois

EVP
Perimeter Foods Practice Leader

Casey Gallimore

Senior Director of Regulatory Policy
Meat Institute

Charlotte Atchley

Editor, Baking & Snack
Sosland Publishing

Interactive Q&A Roundtable & Networking Happy Hour

Following the presentations, engage directly with the presenting industry experts in an open discussion format designed to address real-world challenges, opportunities, and questions you may have.

Continue the conversation during our closing happy hour, offering a relaxed environment to connect with Industry Peers, Technology partners, & MULTIVAC Group Specialists

Agenda at a Glance

Here's an overview of what's happening at the event!
Day 1 – September 30th
  • Open House
    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Live Demonstrations, Snack Marketplace, & Facility Tour
  • Lunch
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Guest Speakers & Networking
    1:00 PM- 5:00 PM
Day 2 – October 1st
  • Open House
    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Live Demonstrations, Snack Marketplace, & Facility Tour

MULTIVAC Group

11021 North Pomona Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64153
USA

Countdown to the Event

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October 1, 2026 11:59 AM