Thank You for an Incredible FSX 2026!
Thank you to everyone who joined us in Rancho Mirage for FSX 2026. Over three days, leaders from across the food and beverage processing industry came together to connect, share ideas, and explore what’s next for food production.
General sessions highlighted the future of food, with leaders like Kimberli Carroll (Ruiz Foods), Dave Zilko (Skinny Butcher) and Bob Grote (Grote Company) sharing insights on the growing pains of success. "Manufacturing Millennial" Jake Hall explored the future of manufacturing technology and workforce, followed by interactive roundtables that gave participants the chance to continue those discussions with peers. Dr. Chris Kuehl (Armada Corporate Intelligence) gave fascinating insight on how tariffs, rising costs, and global shifts are reshaping the industry.
Attendees also enjoyed memorable experiences outside the meeting room, including the Wind Turbine Tour, the Defeat Hunger Golf Classic, and networking events designed to bring the industry together.
Throughout the week, attendees gathered for network and council meetings to discuss industry priorities, exchange insights, and strengthen connections across the FPSA community. At the Defeat Hunger Pack It Event, volunteers assembled meals for families facing food insecurity.
One of the most meaningful moments of the event was the annual Charity Auction. Thanks to the generosity of our attendees, sponsors, and bidders, the silent and live auctions raised $86,000 to support scholarships, community initiatives, and industry causes.
Most importantly, FSX once again demonstrated the value of bringing OEMs, service providers, and food producers together in one place to collaborate and move the industry forward.