FCSI EAME CONFERENCE 2026


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chair of FCSI EAME, the highlight of the conference will be its theme of humanity running through every facet, and the opportunity to gather, make connections, and find common ground. “We’ve got some


phenomenal speakers at this conference, and I like to think FCSI will demonstrate to the industry at large that we do a conference with style, panache and professionalism, and engage in subject matters that may not always be mainstream stories,” he says. “We’re going beyond


conferences are hotly anticipated by members across the world – they offer unrivaled educational and networking opportunities and a chance to discuss collective solutions to industry challenges with colleagues and friends. Tis year’s Europe, Africa, Middle East (EAME) conference at the fabulous Titanic Hotel Liverpool is set to fulfil that promise. For Julian Edwards FCSI,


our normal scope and looking at other sectors of the industry, which colleagues may or may not have that much activity in, so we’re trying to really diversify the program.” Tis year’s event program


is particularly multilayered, centering on the acronym HEART: H for humanity, E for environment, A for AI and automation, R for responsibility, and T for togetherness. With a carefully selected line- up of esteemed keynote speakers, attendees will gain insights into a vast array of topics, as we hear from Nisha Katona, restaurateur, cookbook author, TV chef and founder of Mowgli Street Food restaurants; Professor Bryce Evans, food historian at Liverpool Hope University, fellow of the Historical Society and a Churchill Fellow; Alexandra French, CEO of Xampla; and Emma Best, operations director at Eurest. “Te real value is in the mix


of people. We’ve got different perspectives, markets, people solving similar problems in


“I like to think FCSI will demonstrate to the industry at large that we do a conference with style, panache and professionalism, and engage in subject matters that are not always mainstream”


different ways, consultants and manufacturers in the same space,” says Glenn Campbell FCSI, founder and MD of Cohesion Consulting. “When you bring all that together, that’s where it gets interesting. I always say: you can access information anywhere now, but you can’t replicate the quality and depth of conversation you can only get in a unique space like the FCSI Conference.”


BUILDING CONNECTIONS As always, the real heart of these events is the opportunity to build in-person connections that can evolve into friendships or long-term work partnerships that bring fresh perspectives and


1473 Media’s Michael Jones and Tina Nielsen return to moderate the conference


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alternative solutions to business and industry challenges. Often, these are the conversations where ideas are sparked in breaks over coffee, or when you least expect them. “For me, it is always about the people. I’m looking forward to bringing the FCSI family together again,” says executive director of FCSI EAME Elonique Dalhuisen. “Welcoming members from all over the world, reconnecting and meeting new faces – that is what makes this community so strong. I am also especially excited that we will have our young professionals from EPiC (Emerging Professionals in Consulting) joining us for the first time. Tat next generation brings fresh energy and perspective, and it is great to see them becoming part of the community.” Te agenda aims to navigate the path ahead for the industry, with the opportunity to identify the key themes, trends, and, most importantly, solutions to today’s challenges – bringing everyone together to collectively share skills, knowledge, insights and support to keep improving


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