Breakout Sessions

Delivering the in-depth information and thought-provoking analysis that have made them must-attend events for industry executives, our Breakout Sessions are back and better than ever. With gripping topics focusing on the latest trends of 2008, these interactive workshops will keep you on-track and in-touch with the current state of the beverage universe as well as what to expect in the near future.

Breakout registrants are entitled to attend one session each from group 1 and group 2 OR the Human Resource Symposium.

Group 1 (to run concurrently)

I. Market Trends I: Non-alcoholic Beverages
Delving into what’s moving energy drinks, CSDs, bottled water, fruit beverages and other drink categories, this workshop will provide insight into the latest volume data as well as current market trends relating to the entire range of non-alcoholic beverages.
Presented by: Gary A. Hemphill, Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Information Services, Beverage Marketing Corporation

II. New Beverage Products
Exploring currents trends from around the globe, this session will present examples of new products reflecting the latest developments and innovations in beverage categories, flavors, ingredients and packaging.
Presented by: Jeff Cioletti, Editor-in-Chief, Beverage World

Group 2 (to run concurrently)

I. Market Trends II: Alcoholic Beverages
The workshop will explore the current business environment, evolving consumer trends, competition between categories and volume trends and projections in the beverage alcohol market.
Presented by: Brian Sudano, Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, BMC Strategic Associates

II. Next Generation Packaging
Packaging developments, including innovations in design and materials, significant affect the beverage industry and figure prominently in brand building and marketing, as will be addressed in this workshop. 
Presented by: Jonathan Ford, Creative Partner, Pearlfisher

 

Arrangements for the 2008 Beverage Forum are being finalized. Please check again for the latest developments.