Industry trade shows and conferences may have different value propositions, but they all offer formulators and suppliers the chance to engage in face-to-face conversations and build stronger, more meaningful business relationships. During this SupplySide Fresh session, you will discover a range of global trade shows and conferences for the food and beverage industry, exploring when and where they take place and what sets them apart. You will also receive a digital directory with key details such as event dates, locations, websites, organizers, and target audiences to help you find the events that best suit your business needs and schedule.
Jon joined Informa in 1995 as the founding editor of the company’s first trade magazine for the nutrition industry. He is now vice president and market leader for Informa’s Health & Nutrition business, where he focuses on the strategic direction and growth of the portfolio which includes SupplySide, Natural Products Expo, Nutrition Business Journal and Nutrition Capital Network. He leads the strategic partnerships strategy for the business, working closely with 30+ trade associations and charitable organizations.
Jon is a frequent speaker and moderator at industry events. He serves as emeritus trustee for Sonoran University of Health Sciences and is active in industry associations and advocacy efforts, including the American Botanical Council Director’s Circle, the American Herbal Products Association communications committee, the Council for Responsible Nutrition communications and media outreach committee and the United Natural Products Alliance. He is a member of the Women In Nutraceuticals advisory council.
He received the 2010 CRN Apple Award for Industry Service, the 2014 AHPA Visionary Award, the 2014 Natural Products Association Industry Champion Award and the 2018 American Botanical Council “Mark Blumenthal” Community Builder Award. Jon loves to cook and entertain, travel and sing karaoke.
