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»Date: 17th September 2018, 1:00 pm
»Venue: The Royal Institution of Great Britain, 21 Albemarle St, London, W1S 4BS
»Open to: Trade & Press, WSTA members & non-members
»Who should attend: Everyone!
We’ve produced two WSTA Annual Conferences since the UK voted to leave the EU, and brought you two high profile keynote speakers, both former Trade Ministers – Lord Maude and Lord Price – to discuss all things Brexit.
In 2018, the Conference falls just before the Brexit ratification process, due to start in October, so we can’t quite avoid the subject as it will be an ideal time to discuss Brexit negotiations and future prospects. But…
We’ve listened to your feedback and so, this year, we will see the conference tackle a second key topic, bringing together a variety of big names in the marketing and communication industries.
The Keynote Interviewee will discuss:Â Â Business as un-usual?
The UK drinks sector is world leading. We are the second largest importer of wine in the world – by both volume and value – and the world’s largest exporter of spirits. Four of the top seven UK food and drink exports are alcoholic drinks. As a result, a change in the trading arrangements for our members represents both a threat and an opportunity – and we at the WSTA are determined to prepare our members as best as possible.
The Panel will discuss:Â Â The Evolution of ‘The Buyer’
The way that we purchase products and services has been evolving over recent years, both as a consumer and as a business. The ‘buyer’s journey’ is now influenced by many different streams – peer reviews, brand ambassadors, experiential elements, and social influencers all make a big impact on our buying behaviours.
11.00am | Pre-Conference ‘Meet the Board’ Brunch session
Welcome refreshments & registration |
Conversation Room (Ground floor) |
11-1pm | (Brunch served throughout the session) | |
11.15am | One-to-one sessions
With Board members & a representative from JF Hillebrand |
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1:00pm | End of Brunch Session
WSTA Annual Conference begins |
1st Floor |
1.00pm | WSTA Conference
Welcome refreshments |
1st Floor |
1.30pm | Chairman’s Welcome
Dan Jago, Chairman, Wine and Spirit Trade Association |
Faraday Theatre |
1.40pm | Industry Update
Miles Beale, Chief Executive, Wine and Spirit Trade Association |
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2.00pm | Keynote Panel Session & Q+A
“Business as un-usual?” Speakers to be released |
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3.15pm | Refreshment break | 1st Floor |
3.45pm | Panel Session & Q+A
“The Evolution of The Buyer”, Chaired by Alex Forrest, Freelance Journalist, Former Political Correspondent for ITN |
Faraday Theatre |
5.00pm | Showcase, accompanied by canapés
Experiential exhibition, networking and drinks |
1st Floor |
7.00pm | End of Conference |
This year our smaller WSTA members will be able to take part in a unique brunch session with members of the WSTA Executive Board, with participation from JF Hillebrand. You will have the opportunity to sit down with WSTA Board members, on a one-to-one basis, to ask them your most pressing business questions – questions such as:
The event is being held exclusively for our smaller members who also qualify for our SME ticket rate of £50+vat. The session will start at 11am, directly before the WSTA Annual Conference begins at 1pm. Spaces are very limited for the pre-conference Brunch session and we expect demand to be high, so when you book your ticket to the WSTA Annual Conference, make sure you reserve your place at the pre-conference Brunch session for free at the checkout stage.
Board members attending the session and available for pre-booked slots are listed in the table below, including the subject areas they specialise in. We will also be joined by COO of JF Hillebrand, Gavin Herman, who will also be available for pre-booked slots and will assist with discussions around logistics and supply chains.
Email Jessica, Head of Membership & Events, to see if you qualify for free access.
Dan Jago
Chief Executive, Berry Bros. & Rudd, & WSTA Chairman |
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Troy Christensen
Chief Executive, Enotria Winecellars Ltd |
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Gavin Herman
COO, JF Hillebrand |
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Tom King
Managing Director Europe, Treasury Wine Estates |
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Pierpaolo Petrassi
Head of Buying – BWS, Waitrose |
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Sam Linter
Chief Executive, Bolney Wine Estate |
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Michael Saunders
CEO, Matthew Clark Bibendum |
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Agenda
11.00am | Pre-Conference ‘Meet the Board’ Brunch session
Welcome refreshments & registration |
Conversation Room (Ground floor) |
11-1pm | (Brunch served throughout the session) | |
11.15am | One-to-one sessions
With Board members & a representative from JF Hillebrand |
|
1:00pm | End of Brunch Session
WSTA Annual Conference begins |
1st Floor |
020 0789 3877
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