Must attend events for challenger brands

challenger brand events

2025 is our 4th year supporting the Bread & Jam community. So we’re spreading the word to make sure more up and coming brands hear about these amazing events!

Established in 2016, Bread & Jam is all about helping emerging food and drink entrepreneurs. It’s a platform for networking and knowledge sharing with opportunities to connect with industry experts and retailers. A vibrant community for growing FMCG brands that just didn’t exist before.

With four events happening this year, if you’re an ambitious challenger brand looking to expand, then you need to get involved.

You’ll hear invaluable trade secrets; learn from who those who have been there and done it; pitch to top UK retailers; showcase your products and get-real time feedback; tap up industry experts for insights and advice; network with 100s of like-minded ambitious food & drink founders and so much more!

Here’s what’s in store this year…

With a focus on giving emerging brands the best kickstart on their entrepreneurial journey, learn how to secure your first retail listings, grow your tribe and scale up fast.

The flagship event, this is an inspiring two-days with over 70 hours of industry content.
You’ll be able to listen to the hottest thought leaders who’ve disrupted the industry; take part in lively panel discussions with successful food founders; hear directly from retail buyers about the latest opportunities in retail and how to get listed; arm yourself with essential skills and knowledge in the masterclasses and get the latest know how from seasoned industry experts.

Join us…

We’re helping more brands launch, grow and thrive through sharing the why and the how, sprinkled with a little creativity to inspire you. If you want to elevate your brand and really engage your audience, then this is the place to be!

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