FMCG Thrive – Grocery Retail Network

Event Date: Thursday 6th November 2025
Venue: Leeds Beckett Knowledge Exchange

Following the success of its debut in July, FMCG Thrive returns this November with another opportunity for professionals across grocery retail and FMCG to connect, share insights, and explore the future of the industry together.

Hosted at The Knowledge Exchange at Leeds Beckett University, FMCG Thrive brings together leaders, innovators, and emerging voices from across the sector for an evening of inspiration, practical learning, and open discussion.

The first FMCG Thrive event, held in July, was a sell-out success — attracting professionals from across retail, category management, and brand strategy. Attendees praised the event for its dynamic energy, thought-provoking content, and sense of genuine community.

Highlights included talks on AI in grocery retail, the power of storytelling, and future-facing retail trends, alongside lively networking sessions that sparked new partnerships and ideas.

Feedback was overwhelmingly positive:

“Great energy, practical insights, and a refreshing sense of community.”
“It felt like the start of something special.”

That first event proved there’s a real appetite for a new kind of professional gathering — one that combines meaningful conversation with actionable insight.

Building on that momentum, the November edition of FMCG Thrive will deliver another engaging programme of speakers and discussions designed to help participants learn, share, and thrive in an evolving retail landscape.

Expect a blend of expert talks, collaborative discussions, and interactive networking — all focused on exploring innovation, creativity, and growth in the grocery sector.

Whether you’re a returning participant or new to the community, FMCG Thrive is a space where ideas turn into actionand connections turn into collaborations.

FMCG Thrive is a growing professional community for people in grocery retail and FMCG who want to connect, collaborate, and shape the future of the industry. Established in 2024, the network brings together voices from across brands, retailers, agencies, and academia — united by a shared goal of learning and thriving together.

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