Outstanding International Participation at the 2020 FoodTreX Online Summit
27 April 2020
Delegates told us that they were positively inspired and motivated after our recent FoodTreX Online Food Travel Summit that took place last week on April 22 – 23. Our ten speakers spoke to passionate professionals from 33 countries, and provided practical insights, tips, and advice on diverse subjects affecting our culinary tourism industry stakeholders.
This year’s webinars included:
- Exploring the Latest Food Travel Industry Trends, Erik Wolf , World Food Travel Association
- Promoting Food Loving Travel in Low Season, Anna Blaua , Riga Tourism Development Bureau (LIVE Riga)
- How to Differentiate Your Food Tours, Sarah Hach , Maine Food for Thought Tours
- How to Scale Artisanal Food/Beverage Products (the Best Green Jam), Janice Ruddock , Taste Nova Scotia
- The Art of Protecting & Promoting Culinary Cultures, Anubhav Sapra , Delhi Food Walks
- Food Travel & Kids, Karolina Buczkowska-Gołąbek, Poland Culinary Tourism Association
- Top 5 Things to Know When Designing a Gourmet Tour, Sheree Mitchell , Immersa Global
- What’s Wrong with Review Sites?, Richard Bagnold , Major Foodie Dining Reviews
- Crafting a Successful Narrative for Culinary Visitors, Samantha Hardcastle , Amore Social
- When Crisis Strikes: How to Manage a Meltdown, James Blick , Devour Tours
The audience was excited and engaged, with fantastic Q & A sessions. Nothing could make us happier than to see our culinary tourism community grow year by year!
Learn more about the summit and purchase your access to the webinars.
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