July 11-16, 2027 Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, United States
Overview
FEP is a five-day program built with a broad-based curriculum that covers emerging food industry trends, personal leadership style, work-life balance, best-in-class food retailing strategies, and the economic environment. Held in July on the beautiful Cornell University campus in Ithaca, NY, this unique program offers an unmatched opportunity for food industry leaders to develop skill sets, obtain new perspectives, advance careers, and make a difference.
Attendees interact with world-class instructors and thought leaders in an intimate learning environment. Participation in simulation and group activities fosters lasting peer networks with the brightest minds in the industry.
Who should attend?
The course is appropriate for anyone looking to grow as as food executive. Food & beverage industry professionals and executives, CPG professionals, grocery & retailers managers, wholesalers, and logistics & supply chain professionals will all benefit from the course.
What you will learn
The program is built around a broad-based curriculum of knowledge and skills.
Topics include:
Industry dynamics
Personal leadership styles
Critical industry issues
Retailing trends
Shopper markets
Supply chain dynamics
Group projects, case studies and simulations foster interaction and networking
“Thank you for such an excellent experience. While the program structure was intellectually challenging at times, I found it to be stimulating. This group of colleagues were smart, fun, and engaging which made my experience wonderful. I go home tired but extremely stimulated and excited about my future in grocery retail.”
— Previous participant
Our instructors
The program’s faculty are leaders in academia and industry, experts in their fields who are outstanding teachers and communicators.
