IGD Technical Leaders Lecture Series 2026
07 April 2026Join IGD's Technical Leaders Network Lecture Series, free events bringing together technical colleagues from across the supply chain.
The series features a range of in‑person and virtual sessions led by inspiring speakers exploring the emerging technologies and career pathways that shape the future of the food system.
The lectures are free to attend and bring together technical colleagues from across the supply chain including the Technical Leaders Forum and Network.
Whether you're a retailer, supplier, manufacturer or foodservice operator, this is your opportunity to make new industry connections and develop your understanding of sector leading innovations and pathways.
“Our ambition is to engage, empower and grow the IGD Technical Leaders Network."
Ross Dennison
Technical Leaders Forum Co-chair
"Engaging our technical colleagues through a series of virtual and in person events, empowering our teams through new projects and insight and growing the network to capture a broader representation of industry.”
Emmanuelle Lerges
Technical Leaders Forum Co-chair
Lecture series
Lecture 1: Microbial Biotechnology: The Engine for a Safe and Circular Food Bio-Economy
Registration now closed
Lecture 2: Career Pathways in Technical
Registration closed
Date:
6 May 2026
Time:
13:00 - 14:00
Cost:
Free, limited tickets
Location:
Virtual
Lecture 3: TBC
Lecture 4: IGD Technical Leaders Conference
Registration opens June 2026
Date:
12 November 2026
Time:
TBC
Cost:
Free
Location:
In-person, TBC