2026 Conference Updates
"I’m looking forward to seeing everyone out on the links for the 2026 FEDA Golf Tournament. Events like this create a real sense of camaraderie and team building between distributors and vendors. It’s always a great experience, and I can’t wait for another memorable event. See you soon at the conference."
Golf Chair
President and CEO
Stafford-Smith, Inc.
You're invited to join us at this year’s FEDA Golf Tournament! Held Sept. 15 at Canyons Golf Club in Park City, Utah, the tournament offers a memorable opportunity to showcase your skills while connecting with fellow industry executives at one of the conference’s most popular networking events.
Whether you’re playing to compete, to reconnect with colleagues, or to simply enjoy the stunning backdrop of the Wasatch Mountains, the FEDA Golf Tournament is the perfect way to tee off your conference experience. There will be an on-site beverage cart for refreshments, and FEDA will provide breakfast and lunch boxes for participants. Be sure to sign up for the golf tournament when you register for the 2026 FEDA Annual Executive Leadership Conference. Spots are limited, so secure your place today!
Applications for this year’s Gold Awards are now open! The awards offer an opportunity to recognize FEDA members whose unique achievements are advancing the foodservice equipment industry through exemplary leadership and service. Distributor and manufacturer members who are making intentional efforts to support employees, serve customers, or develop talent are encouraged to apply. Don’t miss your chance to recognize your own company, a colleague, or a team member.
Submit your application by the July 24, 2026, deadline at feda.com/awards. Then join us in celebrating this year’s winners by attending the Gold Awards Breakfast on Sept. 17 during the 2026 FEDA Annual Executive Leadership Conference in Park City, Utah. For more information or assistance, please email Ashley Mueller, Director of Industry Programs and Professional Development, at ashley@feda.com.
Dear FEDA members and industry partners,
Our industry continues to evolve quickly — shaped by disruptive technologies, changing customer expectations, and an evolving supply chain. The 2026 FEDA Annual Executive Leadership Conference is designed to help you navigate those shifts while strengthening the relationships that matter most. I invite you to join us Sept. 15–18 at the Grand Hyatt Deer Valley in Park City, Utah, for an event focused on uncovering insights and developing forward-looking strategies.
This premier gathering brings together top executives from across the foodservice equipment and supplies industry to exchange ideas and build partnerships that deliver results. With a thoughtful mix of structured discussions and informal networking, the conference creates space for distributors, manufacturers, partners, and friends to address shared challenges in a practical way.
We’re also excited to welcome special guest speaker Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple. Wozniak helped launch one of the most influential technology companies in history, and his perspective on innovation, problem-solving, and building organizations that embrace new ideas remains highly relevant for today’s business leaders. Attendees will also gain actionable insight from our keynote speaker, Verne Harnish, a business author and founder of the world-renowned Entrepreneurs' Organization. Harnish will build on the flywheel concepts presented by Jim Collins, last year's speaker, and explain how his proven 4D framework — drivers, demands, disciplines, and decisions — helps businesses scale and reinforce competitiveness.
In a market that rewards adaptability and strong leadership, opportunities to learn from peers and visionary innovators are invaluable. Join us at the 2026 FEDA Annual Executive Leadership Conference to gain perspective, strengthen your network, and position your organization for what comes next.
I look forward to seeing you there.
Marc Tell
FEDA Chairman
President
Sam Tell Companies