FEA Industry Conference 2025
We are pleased to announce that the next FEA Industry Conference will take place on Wednesday 12th and Thursday 13th November 2025 at De Vere Cotswold Water Park Hotel.
The annual FEA Industry Conference brings together an insightful speaker programme with excellent social and networking opportunities.
FEA Industry Conference 2025 - Business Agility
The FEA Industry Conference is back bigger and bolder for 2025. Owing to the success of FEA Industry Conference 2024 and the demand for delegate places we have moved to a new, larger location.
Wednesday 12th November 2025
We look forward to welcoming FEA members for the FEA AGM on Wednesday afternoon.
Following the AGM, the conference festivities begin in the evening with the FEA Opening Dinner and the presentation of the FEA Charitable Endeavour Awards. This event is open to members and non-members alike. The evening also plays host to the Charity Raffle where there are always some amazing prizes on offer, all donated by our generous conference attendees. This year's charity raffle partner is Military vs. Cancer. 100% of the money raised will go to them.
If you would like to donate a prize to this years' Charity Raffle please contact Enquiries@fea.org.uk
Thursday 13th November 2025
The FEA Industry Conference programme begins on Thursday morning.
This year's confimed speakers are:
Michael Jones, Editorial Director, 1473 Media
Voted ‘Editor of The Year’ at the CMA’s International Content Marketing Association Awards 2020, Michael Jones is Editorial Director of 1473 Media. An experienced editor, writer, and event host, since 2013 Michael has headed up the content team for Foodservice Consultants Society International (FCSI) Worldwide, including its multi-award-winning, quarterly magazine Foodservice Consultant and website. Michael has also worked with several leading brands and organisations in the foodservice equipment manufacturing sector, supporting them with content strategy and moderating events, including Rational, Meiko, Ali Group, Middleby, Halton and EFCEM.
ABDA Design - Award-winning experts in restaurant, bar & catering interior design
Transforming hospitality visions into reality. ABDA Design craft memorable interior designs and develop impactful brands for restaurants, cafes, and more. We'll hear how ABDA craft and deliver projects that stand the test of time whilst using eco-friendly and energy efficient products.
Dr Peter Stadelmann, Chairman of the Executive Board (CEO) of RATIONAL AG
"Our employees are the most important key to the success of our customers. Our principle of "Entrepreneur in the Enterprise" enables and expects responsible and sustainable thinking and acting from every single individual. Our cooperation is based on partnership, reliability and mutual understanding."
Born in 1965, Dr. Peter Stadelmann is Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of RATIONAL AG. Following his degree in economics, Dr. Stadelmann completed his post doc in business management. He then joined the Malik Management Centre in St. Gallen, Switzerland where he held various managerial positions over his 20 years at the organisation. Between 2006 and 2012, he held the position of CEO over the entire Malik corporate group. Dr. Peter Stadelmann has been a member of the RATIONAL Executive Board since 2012. He was appointed to the position of CEO in January 2014.
Matt Cundrick, Consultant, MKMC Food Business Support
Matt is the founder of FTG Navigator — a consultancy reshaping the future of food-to-go through real food, fresh thinking, and operational credibility. Known for his bold takes and practical solutions, Matt works with some of the biggest and most ambitious retailers in the world to build scalable, profitable, and genuinely better FTG experiences — from store modules to omni-channel delivery.
Tim Davies, CEO, Projekt Rising
Projekt Rising specialises in empowering sole traders, dynamic SMEs, and creative agencies across the UK. Tim’s expertise in AI has earned him widespread recognition, with frequent invitations to speak at national and regional events. He has also appeared on BBC World News to discuss the integration of AI in various sectors, providing valuable insights that help businesses adapt to the digital age.
Chang Ge, Senior Fellow University of Lincoln
Chang, a Senior Lecturer at Lincoln University, will cover the implications of AI Policy and governance, including the AI EU Regulation that has recently come into effect. Her session will provide essential context on regulatory compliance, ethical considerations, and responsible AI implementation. A subject of particular relevance for businesses operating across the UK, Europe, and the U.S. navigating differing AI regulations.
James Shaw, Global Programs Design Lead, Google
James will explore how AI is being used to optimise kitchen efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance user experience through automation and predictive analytics. He has been instrumental in steering Google's commitments to carbon-free energy, water stewardship, food waste reduction, and single-use plastics elimination.
Emanuela Delgado, GVP of Growth and Innovation – Parts Town Unlimited
Emanuela Delgado is the Group Vice President of The Revolution at Parts Town Unlimited (AKA GVP of Growth and Innovation). She leads the Red Lightning Division, a powerhouse team dedicated to accelerating innovation and delivering breakthrough technology across the organization and its partners. Under her leadership, the team recently launched PartPredictor—a groundbreaking, first-of-its-kind tool for the commercial foodservice industry that allows technicians to input an equipment issue, brand, and model to quickly identify the exact OEM parts needed, speeding up repairs and minimizing equipment downtime.
Emanuela has been an integral part of Parts Town since 2005, serving in various leadership roles across marketing and business operations. With over 20 years of experience driving transformative growth, she continues to be a key force behind the company’s vision and ongoing expansion.
Eddie 'the Eagle' Edwards, Keynote Speaker
Michael Edwards, better known as Eddie 'the Eagle' Edwards, was the first competitor to represent Great Britain in Olympic Ski jumping. Despite not winning in his sport, Eddie's heroic failures won the hearts and minds of the public.
He reminds audiences that success isn’t always in the winning but in the trying. In the midst of his public glory, he released a book and several songs (including in Finnish). Since then, he has done a synchronised dive with Tom Daley on ITV’s Splash, taught celebrities to ski-jump on The Jump and danced as Rubber Chicken on The Masked Dancer. His story was made into a biographical film ‘Eddie the Eagle’ in which he was portrayed by Taron Egerton. He remains one of the best loved athletes today.
Secure your Early Bird package
We'd also like to thank this year's FEA Industry Conference sponsors
HRC | Meiko | Parts Town | Rational | Tablecraft
Showcase your brand at the FEA Industry Conference
We have a number of exciting and engaging packages available.These include our Headline Partner Package, Platinum Package, Gold Package, Silver Package, and various Refreshment Packages.
Our Headline Partner Package, Platinum Package, and Gold Package combine sponsorship with accomodation to allow you to maximise your time at the conference and truly immerse yourself with all the delegates.
If you would like to showcase your brand and products at the FEA Industry Conference, one of the sector’s leading annual events, then please speak to either Adam.Lawrence@fea.org.uk or Rob.Gibson@fea.org.uk
FEA Industry Conference Sponsorship Packages
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The FEA Industry Conference will be taking place on 12th & 13th November at De Vere Cotswold Water Park. Make sure you have the dates in your diary.
Previous FEA Industry Conferences
FEA Industry Conference 2024
20th & 21st November, 2023, at Hinckley Island Hotel, Hinckley.
View the conference photos
FEA Industry Conference 2023
15th & 16th November, 2023, at Chesford Grange, Kenilworth.
View the conference photos
FEA Industry Conference 2022
9th & 10th November, 2022, at Chesford Grange, Kenilworth.
FEA Foodservice Top 100 Social Media Influencers 2022 | Conference Day 2022 | Gala Dinner 2022
FEA Industry Conference 2021
15th & 16th September, 2021, at Chesford Grange, Kenilworth.
FEA Foodservice Top 100 Social Media Influencers 2021 | Conference Day 2021 | Gala Dinner 2021
FEA AGM 2020
12th November, 2020, hosted online
CESA Industry Conference 2019
13th & 14th November, 2019, at Renaissance Heathrow, Houslow
*AGM voted on and agreed to the rebranding of CESA to the FEA
CESA Industry Conference 2018
14th & 15th November, 2018, at Cotswolds DeVere Waterpark, Cirencester
CESA Industry Conference 2017
15th & 16th November, 2017, at Wokefield Estate, Berkshire
CESA Conference 2016
17th & 18th November, 2016, at Marriott Forest of Arden Hotel, Birmingham
CESA Conference 2015
12th & 13th November, 2015, at Wembley Hilton, London
CESA Conference 2014
13th & 14th November, 2014, at Heythrop Park, Oxfordshire
CESA Conference 2013
14th & 15th November, 2013, at Savill Court Hotel, Windsor
CESA Conference 2012
16th November, 2012, at Whittlebury Hall, Northamptonshire
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