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  1. In this session, Susan O'Farrell, Legal Director at Morton Fraser Macroberts LLP, will explain how intellectual property (IP) strengthens your brand and protects it from imitation, outline practical s …
  2. A Dragon’s Den–style showcase featuring new and emerging food & drink exhibitors pitching to a panel of industry experts. Discover innovative products, hear valuable feedback, and get a taste of the s …
  3. AI isn’t just for tech companies - it’s already transforming how retailers attract customers, boost sales, and save time. In this fast-paced, practical session, we’ll explore how small retailers can u …
  4. Discover how to use TikTok to grow your brand’s visibility, connect with new customers, and drive sales - even if you’ve never posted a video before. This session is ideal for businesses ready to harn …
  5. Tanwen Dawn-Hiscox, Deputy Editor, Fine Food Digest will be in conversation with House of Bruar CEO Patrick Birkbeck on how to build this family-owned, successful business which has become Scotland's …
  6. Confused by packaging regulations? You’re not alone. Join our masterclass, From Confusion to Clarity: Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility – What It Means for Your Business, and cut through the …
  7. Our Dragon’s Den–style pitch session where Launch Gallery exhibitors present their products to a panel of expert retailers. Gain insights, feedback, and a first look at exciting new brands entering wh …
  8. Delivered by Scotland Food & Drink, this expert panel will tackle the topic of what ‘Made in Scotland’ truly means for the sector, whether from a producer, consumer or retailer perspective. Why does i …
  9. This session explores how fresh ideas, emerging technologies and new approaches can help revitalise our town centres. It will consider what makes our towns unique, how we can celebrate and protect tha …
  10. Join us as we reveal this year’s winning products, selected by our expert judging panel and showcased at the heart of the show.
  11. In a world where buyers’ inboxes are overflowing and digital tools dominate, it’s the human touch that cuts through. Trade shows, phone calls, even posting something physical, what was once considered …
  12. Trends Insight 2026: Therese Oertenblad from the Small Business Collaborative will be speaking to a panel of retail experts to discover what consumers will be looking for in 2026, which products are c …
  13. Learn how to use social media platforms more strategically to drive product sales and turn engagement into real business results. This practical session is designed for businesses who want to improve …