March 5, 2025 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Marriott Hotel, Anaheim, CA
Anaheim, CA – February 3rd, 2025– Females in Food (FIF) is set to host its 3rd Annual Expo West Mixer, a premier networking event bringing together 140 women leaders, executives, and professionals from across the food and beverage industry. Scheduled for March 5, 2025, at 5:30 PM at the Marriott Hotel in Anaheim, this event is designed to foster connection, collaboration, and inspiration within the F&B community.
With women still underrepresented in executive roles in the food and beverage industry, Females in Food is leading the charge for change. The 3rd Annual Expo West Mixer will not only celebrate women in leadership but also provide tangible pathways for mentorship, funding, and career growth in the F&B space. Our members represent industry leaders like Tetra Pak, General Mills, Cargill, Post Consumer Brands, Target, Mondelez, Parker Food Group, Organic Valley, 3M, Dividend Restaurant Group, and DSM Firmenich — creating a powerful, cross-functional network driving innovation and leadership.
Key Highlights of the Event
Featured Speaker: Julie Smolyansky, CEO & Chairperson of Lifeway Foods
Julie Smolyansky made history as the youngest female CEO of a publicly traded company when she took over Lifeway Foods at just 27 years old. Under her leadership, Lifeway has grown into the category dominating leader in the U.S. kefir market, taking revenue from $6M to a projected $185-$186.5M in 2024, and expanded the brand’s presence globally. She is a recognized leader in entrepreneurship, food innovation, and women’s advocacy, with accolades including Fortune’s 40 Under 40 and the 2024 Globe Awards for Women in Business.
Engaging Conversations & Structured Networking
Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in structured networking sessions, designed to foster meaningful industry connections, facilitate mentorship, and create new business opportunities.
Food, Drinks & Interactive Activations
Guests will enjoy cocktails and light appetizers while engaging in interactive brand activations showcasing new products and innovations in the food and beverage space.
Meet Our Sponsors
This event is made possible by the generous support of our industry-leading sponsors, all committed to empowering women in food and beverage:
Batory Foods – A leading ingredient distributor providing high-quality food and beverage ingredients to manufacturers nationwide.
Tetra Pak – A world leading food processing and packaging solutions company, driving sustainability and innovation in the industry.
Lifeway Foods – America’s leading supplier of probiotic, fermented beverages, including their signature kefir line, bringing health and wellness to consumers worldwide.
Nugredient Solutions – A premier processor of nut and plant protein ingredients focused on sustainable sourcing practices and solution-oriented products.
Kincannon & Reed – An executive search firm recruiting leaders for organizations who feed the world.
Forte Flavors – A women-owned flavor house specializing in custom taste solutions for the food and beverage industry.
Broadhead – A marketing and communications agency specializing in food, agriculture, and rural lifestyle brands, helping companies tell their stories in impactful ways.
Event Details & Registration
Date: March 5, 2025
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: Marriott Hotel, Anaheim, CA
Tickets:
- $55 for FIF Members (Access discount in the Members’ Lounge under “Event Sign Up”)
- $75 for Non-Members
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About Females in Food
Females in Food (FIF) is the first female-focused professional platform committed to closing the gender gap across every sector of the food and beverage industry. Through a 360-degree approach, FIF provides a curated network of women leaders, cutting-edge events, and a robust digital platform that delivers real-time insights, professional development opportunities, and the support needed to maximize the potential of women in leadership.
By partnering with organizations to increase gender diversity through talent connection, leadership development, and employer branding, FIF fosters an unmatched culture of collaboration that drives cost savings, sparks innovative problem-solving, and unlocks new business opportunities.
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