March 7-9, 2027 | Boston, USA

Murky Waters, Rough Seas, and More of Them: Navigating the New Trade Era

Mar 16 2026

12:45 PM - 1:30 PM EDT

Room 155

How can we make decision and deals in an unprecedented era of trade volatility, and in a U.S. market that is challenged by self-inflicted obstacles.

Outside disruptions to supply chains  have moved from episodic to systemic. Ongoing geopolitical instability, climate-related shocks, trade policy shifts, and more are creating an unpredictable landscape that’s challenging even the most robust sourcing strategies and novel contrasting arrangements.

For the seafood industry, and the food industry overall, the stakes are high: compromised continuity, rising costs, and growing food safety and compliance risks.

We can speak about the problem, but what are the keys to sourcing and merchandise and menu selection in the new era? And what are the “silver linings” or at least consolation prizes…find out how to be a winner, or at least a better loser, in the challenging year ahead. 

Speakers

Changing Tastes

- Managing Director