Headline speakers announced for Arena Savoy Lecture 2025 

4 March, 2025

Monday 28 April 2025 | 5pm - 9.45pm The Savoy, London
with Alex Demetriou and Karl Atkins, Foodbuy Group

We’re proud to share that Alex Demetriou, previously Managing Director of Regency Purchasing Group and now our CEO of Foodbuy UK&I, and Karl Atkins, CEO of Foodbuy Group, will be headlining this year’s Arena Savoy Lecture on Monday 28 April 2025 at The Savoy, London.

This incredible event has been the centrepiece of the Arena’s event calendar, bringing together both UK and global senior industry leaders as it’s speakers for over three decades and this year is set to be no exception.

Alex and Karl will be hosting an evening of insights, inspiration, and great conversations as they share their knowledge on the Foodbuy business both in the UK and US, their plans for the future, supplier and wholesaler collaboration and their wider views on the foodservice sector.

Prior to Alex and Karl's address, Kate Nicholls OBE, CEO of UKHospitality will provide a valuable and insightful update on the critical issues affecting the industry.

Event Timings

5.00pmGuest Arrival
5.30pmHospitality and Foodservice Sector Update presented by Kate Nicholls OBE, CEO, UKHospitality
5.50pmThe Arena Savoy Lecture presented by Karl Atkins, CEO, Foodbuy Group and Alex Demetriou, CEO, Foodbuy UK & Ireland
6.30pmDrinks and Canape Reception
7.45pmDinner
9.45pmCarriages

Why Attend?
The event will enable guests the opportunity to catch up with industry friends and colleagues, build lucrative business relationships while learning from and being inspired by our inspirational speakers. Guests will also enjoy a drinks and canapé reception and a three-course inner – all within the surroundings of one of the most iconic hotels in the world.

Find out more about the event and buy tickets.

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