Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 9:00 AM - to - 5:00 PM (BST / UTC+1)
Shoreditch Exchange, Gorsuch Place, London, UK
The Startup Summit by Bread & Jam
Are you an emerging FMCG brand keen to secure your first retail listings, grow your tribe and scale up fast? Join us in London on 20th May and connect with 300+ challenger brands, industry experts, retailers and distributors at The Startup Summit, powered by GS1 UK.
Have you got an incredible brand that's just launched or about to launch? Join 300+ emerging FMCG brands just like you at the Startup Summit by Bread & Jam on 20th May, powered by GS1 UK. This one day summit focuses on giving emerging brands the best kickstart on their entrepreneurial journey. Check out the Show Preview 📖
A full day of lively panel discussions & workshops specifically for startup brands. Find out:
How to grow from the kitchen table into a scaling 7 figure business
How to get your first retail listing - what margins do buyers expect? What do buyers want?
Building your tribe - how can you do it on a shoestring budget?
How to get your head around pricing, margins, MOQs & more?
How to build your brand and catch the attention of shoppers?
What's happening?
🛒 Get listed at the Pitching Zone: Get your product in front of key speciality buyers and secure your first retail listing with private 1-1 meetings. Pitch to the likes of Selfridges, Whole Foods Market & Planet Organic. Apply now! Applications close 12th May at 10am.
✨ Pitch Perfect: Be one of 6 brands chosen to step into the spotlight and pitch your brand to a panel of speciality buyers live on stage. Pitch Perfect applications will open on 28th April 2026.
👀 The Producers' Table: Showcase your product and get invaluable industry feedback
🤝Unrivalled Industry Networking: Rub shoulders with key industry players who can turbocharge your growth
🎤Absorb Wisdom From Industry Icons: Receive practical, actionable advice from the best in the business focused on working with startups. Hear from the likes of Olly's, Whitebox Cocktails, Miso Tasty, Kulcher, Northern Pasta, MUUSH Drinks & more.
🍻Complimentary Teas & Coffees and Lunch To Keep You Fuelled
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