Gateway to the U.S. Market: The Fundamentals
This six-hour Food Institute program will address the challenges of selling in the U.S., preparing companies to do business in this large and prosperous country.
About This Training Seminar
Eager to capture a slice of the $6.2 trillion U.S. retail and foodservice sales? Join The Food Institute to learn how to approach and succeed in this lucrative yet complex market.
Thousands of food companies around the world are interested in selling their products in the U.S. Whether you produce packaged goods, fresh produce, alcoholic beverages or better-for-you ingredients, the U.S. consumer is open to buying your product, if you can get it to their store or foodservice establishment.
Yet the U.S. is complicated to do business in, due to regulatory challenges, a complex supply chain and a vast range of retail, foodservice and online buyers. This six-hour Food Institute program will address the challenges of selling in the U.S., preparing companies to do business in this large and prosperous country.
Who Should Attend?
• Governmental trade agencies
• International companies
• International trade specialists
• Exporters
• Importers
• Brokers
• Consultants
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Why Should You Attend?
• Best-In-Class Instruction - Training from one of the top specialty food consultants.
• Online access - This year's event will again be held virtually, making it easier than ever to attend.
• Customization - Access the full event or choose which sessions are most important to your business.
• Replay on-demand - You will have the option to attend live or on-demand.
• Live Q&A session - You can ask an experienced advisor your specific questions.
• Attendees will receive a Certificate of Completion from The Food Institute when they attend the entire six-hour session.
All questions submitted during the seminar will be answered within 48 hours
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Dates and Times Below:
Gateway to the U.S. Market - The Fundamentals
• Tuesday, April 5, 9:00am - 12:00pm ET (Session 1)
• Wednesday, April 6, 9:00am - 12:00pm ET (Session 2)
Gateway to the U.S. Market Advanced Training
• Thursday, April 7, 9:00am - 12:00pm ET
Click below to register for the advanced training:
https://www.bigmarker.com/the-food-institute/Gateway-to-the-U-S-Market-Regulations-Logistics-and-Finance
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Seminar Pricing :
Full 2-Day Seminar - $299 / $199 Food Institute Members
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Individual sessions can be purchased separately. Registration links can be found in the sessions below.
Email paola.garcia@foodinstitute.com to inquire about the FI member special rate and/or group discounts.
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This Program is Sponsored By:
Mazars USA
Mazars in the US provides food and beverage companies with the specialized expertise required to compete and grow in this dynamic industry environment. The more than 200 leading food and beverage manufacturers, distributors, restaurants and importers who call us their trusted advisors are a testament to our deep market knowledge and global capabilities. We offer integrated services across audit, advisory, tax and consulting solutions to maximize results.
Website: https://www.mazars.us/Home/Industries/Consumer/Food-Beverage
Contact: Kristen Walters Kristen.Walters@MazarsUSA.com 732.205.2003
Thousands of food companies around the world are interested in selling their products in the U.S. Whether you produce packaged goods, fresh produce, alcoholic beverages or better-for-you ingredients, the U.S. consumer is open to buying your product, if you can get it to their store or foodservice establishment.
Yet the U.S. is complicated to do business in, due to regulatory challenges, a complex supply chain and a vast range of retail, foodservice and online buyers. This six-hour Food Institute program will address the challenges of selling in the U.S., preparing companies to do business in this large and prosperous country.
Who Should Attend?
• Governmental trade agencies
• International companies
• International trade specialists
• Exporters
• Importers
• Brokers
• Consultants
************************************************
Why Should You Attend?
• Best-In-Class Instruction - Training from one of the top specialty food consultants.
• Online access - This year's event will again be held virtually, making it easier than ever to attend.
• Customization - Access the full event or choose which sessions are most important to your business.
• Replay on-demand - You will have the option to attend live or on-demand.
• Live Q&A session - You can ask an experienced advisor your specific questions.
• Attendees will receive a Certificate of Completion from The Food Institute when they attend the entire six-hour session.
All questions submitted during the seminar will be answered within 48 hours
************************************************
Dates and Times Below:
Gateway to the U.S. Market - The Fundamentals
• Tuesday, April 5, 9:00am - 12:00pm ET (Session 1)
• Wednesday, April 6, 9:00am - 12:00pm ET (Session 2)
Gateway to the U.S. Market Advanced Training
• Thursday, April 7, 9:00am - 12:00pm ET
Click below to register for the advanced training:
https://www.bigmarker.com/the-food-institute/Gateway-to-the-U-S-Market-Regulations-Logistics-and-Finance
************************************************
Seminar Pricing :
Full 2-Day Seminar - $299 / $199 Food Institute Members
************************************************
Individual sessions can be purchased separately. Registration links can be found in the sessions below.
Email paola.garcia@foodinstitute.com to inquire about the FI member special rate and/or group discounts.
************************************************
This Program is Sponsored By:
Mazars USA
Mazars in the US provides food and beverage companies with the specialized expertise required to compete and grow in this dynamic industry environment. The more than 200 leading food and beverage manufacturers, distributors, restaurants and importers who call us their trusted advisors are a testament to our deep market knowledge and global capabilities. We offer integrated services across audit, advisory, tax and consulting solutions to maximize results.
Website: https://www.mazars.us/Home/Industries/Consumer/Food-Beverage
Contact: Kristen Walters Kristen.Walters@MazarsUSA.com 732.205.2003
Meet the Instructor
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Food InstituteSeminar HostThe Food Institute is the preferred single source of reliable information for key decision makers in the food industry. With a farm to fork reach since 1928, the information service provider publishes business news, trends and data for its global readership. Through its daily e-news alerts, biweekly reports and other industry resources, members receive insight quick enough to respond to real-time issues and opportunities in the marketplace. -
Ron TannerSenior Advisor of The Food InstituteRon Tanner is the senior advisor to The Food Institute and president of Tanner Food Group, a specialty food consultancy focused on international trade, industry preparedness and regulatory activities.
Ron is a former executive team member of the Specialty Food Association, the leading trade association for the $170+ billion specialty food industry. His last role during his 33-year career with the trade group was Vice President, Education, Content and Advocacy. Ron worked for the SFA and its 3,900+ members from 1987 – 2020, helping them understand and succeed in the specialty food business. His responsibilities included education, content, marketing, public relations, industry relations, awards, government relations and philanthropy.
Ron served as the SFA’s liaison with numerous trade associations, university food programs, food incubators and government agencies. He is a frequent speaker on the U.S. specialty food market and food trends and has presented seminars, lectures and workshops at key national and international industry conferences and events, including FoodEx Japan, Anuga, CIBUS, the Fancy Food Shows, the National Grocers Association Show, Natural Products Expo, the National Restaurant Association Show, and more.
Sessions in this Training Seminar
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Gateway to the U.S. Market: Know Before You GoWednesday, September 17, 2025 · 9:00 AM EDTUnderstanding the U.S. food market is the first step in putting together your go-to-market plan. The market is huge, with a complicat... View more$149.00 -
Gateway to the U.S. Market: Establishing a FootholdThursday, September 18, 2025 · 9:00 AM EDTYou now have a basic understanding of the U.S. market. But where does your product fit? In Day 2, you will learn how to price your ... View more$149.00
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