Date: October 2, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM CET
Platform: Zoom

 
5:00 PM – 5:05 PM | Welcome and Introduction
Simone Sansavini

Welcome to the participants
Overview of the UAE and Gulf region market: growth of the food & beverage sector
Market demands for high-quality products
The strategic importance for Italian companies entering this market
 
5:05 PM – 5:20 PM | Presentation of the FLAVORS Event: How to Participate
Tatiana Frascella (Export Manager)

Details of the second edition of FLAVORS - The Magic of Place and TimeOver 80 selected buyers from across the Gulf region
Buyers are invited only with a genuine interest in the presented brands
Three buyer sessions (10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM) with continuous video presentations of the participating companies
How company participation works: each company will have a dedicated space to showcase their products
Options for creating a company presentation video, which is required for participation
Collaboration with local importers and distributors in the Horeca and GDO sectors
Insights from the first edition of FLAVORS:Success of the first edition: 50 different tastings, significant buyer participation
Case studies of companies that achieved meaningful results
 
5:20 PM – 5:35 PM | Development Opportunities and Logistics Support
Tatiana Frascella

How to maximize development opportunities for Italian companies: identifying the products of greatest interest for the Arab market
Strategic collaborations with local buyers for Horeca and GDO
Logistics for sending samples: details on shipping methods and technical support
Assistance in creating Arabic labels and technical sheets, if requested by buyers
 
5:35 PM – 5:50 PM | Reflections on the Previous Edition and Next Steps
Tatiana Frascella

Experiences and feedback from the first edition: success stories from participating companies
Growing interest from local buyers in Italian products
Next steps for companies interested in participating:Timeline for registration
Upcoming deadlines and participation procedures
 
5:50 PM – 6:00 PM | Q&A Session
Simone Sansavini and Tatiana Frascella

Open Q&A session to address questions related to participation, logistics, and market entry strategies
Closing of the event with a summary of key points and thanks