US ECRM Virtual B2B Program (January - May 2023) - Canadian Food Exporters Association (CFEA)

We are pleased to offer the opportunity for Canadian exporters to connect with US buyers virtually with the assistance of the ECRM organization. Each program has 2 participation options (both offering 10 minute meetings):

Option 1 – 1st Time Vendor Hub (only select this option if you have not participated previously in an ECRM virtual program)

Option 2 – Innovation Pipeline

Please review the available programs below:

The On & Off Premises Adult Beverage Program, March 6-8, 2023 – register at this link

Wine, beer, spirit, pre-made cocktail/mixer producers, non-alcoholic beverages, importers, distributors and exporters from around the world will present products to buyers from both on and off-premise chains, as well as distributors and importers. Review buyers at this link.

The Diversity & Minority Owned Food & Beverage Session, March 28-30, 2023 – Register at this link

This session is designed to introduce retailers to food and beverage brands that are diversity qualified or minority owned. Certifications to include but not limited to: Ethnic Minority Owned- Disadvantaged Business Enterprise- Gay, Lesbian, Bi-Sexual or Transgender Owned- Veteran Owned-Disability Owned-Woman Owned Business. Review buyers at this link.

The Valentine’s Day Candy Boutique Session, April 18-19, 2023 – Register at this link

Confectionery suppliers will present products and programs for the 2024 Valentine’s Day Holiday Season to buyers from across all retail channels. Review buyers at this link.

The Better For You Candy Session, April 19-20, 2023 – Register at this link (price will increase on March 3, 2023)

Suppliers with natural, organic, vegan, gluten free, low sugar, allergy free, plant based, non-GMO, gluten free, and other health focused candies will present to buyers across all retail channels. Review buyers at this link.

The Frozen Foods, Spring Session, April 24-26, 2023 – Register at this link

Buyers across all retail channels are looking for products and programs found in the freezer case. Items being reviewed include but are not limited to Baked Goods/ Desserts, Breakfast, Fruit, Vegetables, Juice, Pizza, Prepared Foods, Ice Cream/Novelties, Frozen Yogurt, etc. Review buyers at this link.

The Deli, Dairy & Bakery, Spring Session, April 25-27, 2023 – Register at this link

Buyers across all retail channels including Grocery, Drug, Mass, Club, Convenience, Dollar/ Discount, etc., are looking for products and programs found in the Deli, Prepared Foods, Dairy and Bakery areas of the store. Bakery items/programs reviewed include Ready to Sell- Shelf Stable, Thaw-and-Serve, and In-Store Bakery. Review buyers at this link.

The Private Label Foods – Perimeter of Store Session, April 25-27, 2023 – Register at this link

Private label manufacturers of Frozen Foods, Deli, Dairy, and Bakery items will present their products and capabilities to buyers from across all retail channels that are looking to grow their store brand programs. Review buyers at this link.

The Private Label Foods – Center Store Session, May 1-4, 2023 – Register at this link

Private label manufacturers of Snacks, Confectionery, Beverages, Dry Grocery including Baking, Canned Foods, Breakfast, Coffee/Tea & Cocoa, Condiments & Dressings, Dry & Boxed Foods, Sauces & Spreads will present their products and capabilities to buyers from across all retail channels that are looking to grow their private brand programs. View buyers at this link.

The Produce Session, May 2-3, 2023 – Register at this link

Buyers across all channels are reviewing products and programs within Produce, including fresh fruits and vegetables, bulk foods, salad dressing and toppings, snack foods, and grab and go options. View buyers at this link.

The Meat Session, May 2-4, 2023 – Register at this link

The Seafood Session, May 2-4, 2023 – Register at this link

Buyers across all retail and foodservice channels are reviewing products and programs within Fresh & Frozen Seafood, as well as Seafood Alternatives. View buyers at this link.

The Asian Food & Beverage Session, May 17-18, 2023 – Register at this link

Suppliers with Asian shelf stable food and beverage items will present to buyers from the US and Canada across all retail channels. Categories to include: Snacks, Beverage, and Dry Grocery items such as Baking, Breakfast Foods, Coffee, Tea, Canned, Dry/Boxed, Condiments, Sauces and Spreads. View buyers at this link.

The Indian Food & Beverage Session, May 17-18, 2023 – Register at this link

Suppliers with Indian shelf stable food and beverage items will present to buyers from the US and Canada across all retail channels. Categories to include: Snacks, Beverage, and Dry Grocery items such as Baking, Breakfast Foods, Coffee, Tea, Canned, Dry/Boxed, Condiments, Sauces and Spreads. View buyers at this link (coming soon).

How the program will work:

A Client Success Manager assists throughout the entire program with turnkey meeting preparation and follow up.
Pre-determined meeting schedule tailored to align your capabilities and objectives.
10 or 20 minute appointments are conducted back to back for 3 to 4 hours each day for 3 days.
Meetings are executed virtually through a customized technology solution that features video conferencing, meeting management and documentation including notes and product selections.
Access notes and product selections for follow up plus use the RangeMe platform for sample requests, ordering and continued conversations.

Cost:

There are two cost options per program based on the per buyer meeting time. Prices can be viewed on the individual registration forms. Note: as funding is for members the member rates are at the funded amount and non-member rates is at 100%.

If you have any questions regarding the virtual programs please email info@cfea.com or call 416-445-3747 x 1.

Funding for this program is provided by
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s
AgriMarketing Program

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US ECRM Virtual B2B Program (January – May 2023)