Arena UK

Run by industry people for industry people, Arena is the networking association for the foodservice and hospitality industry. We make it our business to bring together decision makers and professionals from all sectors and inspire the introductions, encounters and exchange of ideas that make our industry exciting and fun. Our lively networking events facilitate interesting, enlightening and potentially lucrative interaction with some of the industry’s brightest and best. Rapid technological advancements have certainly changed the way we do business, but relationships and physical contact continue to be vital for success. We encourage and empower face-to-face meetings and this is why Arena continues to thrive as a relevant and valuable foodservice and hospitality industry asset. Part of Arena's appeal is that it is not a commercial venture; it has always been a not-for-profit organisation, existing solely to foster relationships and strategic alliances between industry professionals. Since its inception in 1983, there have been some 60,000 attendees at Arena events, and membership at any one time is around the 2,000 mark. Source