Gulfood World Economy Summit

Winning the Future Global Consumer: Demand Reset: Value and Premiumization Without the Hype

Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC)
Wednesday, Jan 28, 2026
3:10 PM - 4:00 PM | Asia/Dubai

North Pavilion

Main Hall | North Pavilion
English
About
Consumers are making values‑driven and value‑for‑money choices simultaneously, trading up to functional and premium on some occasions while trading down or private label in others. Key topics: • Portfolio segmentation, pack/price ladders, and positioning that win in this barbell market • From Z to Alpha. Selling stuff to your new and future customers • Global food packaging trends to win future customer: Are we packing it correctly?

Speakers

Michiel Bakker

PresidentThe Culinary Institute of America

Adam Bergman

Managing DirectorEcoTech Capital

Mike Hecker

Founder & CEOBE WTR

Nadir Saigol

Managing DirectorSmiths Saigol and Gulf