Meet CIFST INTERFACE speaker Linda Antoniadis,
Senior Manager, Community Engagement, GS1
Linda Antoniadis is the Senior Manager of Community Engagement for GS1 Canada, a neutral, not-for-profit organization and member of GS1, the world’s leading supply chain standards organization. See her full bio HERE.


Presenter Linda Antoniadis will take you through the identification process starting with the essentials of generating barcodes for your products, providing the right data and standardized images required by retailers, distributors and digital commerce platforms. We will share training and subsidized assist programs catered for start-up and scaleup operations. For those organizations already with GS1 Canada, we will welcome your questions and feedback during our Q&A period.

Key Takeaways:

  • Product identification essentials
  • Understand barcodes and relevance to your business
  • Managing product information through digital network essentials
  • Understand retailers, distributors, eCommerce industry standards and requirements
  • Understand and respect regulatory requirements

See the full list of speakers here: SCHEDULE AND SPEAKER PROFILES
Elevate Your Knowledge with CIFST and CIFST Ontario's first joint Pre-Table Top Event - CIFST Interface
Unlock the secrets of the food industry at this event which takes place on November 7, 2023, at The International Centre, Mississauga.

Why Attend?

  • Connect with Industry Experts
  • Gain Valuable Insights
  • Stay Ahead of Food Trends

Includes refreshment breaks.

FREE for CIFST Members! Only $50 for Non-Members!*

*Please note, fees will go up at the door.  
 What's on the Menu?

  1. Procurement Seminars: Uncover strategies for sourcing top-quality ingredients while optimizing costs.
  2. Supply and Demand Dynamics: Stay ahead of the game by understanding the ever-changing market dynamics.
  3. Ingredient Costs Mastery: Learn how to manage ingredient expenses without compromising on quality.
  4. Unmasking Food Fraud: Guard your brand's integrity by recognizing and combating food fraud.
  5. Deciphering Food Labeling: Navigate the intricate world of food labeling regulations.
  6. Food Waste Management: Explore sustainable practices to reduce waste and boost efficiency.
  7. The Future of Food: Get a glimpse into the cutting-edge innovations shaping the food industry's future.

Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to expand your knowledge, network with industry leaders, and advance your career!


Event Details:

Date: November 7, 2023
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Venue: The International Centre, Mississauga

Space is limited! Secure your spot today and join us for a morning of food industry excellence.
SECTION EVENTS
Manitoba Section:
  • October 11, 2023: Manitoba Mixer 2023, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (CDT). Register HERE.

Ontario Section:
  • November 7, 2023: 33rd Annual Suppliers’ Night Tabletop Exhibition, International Centre, Mississauga, 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST. Register your table HERE. Attendee registration is now open. Pre-register HERE for FREE registration.

Quebec Section:
  • November 23, 2023: ICSTA Section Québec Wine & Cheese event, Montréal, Québec. Register HERE.
  • May 2, 2024: ICSTA Section Québec Supplier’s Night, Terrebonne, Québec. SAVE THE DATE!
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