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The Countdown Is On

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Until the 2027 Food Processors EXCHANGE

The Event to Watch in 2027

The Future of Food Processing Starts Here.

The 2027 Food Processors EXCHANGE is NJFPA's largest and most dynamic event! Bringing together the processors, partners, ideas, and industry expertise moving food manufacturing forward.

An evening of connection. A full day of ideas, insight, and industry opportunity. Make sure you are part of it.

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2027 Food Processors EXCHANGE

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Join food industry professionals from across the region for an opening evening reception followed by a full conference day of high-value networking, practical education, fresh ideas, and industry insight at NJFPA's premier annual event.

Dates

April 1–2, 2027

Location

The Westin Mt Laurel
555 Fellowship Road
Mt Laurel Township, NJ 08054

Registration

Registration is now open!
Member attendee rates begin at $275.

Why Attend

Built for the People Moving Food Manufacturing Forward

Step away from the day-to-day and spend focused time connecting with the people, ideas, and resources shaping the food processing industry.

Connect

Build relationships with processors, suppliers, service providers, and industry partners.

Learn

Hear timely ideas and practical insight from industry and professional leaders.

Grow

Discover new partners, solutions, and opportunities to move your organization forward.

April 1–2, 2027

Two Days. One Industry. Countless Connections.

Make the conversations, discoveries, and connections that are harder to create from behind a screen.

Choose Your Registration

Registration Rates

Choose the registration option that best fits how you will participate in the 2027 Food Processors EXCHANGE.

Registration Type

Member

Non-Member

Individual Attendee

$275

$625

Exhibitor
Includes two attendees

$1,250

$1,750

Additional Exhibitor Attendee

$250

$575

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Stay Close to the Action

Hotel Details

NJFPA Group Rate

Book Your Stay at The Westin Mount Laurel

Conference attendees may reserve rooms at the special NJFPA group rate of $169 per night for the 2027 Food Processors EXCHANGE.

Event Dates: April 1–2, 2027
Last Day to Book: Thursday, March 11, 2027

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Two Days of Opportunity

The EXCHANGE Experience

While exact session times and program details are still being finalized, the 2027 Food Processors EXCHANGE will follow the event structure attendees know and value: an opening evening built around connection, followed by a full day of education, exhibits, networking, and industry insight.

Thursday Evening • April 1

Opening Reception & Exhibit Hall Networking

Arrive, check in, explore the Exhibit Hall, and reconnect with processors, suppliers, service providers, and industry partners during an evening reception designed for meaningful conversation and new connections.

Friday • April 2

Full Conference Program

The main event day will feature a mix of education, industry conversations, exhibit hall access, networking, and recognition.

Morning coffee and networking
General sessions and industry panels
Exhibit Hall networking opportunities
Luncheon and awards recognition
Closing keynote or featured session

Program Preview: The schedule above reflects the planned structure of the 2027 Food Processors EXCHANGE. A complete agenda, session descriptions, speakers, and event timing will be announced once finalized.

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Ideas Worth Bringing Back to Work

Come for the conversations. Leave with connections, insights, and ideas you can actually use.

Hear From Industry Leaders

Featured Speakers

Meet the industry and professional leaders bringing timely ideas, practical expertise, and forward-looking conversations to the 2027 Food Processors EXCHANGE—with more speakers still to come.

Charles J. Vaccaro

Partner
Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis LLP

About Charles

Charles J. Vaccaro is a partner in the litigation practice at Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis LLP. Based in the firm’s Red Bank office, he represents clients in state and federal matters involving commercial disputes, contracts, shareholder claims, construction, employment and civil rights, insurance coverage, and other complex litigation.

His clients include public entities, small and mid-sized businesses, real estate developers, contractors, healthcare providers, insurers, and condominium associations. Charles is a summa cum laude graduate of Rutgers University School of Law–Newark and has been recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch and Super Lawyers – New Jersey Rising Stars.

Presenting On

Responsible AI: Protecting Your Business from Emerging Workplace and Legal Risks

Luis Villalobos

Chief Operating Officer
Rastelli Foods Group

More to Come

Speaker Details Coming Soon

Additional information about Luis Villalobos and his 2027 Food Processors EXCHANGE presentation will be announced soon.

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On the Exhibit Floor

Exhibitors

Meet the companies bringing their expertise, solutions, and industry resources to the 2027 Food Processors EXCHANGE.
Additional exhibitors will be added upon registration.

2027 Exhibitor

BD Engineering

BD Engineering focuses on electrical, HVAC, plumbing, sprinkler and refrigeration engineering for food processing facilities, cold storage and commercial kitchens. Let us drive the stupid out of your next project.

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Join the Industry

Be Part of the 2027 EXCHANGE

Connect with New Jersey's food processing community, learn from industry leaders, and take part in NJFPA's premier annual event.

Supporting the EXCHANGE