Why Should I Attend?
- The CITD has secured a large presence (25 sqm) in a high-traffic area of the U.S.A. Pavilion.
- Meet and connect with top buyers and leverage the power of face-to-face meetings.
- Provides the opportunity to learn from industry leaders and peers.
- Major deals are signed at Gulfood.
- Do business in one of the world’s safest and well-connected hubs for business travelers. Gulfood is organized by DWTC, with a proven track record of hosting the world's safest events during the pandemic.
- 48% of exhibitors used Gulfood as an entry point into the market.
- 60% of visitors expect to increase the value of their purchases.
What Should I Expect?
- Showcase your products in a shared "California" themed exhibit space.
- Meet one-on-one with prospective buyers during business-to-business (B2B) meeting sessions.
- Valuable market research, export regulations, and meet with top retailers.
Products & Participation:
- *Consumer-oriented food/beverage products made up of 50% or more of a California specialty crop(s), excluding water.
- A list of approved specialty crops, as defined by USDA AMS, can be found here.
- Only California companies with products grown or produced in California can participate in this trade activity.
Registration:
- $2,500 Early Registration (limit 6 companies):
- Registered and paid on or before Sep 29, 2023
- Shared exhibit space with California delegation (6 companies)
- Receive Branded kiosk and backdrop, 2 stools, and shared meeting space.
- Includes 1 hotel accommodations and up to 2 exhibition tickets.
- 2 individuals per company can participate in trade activity, space permitting.
- Airfare & expenses are not included.
- $3,000 Registration:
- Registered and paid between Sep 30, 2023 - Oct 27, 2023.
- Receive same as above.
- Registration closes when 6 California companies have received their Qualified Approval to participant from CITD staff.
- Registration and payment must be received prior to being consider for Gulfood 2024 trade show participation.