Arena Events
These are challenging times for our industry and although our physical events are on pause, we’re proud to be able to continue to support our members and foodservice and hospitality colleagues. We've created a number of virtual initiatives and opportunities to have the important conversations and keep us all connected. These include:
Ask Arena: Our webinars include relevant speakers, insight and research that spark debate and provide practical advice and support.
Friday Focus Newsletters: An uplifting platform where our members can share positive news and information.
Members' Blogs: Guest members share their Covid-19 experiences, learnings and solutions with our wider community.
In Conversation with Arena: Bringing our members together in an informal, virtual environment to pause, catch up and share experiences and ideas.
Next Event
Monday 13 July 2026
Shaping the Future of Foodservice and Hospitality
Shaping the Future of Foodservice and Hospitality: The future of foodservice and hospitality is unfolding faster than ever, driven by bold innovation and shifting guest expectations. As technology reshapes how we cook, serve, and connect, the industry is entering a new era where creativity and care matter just as much as efficiency.
At the same time, staffing models are being reinvented — blending smarter recruitment, diverse workforces, more women on boards, skills development, managing different generations and people‑first cultures to build teams ready for tomorrow’s challenges.
This event will explore how these areas are redefining what it means to deliver exceptional experiences — and how we can lead this transformation together.
Location: Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel
Arena Futures Event – The Impact of Relationships in Hospitality
8 July 2026
Feeding the Future – Rethinking Catering in Education
17 June 2026