We are now inviting qualified buyers and experienced industry professionals to participate in the 10th annual IBWSS San Francisco, taking place on July 27–28, 2027, at the South San Francisco Conference Center.

Who We Are Looking For

We are particularly interested in connecting with:

- Private-label and control-brand buyers from major retail chains
- Bulk wine buyers
- Bulk spirits buyers
- Wine and spirits buyers from restaurant and hotel groups
- Airline, cruise-line, airport and duty-free buyers
- Procurement and sourcing leaders
- Importers, distributors and route-to-market professionals
- Contract-production and co-packing specialists
- Packaging, logistics and supply-chain professionals

Apply to Speak at the IBWSS Conference

We are inviting experienced professionals to share practical ideas, real-world case studies and actionable strategies with the IBWSS audience.

Proposed sessions may cover:

- Private-label and control-brand development
- Bulk wine and bulk spirits sourcing
- Procurement strategy and supplier selection
- Beverage RFPs and large-scale buying programs
- Contract production and co-packing
- Packaging and alternative formats
- Logistics and supply-chain management
- Pricing, margins and route-to-market strategy

Sessions should be educational and commercially relevant. Selected speakers may participate in keynote presentations, panel discussions, moderated conversations or individual educational sessions.

Submit your speaker interest here

Join IBWSS as a VIP Buyer

Qualified buyers can register their interest in attending IBWSS through the VIP Buyer Program.

The program is designed for professionals actively responsible for sourcing or purchasing wine, spirits, private-label products, ingredients, packaging or production services.

VIP Buyers can:

- Meet relevant producers and suppliers
- Discover new sourcing and private-label opportunities
- Attend the two-day exhibition and conference
- Participate in pre-arranged buyer-supplier meetings
- Connect with senior decision-makers across the beverage supply chain

You can apply as a VIP Buyer without participating as a speaker.

Other Ways to Participate

You may also:

- Request more information before committing to speak
- Recommend a qualified colleague or industry contact
- Register your interest in exhibiting at IBWSS
- Ask the IBWSS team to contact you about the most suitable opportunity

Fill out the interest form here

Tell Us How You Would Like to Participate

Use the form below to apply as a speaker, register your interest as a VIP Buyer, request additional information or enquire about exhibiting.

Join IBWSS as a Buyer or Speaker

IBWSS San Francisco
July 27–28, 2027
South San Francisco Conference Center

IBWSS Speaker and Buyer Interest Form

Please submit your interest by September 30, 2026. Applications for the IBWSS Speaker Program and VIP Buyer Program close on September 30, 2026.

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