Americas Food and Beverage Show

What Americas Food and Beverage Show does

The Americas Food and Beverage Show is an annual B2B trade-only exhibition organized by World Trade Center Miami since 1996, with its 30th Anniversary Edition scheduled for September 14-16, 2026 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. The event brings together more than 900 exhibitors from 25+ countries with 10,000+ qualified decision-makers (buyers, importers, distributors, retailers, foodservice operators) in a curated format featuring country pavilions, Center Stage culinary demonstrations with Michelin-starred chefs, a Beverage Stage, a bilingual conference program, and a VIP Hosted Buyers Program. The event reports strong audience quality metrics: 87% of attendees have purchasing authority, 92% of exhibitors report positive ROI, 80% of exhibitors plan to return, and average expected post-show sales of $252,272 per exhibitor. Sponsors include NASDA and USDA/FAS, and the show leverages the World Trade Centers Association network of 300+ centers across 94 countries for global reach.

Revenue is generated through three primary streams: exhibitor booth fees (inline $4,350, corner $4,850, with premium booths sold out for 2026), attendee registration fees tiered from $110 early bird to $225 onsite, and sponsorship/branding packages including Center Stage and Beverage Stage sponsorships. Go-to-market combines a direct US exhibit sales team with 12+ international sales agents across Argentina, Brazil, EU/Canada/Middle East, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, UK, and Uzbekistan, plus endorsements from trade promotion groups across 18+ countries. The technology stack includes a Show App with lead generation and a B2B Matchmaking service provided by Dcobys, though no AI/ML capabilities are evidenced. Distribution to attendees runs through the official website, a 22K+ Instagram following, a monthly newsletter, and a media partner network of 15+ trade publications.

Name

Americas Food and Beverage Show

Legal name

World Trade Center Miami

Website

https://americasfoodandbeverage.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Americas Food and Beverage Show is an annual B2B trade-only exhibition organized by World Trade Center Miami, connecting 900+ exhibitors from 25+ countries with 10,000+ qualified buyers, importers, distributors, and retailers at the Miami Beach Convention Center each September.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

B2B Trade Show / Food and Beverage Exhibition Services

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Food, Beverage & Hospitality Trade Shows Organizers (THAHABAI)

Keywords

• B2B trade show
• Food and beverage exhibition
• Exhibitor booth packages
• Trade conference program
• Country pavilions

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Exhibitor Booth Fees: Exhibitors pay for booth space at the show. Inline booths start at $4,350, corner booths at $4,850, with premium booths sold out. Packages include turnkey options with lead retrieval, guest passes, and show app access.
2. Attendee Registration Fees: Trade professionals pay to attend. Early bird registration at $110 USD, regular registration at $165 USD, and onsite registration at $225 USD. Includes trade show floor access, conference sessions, and networking.
3. Sponsorship and Branding Opportunities: Brands can purchase sponsorship packages for premium exposure before, during, and after the show through high-impact signage and digital visibility. Includes Center Stage and Beverage Stage sponsorships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Americas Food & Beverage Show is an annual B2B trade-only exhibition organized by World Trade Center Miami at the Miami Beach Convention Center, bringing together 900+ exhibitors from 25+ countries with 10,000+ qualified buyers, importers, distributors, and retailers. The core offering includes turnkey exhibitor booth packages (inline, corner, premium), a 3-day bilingual conference program, Center Stage and Beverage Stage demonstrations, country pavilions, a VIP Hosted Buyers Program, and a B2B matchmaking app for lead generation. Revenue is generated through booth fees, attendee registration, and sponsorship packages.

Product overview

The Americas Food & Beverage Show is the premier trade-only B2B exhibition for food and beverage industry professionals, organized by the World Trade Center Miami. The core offering is the annual trade show event featuring exhibition booth space (available in turnkey packages from 10'x10' to 20'x20' configurations) where over 900 exhibitors from 25+ countries showcase products to more than 10,000 qualified buyers. The event is supplemented by educational programming including a bilingual Conference Program with 14 speakers, Center Stage culinary demonstrations featuring Michelin star chefs, and Beverage Stage presentations. Premium add-on services include VIP Hosted Buyers Program for curated buyer-supplier connections, Country Pavilions for national representation, Sponsorship/Branding Opportunities for enhanced visibility, New Product Showcase for innovations, and a Trade Show App with lead generation and appointment scheduling capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Americas Food & Beverage Show (Annual Trade Show Event) The premier trade-only B2B event focused exclusively on food and beverage industry professionals, bringing together over 900 exhibitors from 25+ countries and attracting more than 10,000 decision-makers including buyers, importers, distributors, and retailers. The 30th Anniversary Edition is scheduled for September 14-16, 2026 at Miami Beach Convention Center.
• Turnkey Booth Packages All-inclusive exhibition booth packages available in 10'x10', 10'x20', and 20'x20' configurations, including pipe-and-drape, table, chairs, carpeting, electrical outlet, booth sign, staff badges, guest passes, and show app access. Inline booths start at $4,350 and corner booths at $4,850.
• Premium and Custom Booth Options Enhanced booth configurations including Hard Wall Graphic Packages and customized island booths with premium furnishings for exhibitors seeking higher visibility. Premium booths for 2026 are sold out.
• Center Stage Demonstrations Live culinary demonstrations featuring Michelin star chefs and industry experts, including 13 presentations with 3 Michelin star chefs showcasing international cuisine.
• Beverage Stage Dedicated stage for beverage-focused demonstrations and tastings featuring 20 presentations highlighting the latest beverage trends and innovations.
• Conference Program Bilingual (English and Spanish) educational conference sessions featuring 14 speakers across a 3-day program covering industry trends, regulatory compliance, and business development topics.
• VIP Hosted Buyers Program Exclusive program connecting high-level buyers with top global suppliers, offering complimentary registration, early show floor access, dedicated buyers lounge, B2B meeting spaces, VIP networking reception, and covered hotel accommodations for select buyers.
• Country Pavilions Organized national pavilions representing 18+ countries including Spain (Country of Honor), Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Japan, Italy, Africa, and others, providing dedicated exhibition space for international exhibitors.
• Sponsorship and Branding Opportunities Premium exposure packages offering high-impact signage, digital visibility, and exclusive sponsorship options including Center Stage and Beverage Stage sponsorships before, during, and after the event.

Quantifiable outcome

• Average expected post-show sales: $252,272 per exhibitor
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship, minor and major.

• World Trade Center MiamicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe show is organized by World Trade Center Miami, Miami's oldest international organization. WTC Miami is part of the World Trade Centers Association with 300+ centers in 94 countries and 2 million corporate members. WTC Miami fosters international business opportunities through trade shows.
• National Association of State Department of Agriculture (NASDA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNASDA is a sponsor of the Americas Food & Beverage Show. NASDA and USDA/FAS work together to promote the USA Pavilion at the show. NASDA's Director of Trade Shows, Dewitt Ashby, endorses the show as providing great opportunity for US companies to interact with retailers and foodservice buyers from the US, Latin America, and Caribbean.
• U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) / Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUSDA is a sponsor of the show. The Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) promotes the export of U.S. agricultural products and works with NASDA to help promote the USA Pavilion at the Americas Food & Beverage Show.
• Spain-U.S. Chamber of CommerceflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpain was the Country of Honor at AF&B 2025 with one of its largest international pavilions—nearly 60 exhibition stands showcasing Spain's rich culinary heritage and global trade leadership. The Spain-US Chamber of Commerce organized this partnership, highlighting Spain's longstanding support of the Show.
• Copa AirlinesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCopa Airlines is the Official Airline Partner offering discounted airfare (up to 15% off, excluding A and T fare classes; 5% off for T fare class) for attendees traveling September 9-21, 2026. Discount code: C9683.
• FHTglobalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFHTglobal is the Official Housing Partner for the Americas Food & Beverage Show & Conference, contracting special rates exclusively for show participants in multiple Miami Beach hotels.
• USA Caribbean ToursminorGTM or Marketing PartnerUSA Caribbean Tours is the Preferred Ground Transportation Partner offering airport transfers (Miami and Fort Lauderdale), hotel-to-venue transfers, and local tours. Contact: Miguel Angel Del Aguila, [email protected], +1 305 323-6939.
• Trade Promotion Groups (Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Italy, Jamaica, Malaysia, Peru, Poland, South Africa, South Korea, Thailand, Turkey)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerThe event is strongly endorsed by trade promotion groups from 18 countries including Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Italy, Jamaica, Malaysia, Peru, Poland, South Africa, South Korea, Thailand, and Turkey. These groups help organize national pavilions and promote the show in their regions.
• DcobysminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDcobys provides B2B matchmaking services for the show, facilitating connections between buyers and exhibitors. Diana Cobos, CEO of Dcobys, has helped create over 100,000 qualified leads and more than 15,000 B2B business meetings in international trade.
• IMEX ManagementmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIMEX Management serves as the general sales agent for EU, Canada, and Middle East regions, and handles USA Pavilion (A Taste of the States) exhibitor sales. Contact: [email protected] for USA Pavilion inquiries.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• National Restaurant Association Show (NRA Show): The leading B2B event for the U.S. foodservice industry, attracting exhibitors and buyers in food, beverage, equipment, and technology; directly comparable in its annual trade-show model and exhibitor/attendee economics.
• Specialty Food Association (Fancy Food Show): Operates the Fancy Food Show, the largest U.S. specialty food B2B trade event, and Summer Fancy Food Show; directly comparable as a B2B food & beverage exhibition serving exhibitors and qualified buyers with similar booth/attendee pricing models.
• SIAL: Hosts SIAL Paris and SIAL Canada, among the largest international food and beverage trade exhibitions worldwide; comparable as a similarly structured B2B food trade show with country pavilions and pre-vetted buyer programs.
• Natural Products Expo (New Hope Network): Operates Natural Products Expo West and East, premier B2B trade shows for the natural and organic food/beverage industry; directly comparable as a U.S.-based annual B2B food trade show with similar exhibitor retention and buyer-quality narratives.
• Institute of Food Technologists (IFT Expo): Operates the IFT Annual Event, a major B2B food science and ingredient trade show in the U.S.; comparable as a similarly structured food-industry B2B exhibition with matchmaking, country representation, and tiered registration pricing.

Broad incumbents

• Messe Frankfurt (TEXIM / specialised food shows): Operates worldwide B2B trade fairs including food-related exhibitions such as wine and food specialisations; comparable as an incumbent trade-show operator with similar booth/sponsorship/ticketing revenue mix and country pavilion GTM.
• Koelnmesse (Anuga): Operates Anuga, the world's largest food and beverage trade fair held biennially in Cologne; comparable as a major global food B2B exhibition with country pavilions, matchmaking, and a similar multi-country exhibitor base.
• Informa Markets (Food & Beverage portfolio): The world's largest trade-show operator running dozens of food, beverage, and hospitality exhibitions including events under the Natural Products Expo brand; broadly comparable as an incumbent B2B trade-show portfolio operator with similar revenue mix of booth fees, sponsorships, and ticketing.
• Reed Exhibitions (Foodservice & Hospitality shows): Operates B2B trade shows including food and hospitality events such as IBIE and other foodservice exhibitions; comparable as a broad incumbent trade-show operator with similar GTM, distribution, and revenue mechanisms.

Emerging players

• Philadelphia Coffee Festival: Smaller specialty B2B/consumer food & beverage festival focusing on a niche beverage vertical; partially comparable in operating a curated, ticketed food/beverage event with exhibitor booths, but materially smaller in scale and different geographic anchor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/americasfoodandbeverageshow
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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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