Question 1

What is TFEST26?

Accepted Answer

TFEST26 is Europe's most senior supply chain conference, taking place December 1–2, 2026 at Colosseum Berlin. It brings together 400+ Director-level and above leaders — Chief Supply Chain Officers, VPs, and senior directors from companies including Cisco, Henkel, Estée Lauder, Diageo, Novartis, Schneider Electric, and Mars — for two days of knowledge sharing, peer benchmarking, and strategic planning.

Question 2

When and where is TFEST26?

Accepted Answer

TFEST26 takes place on Monday December 1 and Tuesday December 2, 2026 at Colosseum Berlin (Schönhauser Allee 123, 10437 Berlin, Germany). A pre-event welcome dinner is hosted on Sunday November 30, 2026 (by invitation).

Question 3

Who organises TFEST26?

Accepted Answer

TFEST26 is produced by Future Insights Network, the global community for supply chain transformation leaders. Future Insights runs senior-level conferences and content focused on the evolving CSCO mandate. More at futureinsights.org.

Question 4

How is TFEST26 different from other supply chain conferences?

Accepted Answer

TFEST26 is strictly Director-level and above — 17% C-Suite, 40% VP-level, 43% Director-level. The format emphasises peer benchmarking, candid practitioner firesides, themed roundtable discussions, and pre-scheduled 1:1 meetings rather than vendor presentations. Sessions are designed around real transformation experience, not product pitches.

Question 5

How much does a TFEST26 ticket cost?

Accepted Answer

Delegate pass pricing is tiered: Early Bird, Standard, and Last Chance, with prices increasing as the event approaches. Solution Provider passes are also available for technology vendors, consultancies, and service providers. See tfest.ai/get-tickets for current pricing and to register.

Question 6

What's included with a delegate pass?

Accepted Answer

Two days of conference access, all Main Stage sessions, breakout tracks (Innovation Stage and The Lab), themed lunch discussion tables, networking breaks and coffee, the Day 1 networking reception, and access to private sponsor dinners (by invitation). Catering and refreshments are included throughout both days.

Question 7

Are there group discounts?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Group rates are available for teams of three or more from the same organisation. Email andrewb@tfest.ai with your team size and we will send a custom quote.

Question 8

Is there a virtual option?

Accepted Answer

TFEST26 is in-person by design — the format relies on candid peer-to-peer conversation that doesn't replicate online. Selected Main Stage sessions may be made available as recordings to confirmed delegates after the event.

Question 9

What is the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

Tickets are transferrable to a colleague at any time before the event. For cancellations, please email andrewb@tfest.ai as early as possible.

Question 10

Who attends TFEST26?

Accepted Answer

TFEST26 is curated for senior supply chain and procurement leaders only. The audience is 100% Director-level and above: 17% C-Suite (CSCOs, CPOs), 40% VP-level (SVPs and VPs of Supply Chain, Operations, Procurement), and 43% Director-level. Past attendees have included CSCOs and senior leaders from Unilever, Henkel, Estée Lauder, Schneider Electric, Novartis, Monsanto, 3M, Bechtel, and many more.

Question 11

How many attendees are expected?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 400 senior leaders. Attendance is intentionally capped to maintain the event's curated, peer-driven format.

Question 12

How does the 1:1 meeting system work?

Accepted Answer

Pre-scheduled 1:1 meetings happen during the morning coffee block (10:30–11:30) and the afternoon coffee block (15:30–16:10) on both days. Delegates request meetings through the event app with other attendees, speakers, and sponsors. Overflow slots are available in the afternoon block for meetings that didn't fit the morning slots.

Question 13

Is there a dress code?

Accepted Answer

Business casual. Most attendees opt for blazers without ties.

Question 14

Who's speaking at TFEST26?

Accepted Answer

TFEST26 features 80+ speakers, including confirmed CSCOs from Cisco (Chuck Graham), Estée Lauder (Roberto Canevari), Henkel (Dirk Holbach), Diageo (Neha Singh), Essity (Ilham Smaali), and Haleon (Namrata Patel). See the full lineup at tfest.ai/speakers-2026.

Question 15

What are the main themes?

Accepted Answer

TFEST26 covers six themes: Technology & Operational Excellence (AI, autonomous decision-making), Geopolitical & Economic Risk (trade policy, nearshoring), Supply Chain Resilience (network design, redundancy), Talent & Workforce Development (skills gap, leadership pipeline), The Evolving CSCO & CPO Mandate, and Procurement Transformation.

Question 16

How many sessions are there?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 50 sessions across two days and three stages — Main Stage, Innovation Stage, and The Lab — plus 20 sponsor-hosted lunch discussion tables and additional breakout sessions.

Question 17

Will sessions be recorded?

Accepted Answer

Selected Main Stage sessions are recorded and shared with delegates after the event. Breakouts, roundtables, and 1:1 conversations are off the record to encourage candid discussion.

Question 18

Can I propose a session topic?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Call for Papers is open at tfest.ai/call-for-papers. Submissions should come from senior practitioners (Director-level and above) sharing real transformation experience.

Question 19

Where exactly is the venue?

Accepted Answer

Colosseum Berlin, Schönhauser Allee 123, 10437 Berlin, Germany. The venue is in the Prenzlauer Berg district, well-served by U-Bahn (Schönhauser Allee station) and approximately 30 minutes from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) by taxi or train.

Question 20

Can I get a visa invitation letter?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Once registered, email andrewb@tfest.ai with your passport details and we will issue an official invitation letter for your visa application.

Question 21

Is travel and accommodation included?

Accepted Answer

Travel and accommodation are not included in delegate passes. We'll share recommended hotels and travel guidance with confirmed delegates closer to the event.

Question 22

What language is the event in?

Accepted Answer

All sessions are conducted in English.

Question 23

Can my company sponsor TFEST26?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sponsorship packages are designed for technology providers, consulting firms, and service vendors targeting senior supply chain decision-makers. Visit tfest.ai/sponsorship-enquiries to request the sponsorship brochure.

Question 24

How do I exhibit at TFEST26?

Accepted Answer

Exhibition space is included with sponsorship packages. The expo area is open during all networking breaks across both days. Email andrewb@tfest.ai for details.

Question 25

Is press / media welcome?

Accepted Answer

Selected media partners and accredited press are welcome. Email andrewb@tfest.ai for press accreditation enquiries.

TFEST26 — Frequently Asked Questions