Utah Foodtrepreneur Festival

Ever dreamed of turning your secret recipe into a bestselling product? Or opening up your own brewery or food truck? Or maybe you just love local, delicious food with a great story behind it!

There are great things happening in food entrepreneurship in Salt Lake City: companies starting here are gaining national renown, and the economic and cultural impact of this local food movement is both exhilarating and important for the continued growth of Salt Lake City as a cultural and entrepreneurship hub. People have never been more engaged or motivated about where their food comes from, and the stories and visionaries behind it.

Join us for a celebration of the entrepreneurs who are making Utah more delicious. Enjoy behind-the-scenes stories and learn how to start your own venture from a standout panel of locally-based entrepreneurs and innovators.

Description of Event:
The goals of the Foodtrepreneur event, therefore, are threefold: to empower citizens to start or grow their own food business; to create excitement around the local food and entrepreneurship movements; and to celebrate the efforts and products of the Salt Lake City and Utah residents who are growing thriving food and beverage businesses.

Rachel Hofstetter, author of Cooking Up A Business, will guide panelists  through the stories of their  genius ideas, pitfalls, and their ultimate success.

The event will also feature a panel where top local food bloggers share their insight on starting and running a successful food and lifestyle blog.

And come hungry: afterwards, we’ll showcase the best food and drinks from local companies. Meet the founders and sample products from 20+ more companies!

You'll leave with inspiration to start your own business, an appreciation of your local food entrepreneurs, and very full and happy!

And come hungry: afterwards, we’ll showcase the best food and drinks from local companies.

This event will be held in downtown Salt Lake City on a Thursday afternoon/evening, so people can come straight from work and enjoy a vibrant panel discussion and then segue into the tasting showcase for lots of “happy hour” snacks and drinks.