Leana Salamah
Leana is a seasoned veteran of food and retail-focused association and events, leveraging data and insights to increase membership and tradeshow participation, and to develop and publish industry and consumer narratives that provoke thoughtful conversations around how brands and retailers can respond to various market shifts and realignments.
From her time at the National Restaurant Association to the International Housewares Association to her current role at the Specialty Food Association, Leana has been the architect and author of multiple industry outlooks and trend reports, and she is a frequent speaker around consumer needs and how they inform product development and marketing strategies for products and brands of all shapes and sizes.
Sessions
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Driving Growth Through Specialty: How Global Flavors and Wellness Can Supercharge Your Basket03-Feb-2026Main Stage (Grand Ballroom)