Snack Sessions for Buyers & Suppliers
Connect snack buyers and suppliers through curated, private meetings designed to drive real business outcomes. ECRM Snack Sessions showcase innovative snack products across salty, sweet, functional, and better-for-you categories, helping buyers refresh assortments and identify high-performing brands across grocery, convenience, mass, and eCommerce channels.
It's simple. Snack brands perform better with ECRM.
ECRM is trusted by over 79000 buyers and 77000 suppliers worldwide
Across center store and perimeter categories, ECRM connects snack category decision makers with the right suppliers to build long-term, high-performing programs. Through curated sessions and private meetings, brands and buyers move faster, make smarter decisions, and drive measurable category growth.
ECRM Snack Sessions deliver proven results through meaningful, pre-qualified connections.
What are Snack Buyers Looking for?
Snack buyers are seeking products that balance taste, convenience, and differentiation while aligning with better-for-you trends and evolving consumption habits.
During ECRM Snack Sessions, buyers review salty and sweet snacks, plant-based options, snacks positioned as meals, low or no sugar products, high-protein offerings, and both branded and private label programs.
🍎🌰 Innovative Formats
Snack products built for modern lifestyles.
🏊✏️ Functional & Better-for-You
Low sugar, protein-forward, and functional snacks
🌿🍯 Plant-Based
Plant-forward and dietary-conscious offerings.
🍫💻 On-the-Go
Snacks for everyday and impulse occasions.
Frequently Asked Questions
For snack buyers:
What are ECRM Snack Sessions?
ECRM Snack Sessions are curated meeting events where retail and foodservice buyers meet privately with snack suppliers to discover new products, evaluate innovation, and explore assortment opportunities.
What types of snack products can buyers expect to review?
Buyers review a wide range of snack products, including salty and sweet snacks, better-for-you and functional options, plant-based snacks, low or no sugar products, and high-protein offerings, across both branded and private label programs.p>
How do buyer meetings work during Snack Sessions?
Meetings are pre-scheduled and curated based on category focus, buyer objectives, and product fit, allowing buyers to efficiently review relevant suppliers in a focused setting.
Are Snack Sessions held virtually or in person?
Snack Sessions are offered in both virtual and in-person formats, giving buyers flexibility to participate in the way that best suits their planning cycles and schedules.
Where do Snack Sessions take place?
Sessions are held across multiple regions, including North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia, supporting both regional and global sourcing needs.
For snack suppliers:
Who should participate in Snack Sessions?
Snack Sessions are designed for suppliers ranging from emerging brands to established manufacturers, including companies offering branded and private label snack products.
What types of sessions are available for snack suppliers?
Suppliers can participate in a variety of focused sessions such as Convenience Sessions, Impulse and Checklane Sessions, Seasonal Snack Sessions, Private Label Food & Beverage Sessions, and Distribution Connect Sessions.
How are suppliers matched with buyers?
ECRM curates meetings based on product category, buyer demand, distribution readiness, and business objectives to ensure meaningful, high-value conversations.
Is there a performance guarantee for suppliers?
Yes. ECRM offers a performance guarantee centered on delivering pre-qualified buyer meetings, targeted exposure, and actionable insights that support business growth.
Can international or emerging brands participate?
Yes. Snack Sessions support international suppliers and emerging or minority-owned businesses, provided products meet buyer requirements and market readiness standards.
Get Business Done with ECRM
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147+
Sessions Executed
186,190+
Curated Interactions
8,888+
Participating Suppliers
7,326+
Participating Buyers
Snack session opportunities designed for growth
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Find the right mix of opportunities for your business
Connecting with the right buyers shouldn't be difficult. ECRM Snack Sessions create focused opportunities for snack brands to engage with buyers actively sourcing new products.
Private Label Food & Beverage Session
Natural, Organic, Plant-Based & Gluten Free Food & Beverage Session
Small Business, Diversity & Minority Owned Food & Beverage Session
Impulse, Front-End & Checklane Session
Our Performance Guarantee
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ECRM is the worldwide standard in connecting snack buyers and suppliers
Our top priority is your success. ECRM delivers measurable value through curated connections, meaningful exposure, and actionable insights that support smarter business decisions.
Guaranteed connections with the right snack buyers at the right time
Increased brand exposure to a qualified, category-relevant buyer audience
Actionable insights into snack trends, buyer needs, and market opportunities
We stand behind our performance 100%. If you're not satisfied, just let us know, and we will work with you to make it right.
What participants are saying
Real results from buyers and suppliers
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