How can the organic industry harness storytelling, advertising, and data to stand out, be impactful and drive growth?

We live in an age of greenwashing and greenhushing, at a time when the world urgently needs solutions to the climate, nature, and health crises.

Organic offers credible solutions. The impressive market growth over the past two years demonstrates a growing shift towards responsible consumption. However, organic serves a small percentage of the overall UK market and the media often portrays it as expensive and exclusive.

How can we tackle these challenges and inspire everyone - shoppers, retailers, and policymakers - to recognise why organic truly matters?

 

What you'll gain

Discover how the organic industry can appeal to the hearts and minds of loyal shoppers while attracting new audiences.

We will release the full agenda closer to the conference. Join us to discuss ideas, build valuable connections with other industry leaders and professionals and enjoy a delicious feast alongside our organic experts.

Event details

Thu 6 Nov 2025 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM


The Barbican Centre, Silk St, London, EC2Y 8DS

 

Join us in person at the iconic Barbican Centre in London for a day of insights and networking.

 

Keynote: Solitaire Townsend

We’re excited to open the day with Solitaire Townsend, a leading international voice on communicating sustainability. She will share expert insights on how the organic industry can stand out in a competitive marketplace.

Solitaire is a respected sustainability expert, known for her recent book "The Solutionists", her Forbes column and her inspiring TED Talk. She is Co-founder/ Chief Solutionist at Futera and Chair of The Solutions Union charity.

Her impressive achievements include:

  • 'Leader of the Year' at Adweek's Sustainability Awards 2023

  • United Nations Global Compact SDG Pioneer for the UK

  • Named by Positive News as one of three people transforming the climate narrative

  • Previous 'Ethical Entrepreneur of the Year'

  • Chair of the UK Green Energy Scheme, Trustee of Ashden

  • Founder member of the United Nations Sustainable Lifestyles Taskforce

  • Board member of the Hollywood Climate Summit

Solitaire holds a Masters degree in both Sustainability and Shakespeare.