GlobalPETS Forum 2027 in Lisbon
Join us in January 2027 for the GlobalPETS Forum – three days of networking with other executives and inspiring speeches from top industry players and experts.
The leading networking event for the pet industry
What to expect
At this networking event, you can expect to:
- 300 executives from the world’s leading pet companies together in one room
- Meet and make deals with new international business partners through facilitated networking
- Be inspired by world-class speakers on the latest trends and where the pet industry is going
- Hear from leading retailers and other key industry players
- Combine business and pleasure during the social evening
- All at a 5-star hotel in the inspiring Lisbon
The program
Our three day program is jampacked with networking opportunities and inspiring keynote speeches:
- Day 1 – Monday January 18 (Afternoon only)
- Retail tour (Optional – limited availability – starts at 13:00)
- Welcome dinner (At the hotel conference area, starts at 19:00)
- Retail tour (Optional – limited availability – starts at 13:00)
- Day 2 – Tuesday January 19
- Keynotes
- GlobalPETS Forum Award ceremony
- Dinner at surprise location (transportation will be arranged)
- Day 3 – Wednesday January 20 (Half-day)
- Keynotes
- Final networking lunch
(Program coming soon.)
The GlobalPETS Forum is the TOP event in the pet industry. It is the best place for qualified discussions with the absolute leaders in our pet world – simply a must-have.
The speakers
Who should attend
Since 1999, we’ve been welcoming a diverse group of senior level executives (C-suite or VP/Directors) from across the pet industry:
- Retailers
- Distributors
- Manufacturers (Pet food, toys and other accessories)
- Suppliers (Ingredients, packaging..)
For optimal networking, we limit the max number of attendees to 300 executives.
Note: To maintain a balanced mix of attendees, tickets for suppliers will be limited to 15% of the total.
GlobalPETS Forum gives me inspiration and many great ideas. It's a great opportunity to meet all the leaders in the pet business in one place. Therefore, I'm very happy to come back every year.
I always find it beneficial to pull the 3 days out of my business calendar for the GlobalPETS Forum. The networking is more intense and effective than when we have tight schedules during trade shows and the like.
Great event! Definitely coming back. Really inspiring with an amazing crowd. I was really influenced and inspired to lead my company in the right direction.
A forum with a human touch: What stood out most was how intentional it felt—from the passion of the presentations to the personal networking opportunities. It provided a space for genuine dialogue rather than just another busy event agenda.
FAQ
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions:
- Are there any exhibiting possibilities at the event?
- Yes, you can book a ‘Table top’ (a small booth) to gain more exposure, see registration form.
- Why are tickets limited per company?
- The event has a limited capacity of 300 attendees.
- A limit per company creates an optimal networking environment by allowing more companies to be represented.
- The limit is 3 people per company.
- (The limit for suppliers is 2 people per company.)
- Do you have a discount code for the hotel?
- Yes, we’ll be able to share it with you soon.
- (Note that hotel stay is not included in the ticket price.)
- Are meals included?
- Yes, lunches on Tuesday and Wednesday and dinners on Monday and Tuesday are included.
- Do I have to attend on Monday?
- No, the tour and the welcome dinner are 100% optional.
Do you have any other questions? Email us at events@pets.nl.