GlobalPETS Forum 2026 in Istanbul
Join us in January 2026 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 Istanbul
The program
Our three day program is jampacked with networking opportunities and inspiring keynote speeches:
- Day 1 – Tuesday January 20 (Afternoon only)
- Istanbul tour (Optional – limited availability – starts at 13:00)
- Informal dinner (At the hotel conference area, starts at 19:00)
- Istanbul tour (Optional – limited availability – starts at 13:00)
- Day 2 – Wednesday January 21
- Keynotes
- GlobalPETS Forum Award ceremony
- Social evening – dinner (at an external venue, transportation will be arranged)
- Day 3 – Thursday January 22 (Half-day)
- Keynotes
- Final networking lunch
We will update this page with more information about the program.
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.
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 to max. 3 attendees per company?
- The event has a limited capacity of 300 attendees. A limit of 3 people per company creates an optimal networking environment by allowing more companies to be represented.
- Are meals included?
- Yes, lunches on Wednesday and Thursday and dinners on Tuesday and Wednesday are included.
- Do I have to attend on Tuesday?
- No, the tour and the evening event are 100% optional.
- What can I expect from the Istanbul tour?
- Due to a limited number of big pet stores in Istanbul and busy traffic, we can’t organize a retail tour this year.
- Instead, we organize a sightseeing tour that combines discovering the city and networking.
- More details soon.
Do you have any other questions? Email us at events@pets.nl.