Red Carpet Salute also known as

 the Leadership Banquet

In 1997, the Food Industry Alliance of New York State initiated an outstanding industry trade event entitled The Leadership Banquet, which is now called the Red Carpet Salute. During this fall event, retail and wholesale industry executives personally are recognized for their contributions to the grocery business. In most cases, these executives are the top officers of some of the industry’s most prominent companies that account for over $45 billion in annual sales. Accompanying the strong contingent of industry leaders is the sales and merchandising executives who make their company’s purchasing decisions.

To underscore the importance of The Red Carpet Salute, just consider that New York is fortunate to have a concentration of the most respected and innovative grocery companies in the nation conducting business in the Empire State. This fact is reinforced by the executive strength of leaders who attend --- normally numbering more than 20. These top caliber corporate officers provide leadership in the most competitive marketplace in the country. Not often does the elite of the industry gather together for a single trade event --- but, that’s the unique aspect of The Red Carpet Salute.

Revenues from the Salute greatly assist FIA’s successful and aggressive efforts to represent the industry before New York State government. Therefore, The Red Carpet Salute provides not only an evening of industry camaraderie at the highest levels, but also serves as an essential fundraiser to support FIA’s efforts in protecting the industry from the damaging intrusion of government in one of the country’s bellwether states.

Ticket sales for the Salute begin in early summer and are conducted through FIA’s chain and wholesale members or by calling FIA's Albany office at 518-434-1900.

Click here for information on the 2008 Red Carpet Salute