Are weight loss jabs the knockout punch for hospitality?

30 Mar 2026
HRC - Vision Stage
Trends and insights , Presentation

The rapid rise of GLP-1 weight-loss injections is beginning to reshape how people eat, drink, and socialise, creating both disruption and opportunity for the hospitality sector. As consumer habits evolve, operators are being forced to rethink menus, portion sizes, pricing, and the overall dining experience. In this timely panel, industry experts will cut through the hype to explore the real impact of “the jab” on consumer behaviour and spending. Attend this session to gain practical ideas on how hospitality businesses can adapt, innovate, and turn changing eating patterns into a new source of growth rather than a threat.

Moderator
Austen Bushrod
Austen Bushrod, Director of Procurement - Splendid Hospitality Group
Speakers
Bruce Isaacs
Bruce Isaacs, Co-founder - Smart-Training Ai
Keith Bird
Keith Bird, Independent Industry Advisor
Kelly Dowson
Kelly Dowson, Managing Director - FIS Group
Simon Stenning
Simon Stenning, Founder & Strategic Advisor - FutureFoodsevice.com