SGF Annual Conference

Wednesday 18th November 2026
Doubletree by Hilton, Glasgow

President’s Welcome Dinner dress code – Black tie

2026 Programme Coming Soon

It was a pleasure to host the SGF annual conference. A well organised, dynamic day, it had some really interesting speakers, and it was a great opportunity for delegates to hear from inspiring figures in the sector. Everyone was so passionate about their industry and incredibly engaged. Also, a brilliant chance to network.

Rona Dougal, BBC Scotland Presenter

“What a pleasure to attend my first SGF conference. Engaging sessions and inspiring speakers. Superbly managed and wonderfully organised, creating great networking and collaboration opportunities. Well done Pete, Angela and all the team”

Stephen Jempson, Jempsons Ltd

“We attended the SGF for the first time in October 2025. The day allowed us to speak to some existing customers and discuss performance and our range, as well as speak to new retailers and customers to potentially partner with in the future. The evening event was a great opportunity to speak with others we may not have during the day and discuss trends and plans moving forward. It was great to speak with some other suppliers or customers, who we may not have seen at other events previously”

Keshav Sharma, Au Vodka

The SGF Annual Conference returns with its 2026 theme: Customer & Community: More Than a Store.

This year, we’ll explore the evolving role of Scotland’s local shops, not just as retail spaces, but as vital hubs supporting their communities and local economies.

Bringing together retailers, industry leaders and partners, our SGF conference will feature a mix of keynote sessions, industry insights and interactive discussions, alongside our largest trade exhibition of the year.

Join us for a day of forward thinking, practical ideas and networking, as we look at how the sector continues to adapt, innovate and deliver more than ever before.

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We have a selection of conference & gala dinner packages available - please click the links to view the package details: