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      KPMG is pleased to return to The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) Global Summit, taking place in Vienna, Austria from 23–26 June 2026. Under the theme “The Adaptive Edge — Leveraging Technology & AI for Business Impact and Sustainability,” this year’s Summit brings together leading retailers and manufacturers to discuss how the industry is responding to rapid change.

      Geopolitical uncertainty, shifting consumer expectations, advancing technology and persistent cost pressures mean that every decision consumer leaders face now carries greater weight—and a shorter shelf life. From the continued scale‑up of AI to emerging shifts in consumption linked to GLP‑1 adoption, the focus will be on what these changes mean in practice — for growth, profitability and long‑term sustainability.

      KPMG remains deeply committed to the CGF's mission of uniting consumer goods retailers and manufacturers to collaborate and foster positive change towards a more sustainable future for humanity and our planet and we look forward to engaging in thought provoking discussions and sharing insights across the week.  

      KPMG activities at CGF 2026

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      As part of the program, KPMG is delighted to host a special session on GLP-1:

      Fact, fiction, or future? How GLP-1 is rewriting the global food system

      Thursday 25 June 2026

      The rapid adoption of GLP-1 medications may fundamentally reshape food consumption patterns. What does this mean for the global food industry?

      • Isabelle Allen, Global Head of Consumer & Retail, KPMG International
      • Deborah Lancaster, European Head of Life Sciences, KPMG Switzerland
      • Ian Proudfoot, Global Head of Agribusiness and Partner - Audit, KPMG in New Zealand
      • TBC, Chief Medical Officer, KPMG in the UK

      KPMG attendees

      Isabelle Allen
      Isabelle Allen

      Global Head of Consumer & Retail

      KPMG International

      Linda Ellett
      Linda Ellett

      Head of Consumer, Retail & Leisure

      KPMG in the UK

      Guillaume des Rotours
      Guillaume des Rotours

      Associé, Responsable mondial du Luxe, Responsable du secteur Consumer, Retail & Leisure en France

      KPMG en France

      Deborah Lancaster
      Deborah Lancaster

      Partner, Deal Advisory, Co-Head KPMG Strategy in Switzerland, Co-Head Life Sciences Strategy Switzerland & UK

      KPMG Switzerland

      Stephan Fetsch
      Stephan Fetsch

      Partner, Deal Advisory, EMA und German Head of Retail & Consumer Goods

      KPMG AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft

      Lee Holloway
      Lee Holloway

      Partner, Consumer and Retail Sector Lead for Tax and Legal

      KPMG in the UK

      Georg Knöpfle
      Georg Knöpfle

      Partner, Consulting

      KPMG AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft

      Elliot Marer
      Elliot Marer

      Partner - National Accounting Advisory Services Leader and National Industry Leader for Consumer & Retail

      KPMG Canada

      ian proudfoot
      Ian Proudfoot

      Global Head of Agribusiness, Partner - Audit

      KPMG in New Zealand

      Dr. Thimo Stoll
      Dr. Thimo Stoll

      Partner, Performance & Strategy, Enterprise Performance; Head of ESG Strategy & Value Creation

      KPMG AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft

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      Our extensive Consumer & Retail knowledge combines with KPMG’s multidisciplinary approach to help clients meet challenges and engage opportunities. Connect with our team and let’s explore the future of Consumer Goods and Retail, together.

      Isabelle Allen
      Isabelle Allen

      Global Head of Consumer & Retail

      KPMG International