Melbourne, 12 January 2026: The Foodservice Association Australia (FSAA) is pleased to announce that the Restaurant & Foodservice Show (formerly Foodservice Australia) has renewed its sponsorship of the FSAA Marketing Scholarship for a further two years, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the development of future marketing leaders within Australia’s foodservice industry.
Launched in 2025, the FSAA Marketing Scholarship recognises and supports emerging marketing talent across the foodservice supply chain—from manufacturers and distributors to service providers. The program provides participants with access to professional development, mentoring and exposure to industry leaders, helping to nurture the next generation of innovators driving growth and creativity in the sector. The scholarship is open to all member companies of the FSAA.
2026 Program Timeline
- Launch: Monday, 26 January 2026
- Applications close: 30 April 2026
In announcing the continued partnership, FSAA CEO Minnie Constan said the support from the Restaurant & Foodservice Show demonstrates the value of industry collaboration in building sustainable careers.
“We are incredibly thankful to have the Restaurant & Foodservice Show continue their support for the FSAA Marketing Scholarship. It’s encouraging to know that our members and partners value the programs we’ve introduced to attract, retain and develop talent within the foodservice industry. Their ongoing commitment ensures we can continue to provide real pathways for growth and innovation,” said Ms Constan.
Mike Hill, Head of Growth of Restaurant & Foodservice Show, said the decision to extend the sponsorship was an easy one.
“We are very happy to continue supporting the FSAA and its endeavours of attracting and retaining talent across the foodservice industry. Marketing plays such a vital role in connecting businesses with their customers and this scholarship helps equip the next generation of professionals with the skills to do exactly that,” said Mr Hill.
The renewed partnership will see the FSAA and the Restaurant & Foodservice Show work closely to promote the scholarship through joint marketing and industry engagement initiatives, ensuring continued visibility and opportunity for emerging marketing professionals across FSAA’s membership.
About the Foodservice Association Australia (FSAA)
FSAA represents manufacturers, distributors and service providers within Australia’s foodservice sector. Through education, networking and advocacy, FSAA connects and supports the industry to grow stronger together.
