American Express & Resy are proud to present the 36th annual Trade Program at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen from Thursday, June 18th through Sunday, June 21st, 2026.
Developed by and for the professionals who shape the world of hospitality, the Trade Program brings together top industry professionals including restaurants, hoteliers, sommeliers, wine and spirits importers, distributors, and more for a three-day program featuring intimate networking events and dynamic, expert-led discussions.
The Trade Program is an exclusive feature of the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, and it provides attendees a forum to network, share strategies, discuss best practices, and exchange ideas for achieving growth and spurring innovation in the hospitality industry.
American Express is a global payments and premium lifestyle brand powered by technology, backing customers with differentiated products, services and experiences that enrich lives and build business success. American Express has supported efforts to enhance the growth of the restaurant industry for more than 40 years by creating and implementing programs designed to benefit restaurateurs. American Express also supports the restaurant community through sponsorships and commitments to a wide range of industry organizations. Learn more at americanexpress.com and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube.
F&W Pro is a one-of-a-kind B2B and B2C industry platform with a reach of more than 5 million readers annually. It includes a magazine and digital column, newsletter with 55,000-plus subscribers, and podcast series that shares insights and stories from the best minds in the hospitality industry.
7:15Â am - 8:30Â am
Rise & Restore: Guided Trail Hike or Run
Rise & Restore: Yoga
9:00Â am - 9:45Â am
Leader Labs
10:00Â am - 11:00Â am
Beyond Truffles and Caviar: What Luxury Means Now
11:00Â am - 11:30Â am
Private Trade Tasting
3:00Â pm - 4:00Â pm
What Guests Want Now: Wine as a Case Study in Modern Demand
7:15Â am - 8:30Â am
Rise & Restore: Guided Trail Hike or Run
Rise & Restore: Yoga
9:00Â am - 9:45Â am
Leader Labs
10:00Â am - 11:00Â am
If I Had to Start Over: Lessons From the Best in Hospitality
11:00Â am - 11:30Â am
Private Trade Tasting
8:45Â am - 9:45Â am
The Final Fold: Sunday Send-Off
12:00Â pm - 12:30Â pm
Private Trade Tasting