LIDD at the American Food Manufacturing Summit 2026

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LIDD is heading to The American Food Manufacturing Summit in Chicago Illinois. The AFMS is an executive-level conference that brings together food and beverage manufacturing leaders, industry experts, and solution providers to discuss key challenges and opportunities in operations, food safety, supply chain resilience, digital transformation, automation, and innovation. LIDD attendes that can be met at the show are Marc Menard and Emilio Colangelo.

When: November 2-3, 2026
Where: Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel – Chicago, IL

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Marc Ménard

Managing Director, LIDD

Marc Ménard is a Managing Director in LIDD’s Design & Strategy practice. Based in the firm’s Montreal office, he leads teams of analysts and designers in the conception and implementation of distribution solutions that enable profit efficient multichannel operations. He advises LIDD’s clients in the development of strategies and roadmaps for the continuous improvement of their supply chain infrastructure. Since joining LIDD in 2017, Marc has been involved in projects across a variety of industries, notably in the Food & Beverage, Apparel, Retail & eCommerce, and Sports sectors. His work focuses on network optimization and the design and implementation of distribution centers, including MHE and automation technology and equipment. Through a keen sense for practical solutions, Marc helps LIDD clients develop retail and eCommerce capital efficient distribution infrastructure. Marc holds a B.Eng. in Civil Engineering from Concordia University.

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Emilio Colangelo

Partner, LIDD

As a partner at LIDD, Emilio Colangelo leads the supply chain planning practice, developing integrated strategies and overseeing complex software implementations. Since 2016, he has helped companies across food and beverage, e-commerce, and manufacturing achieve operational improvements through process engineering and tailored technology solutions.

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About LIDD

LIDD is a global team of design, strategy, and technology experts specializing in end-to-end supply chain transformation. With offices in Montreal, Toronto, Atlanta, LA, and France, LIDD guides organizations through evolving market demands, providing data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to enhance overall supply chain performance.

Our offerings encompass a wide range of services designed to optimize supply chains, enhance technology infrastructure, and facilitate facility design and implementation. With a comprehensive suite of services, advanced technology solutions, and unmatched expertise, LIDD empowers organizations to transform, innovate, and excel in today’s competitive marketplace.

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