Wisconsin's Food and Beverage Economy: Issues and Opportunities
Friday, November 20th, 2026 | Time: 7:00 am - 9:00 am
Location: The Wisconsin Club, 900 W. Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee
IBAW is pleased to announce Nick Novak, President, Midwest Food Products Association as November's Monthly Breakfast Meeting speaker.
Midwest Food Products Association (MWFPA) is the voice and resource for the food manufacturing industry in the region, representing companies in Illinois, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and surrounding states.
Novak most recently served as Vice President of Communications and Marketing at Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association. In this role, he led a team that oversaw media relations, event promotions and execution, and membership communications. Novak also worked closely with WMC’s government relations team to advance probusiness policies with state legislators.
In nearly a decade with WMC, Novak progressively took on more responsibility and spent the last five years as a trusted member of the executive team charged with organizational strategy and growth. In addition to time with WMC, he spent his career focused on public policy and advocacy, including roles in the Wisconsin State Capitol, several political campaigns and with a construction industry group.
Novak oversees day-to-day operations and is responsible for the strategic direction of MWFPA.
Featured Speaker:
- Nick Novak, President, Midwest Food Products Association
Advanced registration and payment is required.
MEETING AGENDA:
7:00 am - 7:30 am - Check in, coffee, networking
7:30 am - Plated breakfast, continued networking at the table
8:00 am - 8:45 Main Program
8:45 am - 9:00 am - Audience Q & A
9:00 am - Program ends followed by networking
PLATED BREAKFAST INCLUDED!
Attire: Business Professional
Please note:
No refunds/credits can be issued for those unable to attend 24 hours before the event. Due to venue policy, "No shows" are charged / invoiced.