You can contact the Speciality & Fine Food Fair team using the contact details below. If you're not sure who to speak to then just email sfffteam@montgomerygroup.com and we'll make sure the right person gets back to you.

Portfolio Director

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Federico Dellafiore
Portfolio Director
Federico.Dellafiore@montgomerygroup.com

Having previously led IFE and IFE Manufacturing as Event Director, Federico now oversees the entire Food, Drink & Hospitality Week portfolio. Passionate about building meaningful partnerships, he is committed to helping exhibitors, buyers and industry partners connect, while continuing to grow the Fair's international reach. Outside of the event, Federico enjoys exploring new food and drink trends and discovering artisan producers from around the world.

Event Manager

Nicky Woods

Nicola Woods
Event Manager
nicola.woods@montgomerygroup.com

Nicola has worked across many of our food, drink and hospitality events but has always had a soft spot for Speciality & Fine Food Fair, and she is delighted to be working as Event Manager! She is a passionate foodie and really excited about discovering the array of quality food and drink on offer and hearing from so many passionate producers. Nicola is really looking forward to working with the speciality and fine food community to help shape an amazing Fair for 2027!   

Looking to exhibit? Our Commercial Team would love to chat about your goals, recommend the best stand options for your brand and help you make the most of your time at the Fair.

James Reece

James Rees
Commercial Manager
+44 (0)20 7886 3075
james.rees@montgomerygroup.com

James is delighted to back working on Speciality & Fine Food Fair, having previously working the 2021 edition along with several editions of Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering where he managed the Food and Drink area's of the Show. He's passionate about all things food & drink, building relationships with suppliers and helping to support their businesses. 

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Finaly Fuller
Commercial Manager
+44 (0)20 7886 3019
finlay.fuller@montgomerygroup.com

This will be Finlay's first Speciality & Fine Food Fair, working closely with brands and partners to support the commercial success of the show. She enjoys the fast-paced, vibrant nature of live events and the opportunity to bring the industry together. Outside of work, Finlay has a genuine love for food and is always looking for recommendations of delicious foodie spots on London's restaurant scene.

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Ewan Moore
Commercial Executive
+44 (0)20 7886 3020
ewan.moore@montgomerygroup.com

Ewan is really excited to be the new Commercial Executive on the Fair moving over from a successful Surface Design Show 2026. Growing up in a farming household in central Scotland he's really keen to be involved in the speciality food & drink industry,  and building towards a new Speciality & Fine Food Fair for 2027 alongside Food, Drink & Hospitality Week.

International Sales

James Murray

James Murray
International Sales Director
+44 (0)20 7886 3094
james.murray@montgomerygroup.com

James is responsible for international participation at the Fair and loves discovering new and exciting products to get involved. He was with Montgomery when we launched Speciality & Fine Food Fair over two decades ago and is really proud to be involved in such a fabulous showcase of gourmet and artisanal products. 

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Marina Stewart
International Sales Manager
+44 (0)20 7886 3096
Marina.Stewart@montgomerygroup.com

Originally from Malaysia and was working with EMI Music (M) for 7 years promoting EMI artists such as Coldplay, Robbie Williams, Kylie and the Gorillaz. Love brought Marina to the good ol' blightly. Her favourite F word is FOOD! Thus, she's excited and honoured to be part of Speciality & Fine Food Fair team. On top of that, Marina is a feeder and loves cooking and baking, so being in this industry is a dream come true for her!

 

Juan Michelena

Juan Michelena
Senior International Sales Executive
+44 (0)20 7886 3096
Juan.Michelena@montgomerygroup.com

Juan is the Senior International Sales Executive with a true passion for food and global flavours. A self-proclaimed foodie, he loves discovering and tasting new products from around the world, especially those hidden gems you don’t come across every day. For Juan, trade shows are so much more than business; they’re a celebration of culture, creativity and connection, and a great way to “taste the world in one place”.

 

Want to grow your brand before, during and after the Fair? Whether it's marketing opportunities, PR support, content or sponsorship, our team is here to help you maximise your presence.

Nicola Macdonald

Nicola Macdonald
PR Director
+44 (0)20 7886 3002
nicola.macdonald@montgomerygroup.com

Nicola is always on the hunt for the latest trends and debates shaking up the food, drink and hospitality sectors, and loves coming across genuinely different and inspiring ideas. Her background in both journalism and PR means she prioritises writing informative and relevant content for our shows and partners. If you've got some news to shout about then get in touch!

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 Sonia Diaz
Marketing Manager
+44 (0)20 7886 3009
sonia.diaz@montgomerygroup.com

Sonia is the Marketing Manager for Speciality & Fine Food Fair. Born in Colombia and having lived on four continents, she’s always hungry for new foods, cultures and adventures. A passionate cook, she loves recreating memorable dishes and believes marketing is a lot like cooking: mix fresh ideas, great stories and a little creativity to create something people remember.

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 Grace Fitzpatrick
Marketing Executive
+44 (0)20 7886 3009
grace.fitzpatrick@montgomerygroup.com

Grace is the Marketing Executive behind the Speciality & Fine Food Fair team, with two years’ experience working across food events. A born-and-bred Londoner, she loves uncovering the city’s latest hotspots, wandering with a coffee and pastry in hand, discovering new delis, dishes, and neighbourhoods, and loves staying on top of emerging trends and sipping and sampling innovative new products!

Lucy

 Lucy Verdier
Marketing Assistant
+44 (0)20 7886 3009
lucy.verdier@montgomerygroup.com

Lucy is the Marketing Assistant behind Speciality & Fine Food Fair, as well as other food events. A true foodie at heart, she’s passionate about discovering the latest delicious products and spends her weekends experimenting in the kitchen. Lucy is excited to dive into everything the show has to offer - from artisan producers to cutting-edge culinary trends!

Phoebe

Phoebe Dunn
Head of Content
+44 (0)20 7886 3025
Phoebe.Dunn@montgomerygroup.com

Phoebe is our Head of Content which means she is responsible for curating our cutting-edge content programmes. She loves being a part of the Speciality & Fine Food Fair team and immersing herself in the food and beverages industry. Eating and drinking are also Phoebe's favourite past times so she can’t wait to sample the finest produce on offer at the event!

Sam Morris

Samuel Morris
Content Executive
+44 (0)20 7886 3137
Samuel.Morris@montgomerygroup.com

Samuel is the Content Executive at Speciality and Fine Food Fair, and also curates content across the rest of Food, Drink and Hospitality Week. He enjoys discovering new flavours through different cultures and diving into the stories that shape the food and drink industry.

Need a helping hand? From planning your stand to ensuring everything runs smoothly onsite, our Operations Team is here to support you every step of the way.

Kate Bridle

Kate Bridle
Senior Operations Manager
+44 (0)20 7886 3088
Kate.Bridle@montgomerygroup.com

Kate is the operations manager for Speciality & Fine Food Fair and is passionate about building beautiful shows as well as ensuring exhibitors have a smooth & enjoyable experience from beginning to end. Away from the exhibition, you will find her in the kitchen or running after her two daughters.