The Pet Industry Federation will be out in force at PATS with a programme designed to support pet businesses and bring the industry together. 

Across the three days, the PIF team will be available on stand H9 to speak to members and visitors about the ways PIF supports businesses across the pet industry, from business advice, licensing support and information around training; to new initiatives and business-related benefits.

For overseas visitors, PIF will also be providing advice on how to successfully bring products into the UK market, with expert guidance available on regulations, logistics, and market entry.

Meet the Expert Sessions

As part of PIF’s commitment to helping members grow their businesses, visitors will have the chance to speak to a range of expert partners who will be available on the PIF stand at various times throughout the show:

Sunday 28 September

• Worldpay
  Payment systems & EPOS made easy
  11am–1pm & 2pm–4pm

• Nobull
  Marketing know-how for pet businesses
  11am–1pm & 3pm–5pm

Monday 29 September

• Worldpay
  11am–1pm & 3pm–5pm
  
  
• Nobull
  11am–1pm & 3pm–5pm
  
  
• Buyerdock
  Digital product passports and the new 2D barcodes
  12pm-1pm & 3pm-4pm
  
  
• Rosetta Brands
  How to succeed with online selling
  2pm–4pm

Tuesday 30 September

• Worldpay
  11am–1pm & 3pm–5pm
  
  
• Bird & Bird
  Legal advice for pet businesses
  10am–12pm
  
  

Visitors to the PIF stand at these times will gain valuable insights and practical support for their business. The sessions are open to all pet businesses.

Evening Networking Event – Sunday 28 September, 8pm

PIF is also organising an industry evening event on Sunday 28 September in the centre of Birmingham, near New Street station from 8pm. The evening is an opportunity to relax, network, and connect with others in the heart of Birmingham. This is an open event and everyone is welcome, but registration is required to attend, so that we can monitor numbers. Add your details to this form, where you can also pick up more details about the event: https://petfederation.wufoo.com/forms/p13js0kt0d45k4j/

With expert talks, one-to-one advice, and a lively evening event, PIF is looking forward to welcoming members and visitors alike at PATS. Find PIF on stand H9.