The People Awards

Join us as we celebrate the past, present, and future of the specialty food industry at the 2026 SFA People Awards, hosted by Dana Cowin.

An award-winning editor, author, and convener, Dana brings her signature energy and perspective to the evening, guiding us through a celebration of the trailblazers shaping today’s industry, including Leadership Award winners, Hall of Fame inductees, and Lifetime Achievement honorees.

We’ll also recognize our newest cohort of Maker Prep graduates and come together for drinks, bites, and a festive toast to the individuals moving the specialty food community forward.