The Southeast Produce Council (SEPC) is unveiling its speaker lineup for its upcoming annual conference, Southern Exposure: From Fields to Families, taking place February 26–March 1, 2026, at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, Florida.
This year's conference will highlight the platform of incoming SEPC Board Chair Sloan Lott, whose focus — "From Fields to Families: Nourishing Our Nation" — celebrates the powerful connection between those who grow food and the families who gather around the table to enjoy it. The 2026 conference will honor that mission by welcoming distinguished voices who exemplify leadership, authenticity, and purpose.
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L-R: John Maxwell, Molly Yeh.
Keynote speaker: John Maxwell, world-renowned leadership author, speaker, and coach: A globally respected leadership expert, he will bring dynamic insights to help attendees grow as leaders within their organizations and communities.
Southern Roots Women's Luncheon speaker: Molly Yeh, chef, cookbook author, and host of Food Network's Girl Meets Farm: Known for her creative cooking and heartfelt storytelling, Yeh will share her passion for food, culture, and bringing people together.
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L-R: Stephen Mansfield, Sloan Lott
Good Seeds MENtor Program speaker: Stephen Mansfield, New York Times bestselling author, global speaker, and coach: A champion of strong, values-driven leadership, Mansfield will empower men to lead with character, courage, and compassion.
"Our theme, From Fields to Families: Nourishing Our Nation, is more than a slogan — it's a mission," said Sloan Lott, incoming SEPC board chair and director of sales at Bland Farms. "This year, we're honoring the role growers and farmers play in feeding families across the country. Southern Exposure brings our industry together to celebrate that shared mission, and we're proud to welcome speakers who inspire and uplift that journey."
Find out more about the show here.
For more information:
Anna Burch
Southeast Produce Council
Tel: (478) 982-4411
[email protected]
www.seproducecouncil.com
