Petfood Forum recently spoke with Charlie Tian, general manager at Cambridge Treats. Charlie was selected as a First For Forum Ambassador for the 2026 event.
First For Forum offers pet food professionals who have never attended in the past a chance to attend the show at no cost. Ambassadors are selected through a nomination process.
We are pleased to welcome Charlie to Petfood Forum on April 27-29, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri.
What are you looking forward to the most at Petfood Forum?
Charlie: Connecting with industry leaders and getting a clear pulse on where the pet food market is headed, especially around innovation, efficiency and private label growth.
What are you hoping to accomplish at Petfood Forum?
Charlie: Building new relationships, strengthening existing partnerships, and identifying practical ideas and solutions we can apply immediately in pet food manufacturing.
Which exhibitors are you looking forward to visiting?
Charlie: Ingredient suppliers, processing and packaging equipment providers, and companies focused on food safety, automation, and manufacturing efficiency.
Which educational sessions are you looking forward to?
Charlie: Sessions focused on market trends, regulatory updates, manufacturing efficiency, and how technology and data are being used to improve pet food production.
Are you planning to do anything fun while you’re in Kansas City?
Charlie: Definitely hoping to check out Kansas City barbecue and explore a bit of the local food scene if time allows.
About Charlie:
Charlie Tian is the General Manager of Cambridge Treats, where he specializes in pet product ODM and OEM manufacturing. He works closely with retailers and brands to bring pet treats from concept through commercialization, ensuring a seamless path from development to market launch. Charlie focuses on scalable manufacturing solutions, cost optimization, and building long-term partnerships within the pet food industry.
Learn more about the other First For Forum Ambassadors