CHOCOLATE MAKERS

UNCONFERENCE 2023

The most talked about, engaging, and inspired gathering for Artisan Chocolate Makers is happening on Oct. 5-6, 2023.

Are you coming?

Presenting the 9th Annual Chocolate UnConference.

One of the most unique and groundbreaking business development conferences in the world today. It's also two-days filled with a lot of fun.

This gathering, rooted in all things chocolate and cacao, is designed for the chocolate professional. Bring questions, share experience, collaborate with colleagues - network with new friends and grow your vision.

Celebrate + Educate + Connect

THE OFFICIAL 2023

CHOCOLATE MAKERS UNCONFERENCE

OCTOBER 5th - 6th

Bellevue, Washington, USA

2023 UnConference Session Themes

Innovation
Technology
Marketing & Sales
Quality
Challenges
Group: Open Space

Thursday, October 5th

8:00 AM Registration Check-In Open

Networking and Open Time 8-9am

9:00AM Welcome Remarks

9:30AM Session 1, 2, 3

11:30AM Chocolate Taste Session A

12:00PM Lunch Break (not provided)

2:00PM Session 4, 5, 6

4:00PM Closing Remarks for Day One

4:30 EOD

Friday, October 6th

8:00 AM Registration Check-In Open

Networking and Open Time 8-9am

9:00AM Welcome Remarks

9:30AM Session 7, 8, 9

11:30AM Chocolate Taste Session B

12:00PM Lunch Break (not provided)

2:00PM Session 10, 11, 12

4:00PM Closing Remarks for Day Two

4:30PM Happy Hour w/snacks and drinks provided

6:00PM Award Ceremony 2023 Best of Show Chocolate Bars & Confections

7:00PM EOD

Saturday & Sunday, October 7-8

9:00AM-5:00PM Saturday and Sunday. The Northwest Chocolate Festival celebrates a global showcase of artisan chocolate. Full festival weekend access is included in your UnConference Pass.

Official After Party of the NW Chocolate Festival hosted by the Fine Chocolate Industry Association. Open to exhibitors, UnConference attendees, and FCIA Members.

Saturday 5:30PM - 8:30PM, Official Industry After Party, w/Small Bites and Drinks, Live Music, and Special Announcements.

Let's network

Welcome to the hub of the craft chocolate industry.

The Chocolate Makers UnConference 2023

Get a Single Day Pass or a Two Day Pass, attend the Women in Chocolate events and the Saturday night Party!

Come for the UnConference and stay for the festival! The full conference pass includes the Northwest Chocolate Festival and hotel discount available to all attendees.

Tickets On Sale Now

WOMEN IN CHOCOLATE.

WIC events are designed to gather women leaders from across the chocolate industry. We use the time to share ideas, empower through experience, build strategy, and change the world.

2023 Programs include:

Coffee Networking Session

UnConference Session: WIC

Wine Happy Hour Session

CELEBRATE - CONNECT - EMPOWER.

Women in Chocolate events are the place to connect, create, and network in the artisan chocolate sector. These gatherings are open to all women who are working professionals in the chocolate industry.

Join this conversation on leadership, empowerment, diversity, and action.

Registration Required for these sessions. Space is limited.

Schedule for 2023:

Morning Coffee Break @ 8:00AM, Friday, Oct. 6

Evening Wine Happy Hour @ 4:00PM, Friday, Oct. 6

Click Here to Register For the WIC Events

RESERVE YOUR PASS

Choose from TWO options for UnConference tickets. From a single day attendance, to a two day full access pass that includes the world famous Northwest Chocolate Festival. Join the industry to build alliances and resilliant business networks.

TWO DAY PASS

$475

Early Bird Price in Effect Until Sept. 25th (Save $50) Full Price $525.00

Attend the UnConference on BOTH DAYS for the keynote panels, tasting, and design sessions.
Get Early Entry to NW Chocolate Festival on Saturday and Sunday.
Includes all activities and the evening social event.
Full Access to network and grow your business.
Valid for Thursday and Friday, all day.

ONE DAY PASS

$285

Early Bird Price in Effect Until Sept. 25th (Save $40) Full Price $325.00

Attend the UnConference on one day for the keynote panels, tasting, and design sessions.
Includes all daytime activities and the evening social event (party!).
Full Access on One Day to network and grow your business.
Valid for Thursday or Friday, you choose.

Group Passes

The system does not allow for multiple passes to be purchased at the same time. If you would like to purchase passes for a colleague or team please email us directly and we will group all the passes for your organization in a single digital invoice for ease of registration. Email: [email protected]

The Chocolate Makers UnConference is a professional conference for members of the artisan chocolate industry.

If you are a consumer with interest in chocolate we invite you to attend the Northwest Chocolate Festival and dive into the robust education program hosted by the festival. At the NW Chocolate Festival there will be workshops, tastings, demos, classes and every workshop will allow the opportunity to ask questions, learn about cacao and chocolate and develop your skillset as a chocolate lover. Visit www.nwchocolate.com for more info