The Southeast Produce Council (SEPC) Announces Southern Exposure 2026 Keynote Speakers
October 21, 2025 | 3 min to read
Southeast Produce Council unveils the speaker lineup for Southern Exposure 2026, centered on incoming Board Chair Sloan Lott’s theme From Fields to Families: Nourishing Our Nation. John Maxwell will deliver the keynote on leadership, Molly Yeh will speak at the Southern Roots Women’s Luncheon about food and community, and Stephen Mansfield will lead the Good Seeds MENtor session on values-driven leadership, celebrating growers’ role in feeding families.
Millen, GA — The Southeast Produce Council (SEPC) is excited to unveil an inspiring 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 our 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.
Keynote Speaker: John Maxwell
World-Renowned Leadership Author, Speaker, and Coach
A globally respected leadership expert, John Maxwell 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, Molly Yeh will share her passion for food, culture, and bringing people together.
Good Seeds MENtor Program Speaker: Stephen Mansfield
New York Times Bestselling Author, Global Speaker, and Coach
A champion of strong, values-driven leadership, Stephen 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 vital role our growers and farmers play in feeding families across the country. From the hands that harvest to the hearts at the dinner table, Southern Exposure brings our industry together to celebrate that shared mission — and we’re proud to welcome speakers who inspire and uplift that journey.”
Join industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers for a one-of-a-kind experience at Southern Exposure 2026.
About Southeast Produce Council
The Southeast Produce Council (SEPC) sprouted in 1999 when a shared vision for cultivating a nonprofit Southeastern-based produce organization was planted. From the first formal meeting of the SEPC where 100 agriculture, retail, and foodservice professionals gathered, we’ve flourished into a vibrant and innovative organization of over 5,000 industry professionals who reap the benefits of harvesting quality experiences guaranteed to increase the value of their membership. As with farmland, a well-cultivated industry can last for generations, and today, we continue to grow at a steady pace thanks to a broad range of backgrounds and expertise from people like you, creating a more bountiful tomorrow.
Learn the benefits of SEPC membership at www.seproducecouncil.com.