What is NEXUS

NEXUS exists to address the defining challenge of our time: how to build a dairy sector capable of thriving in a world shaped by volatility, environmental pressure, technological disruption, and shifting consumer expectation.


The programme offers a structured ecosystem for professional growth - where leaders build capability, strengthen networks, and gain frameworks that support innovation, resilience, and long-term strategic clarity.

Through events, intelligence, and a new collaborative leadership framework, Dairy Connect brings the industry together.

Uniting experience with fresh thinking to strengthen the resilience and competitiveness of the UK, Irish and International dairy economies.

Sustainability



Sustainability is now a strategic differentiator. The pillar focuses on regulatory alignment, emissions reduction, resource efficiency, and regenerative potential.

Innovation



From process optimisation to R&D acceleration, this pillar helps leaders understand and adopt technologies that deliver competitive advantage.



Collaboration



Working across the value chain is no longer optional. NEXUS creates structured environments for cross-sector dialogue and shared capability development.



Systems Thinking

Leaders require tools to navigate complexity. This pillar builds the strategic frameworks needed to understand interconnected risks and opportunities.




Why Join?

Members access a programme crafted to elevate leadership across the sector. Benefits include:


  • Monthly expert-led masterclasses
  • Peer learning groups across Ireland and the UK
  • Practical toolkits and frameworks
  • Private-access Nexus Notes within Dairy Mail
  • Invitations to the annual Nexus Gathering
  • Prioritised access to Dairy Connect events


Membership is curated to ensure diversity of perspective across production, processing, innovation, retail, foodservice, and academia.

MEMBERSHIP TO DAIRY CONNECT NEXUS WILL OPEN EARLY 2026