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9:00 AM
  1. Summit 212-215
    75 mins
    Roundtable discussions at the NGA Show will provide retailers a valuable platform to connect with peers and industry experts in focused, small-group settings. Each roundtable will dive into topics spe ...
4:30 PM
  1. 90 mins
    • Innovation
    • Leadership Development
    Admiral William H. McRaven is a retired U.S. Navy Four-Star admiral and the former Chancellor of the University of Texas System. During his time in the military, he commanded special operations forces ...
7:00 AM
  1. Academy 407-414, 420,421
    45 mins
    • Innovation
    • Store Design
    • Marketing
    • Merchandising
    Gain insight into the inspirations and bold moves fueling transformation in the grocery industry as leaders embrace innovation to elevate the customer experience. This session will explore cutting-edg ...
7:30 AM
  1. Academy 407-414, 420,421
    90 mins
    • Advertising
    • CRM
    • Loyalty Marketing
    • Promotions
    • Promotions & Events
    • Marketing
    Join us for an insightful session where we delve into the standout entries from the 2024 Creative Choice Award winners! This session, brought to you by Kellanova and Unilever, is designed to explore a ...
8:00 AM
  1. Forum 123-125
    45 mins
    • Inventory Management
    • Shrink
    • Operations
    Examine the role of operational excellence ole in reducing shrink within grocery retail environments. By optimizing processes, improving staff training, and ensuring tighter inventory control, retaile ...
  2. Forum 120-122
    45 mins
    • Associate development
    • Recruitment
    • Retention
    This session addresses the growing impact of the gig economy on the grocery industry and how businesses can adapt their recruitment strategies to attract and retain store associates. As more workers s ...
  3. Forum 118-119
    45 mins
    • Community relations
    • Local
    • Merchandising
    • Operations
    Creative strategies for small rural grocery stores can significantly enhance customer attraction and sales. Insights shared will be applicable to smaller urban stores competing against larger retailer ...
  4. Summit 212-215
    45 mins
    • CRM
    • Loyalty Marketing
    • Omnichannel marketing
    Learn more about the opportunities provided by retail media networks in the grocery industry and how they are transforming the revenue landscape. As digital platforms and e-commerce continue to evolve ...
  5. Summit 209-211
    45 mins
    • Community relations
    • Local
    • Buying
  6. Summit 217-220
    45 mins
    • AI
    Hear how grocers are leveraging AI to gain fast, efficient insights into sales, profits, inventory, customer behavior, and emerging opportunities. By utilizing AI, decision-makers can ask a limitless ...
  7. Forum 114-117
    45 mins
    • AI
    • Price Optimization
    Explore how retailers can leverage AI-driven solutions to optimize pricing strategies in real time. With fluctuating costs, changing consumer demand, and increased competition, maintaining the right p ...
  8. Forum 120-122
    45 mins
    • Associate development
    • Retention
    • Leadership Development
    This session addresses the growing impact of the gig economy on the grocery retail sector and how businesses can adapt their recruitment strategies to attract and retain store associates. As more work ...
  9. Summit 212-215
    45 mins
    • Omnichannel marketing
    • Retail Media Networks
    Learn more about the opportunities provided by retail media networks in the grocery industry and how they are transforming the revenue landscape. As digital platforms and e-commerce continue to evolve ...
9:00 AM
  1. Forum 120-122
    45 mins
    • Associate development
    • Recruitment
    • Retention
    • Leadership Development
    • Training
    Attracting and retaining top talent is critical for success in the competitive grocery industry. This session will highlight effective strategies for fostering employee engagement, creating a positive ...
  2. Summit 212-215
    45 mins
    • Omnichannel marketing
    • Collaboration
    • Retail Media Networks
    Retail media networks are transforming how brands connect with consumers, offering new revenue streams and enhancing customer engagement. In this session, industry experts will share strategies for bu ...
  3. Summit 217-220
    45 mins
    • Omnichannel marketing
    Dive into the grocery industry's transition from traditional print marketing to dynamic digital strategies, highlighting the opportunities and challenges involved. As consumers increasingly engage wit ...
  4. Summit 209-211
    45 mins
    • Deli
    • Fresh
    • Prepared Foods
    In the competitive world of meals to go, smart merchandising and pricing strategies are key to driving sales and minimizing waste. This session highlights innovative tactics for promoting prepared foo ...
  5. Forum 114-117
    45 mins
    • Assortment
    • Category Management
    A well-optimized assortment strategy is critical. This panel will explore how assortment data can empower grocery retailers to refine their assortments, drive growth, and better serve their customers. ...
  6. Forum 123-125
    45 mins
    • Shrink
    • Operations
    • Technology
    • Benchmarks
    In a rapidly evolving marketplace, independent grocers face unique challenges in maintaining their market share. This session will explore key operational strategies, such as reducing shrink, enhancin ...
1:30 PM
  1. Discovery Theater (Summit Ballroom)
    30 mins
    • Compliance
    The grocery industry is facing a rapidly changing regulatory environment, especially when it comes to labor issues. This session will provide critical updates on evolving labor laws, including wage an ...
4:00 PM
  1. Discovery Theater (Summit Ballroom)
    90 mins
    Invitation-only presentation of Exceptional Independents Awards.  Winners qualifications based on an independent or regional grocer’s investment in their stores or companies, commitment to supporting ...
2:00 PM
  1. Summit 209-211
    105 mins
    • FSMA
    • Traceability
    • Operations
    • Compliance
    With deadlines for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (U.S. FDA) Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Rule 204 fast approaching, you might have started identifying some possible next steps to prepa ...
  2. Forum 120-122
    45 mins
    • Associate development
    • Recruitment
    • Retention
    • Leadership Development
    • Training
    In an evolving market, succession planning and leadership development are vital for the independent grocery sector's sustainability. This session will focus on strategies for identifying and cultivati ...
  3. Forum 123-125
    45 mins
    • Omnichannel marketing
    In today's fast-paced digital landscape, effectively managing ad spend is critical to achieving maximum ROI. This session will explore strategies for optimizing digital ad campaigns, targeting the rig ...
3:00 PM
  1. Forum 123-125
    45 mins
    • CRM
    • Loyalty Marketing
    • AI
    Discover how AI can revolutionize personalized marketing. As consumers increasingly expect tailored experiences, leveraging AI allows retailers to analyze shopper data and deliver targeted offers, pro ...
  2. Forum 120-122
    45 mins
    • Private Brands
    • Buying
    • Assortment
    • Category Management
    Private brands have become a key driver of differentiation and growth for independents. As consumers seek value and unique offerings, well-crafted private labels can enhance customer loyalty and set r ...
  3. Forum 123-125
    45 mins
    • Sustainability
    • Shrink
    • Operations
    Join industry experts to review USDA REAP (Rural Energy for America Program) and how it can benefit independent grocers. Numerous projects have been implemented to improve energy efficiency, reduce fo ...
4:00 PM
  1. Academy 407-414, 420,421
    60 mins
    • Associate development
    • Innovation
    • Leadership Development
    Join a rare conversation with legendary leaders of the grocery industry as they share their perspectives on what it takes to drive lasting success in an evolving market. This session will explore how ...

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