United Fresh’s new Partner X-Change matchmaking program at the 2019 Convention & Expo has sold out. On Monday, June 10, twenty retailers/foodservice companies will match with 20 suppliers for one-on-one meetings to kick off this year’s event.
“We’re excited to see such a strong turnout from retail and foodservice buyers,” said Greg Corrigan, Senior Director of Produce and Floral, Raley's Family of Fine Stores, and Chairman of United Fresh’s Board of Directors. “And our suppliers have recognized the great opportunity to make one-on-one connections at the convention too.”
Following the meetings, retail and foodservice guests will then participating in Monday night’s Opening Party on Navy Pier as well as the expo on Tuesday and Wednesday. The following companies are participating buyers in the Partner X-Change: Albertsons Companies; Associated Wholesale Grocers; Baldor Specialty Foods; Big Y; Costco; Danaco Solutions; FreshDirect; FreshPoint; Giant Eagle Markets; Hy-Vee; McDonalds; Meijer; Publix; Raley's Family of Fine Stores; Sam's Club; Target Corporation; The Fresh Market; Tops Friendly Market; US Foods; Walmart Stores Inc.
“With this strong commitment so early in the process, we’re going to work to add a few more opportunities to the Partner X-Change,” said United Fresh’s Vice President of Convention & Industry Collaboration, John Toner. “We’ve started a waiting list for companies interested in participating.”
“The Partner X-Change is one of many new events added to this year’s programming in order to create an enhanced business experience for the fresh produce industry,” said Corrigan. “From education on trends and innovations shaping the future, to new networking events bringing potential business partners together, to opportunities to connect with colleagues who share mutual interests, United Fresh 2019 will offer unprecedented value to our industry,” he said.
For more information:
John Toner
United Fresh Produce Association
Tel: +1 (202) 303-3424
jtoner@unitedfresh.org
www.unitedfresh.org