Next month, produce buyers and suppliers will gain personal relationships and the latest consumer insights at The Retail Conference, May 1-2 in Phoenix, Arizona. The event also features table-top exhibits and a golf tournament.
Hosted by the International Fresh Produce Association, the annual retail event features information, speakers, and networking that unites retailers with the full supply chain. Last year's event sold out.
The annual retail event features information, speakers, and networking that unites retailers with the full supply chain.
Dozens of buyers from retail banners in attendance include Costco Wholesale, Hannaford, Spartan Nash, Sam's Club, Dollar General, Jewel Osco, Longo's, Grocery Outlet, and more.
"IFPA's Retail Conference is the best event for strategic relationship building and relaxed networking in an intimate setting," said Davis Mochizuki of Albertsons. "We've made invaluable strategic connections at this event over the years."
"We gain key business connections and profound consumer insights each year that we attend the Retail Conference," said Mike Roberts of Harps Food Stores. "I highly encourage fellow buyers, suppliers, and the rest of the supply chain to register for the event before it sells out again."
"Golf, networking, and practical ideas to take home and implement—IFPA's Retail Conference has got it all," said Bill Pollard of Dollar General. "You don't want to miss out on this event—these are two of the most impactful days of the year for our business."
Left to right: Davis Mochizuki, Mike Roberts, Bill Pollard
"You can't make the best decisions without the latest information, and you can't strengthen sales without the right connections," said IFPA vice president Joe Watson. "That's why The Retail Conference exists – to bring the right intel to our industry as well as the best buyer-seller networking. We also have some fun at the golf tournament."
Networking events include:
- Golf tournament
- Welcome Reception and Golf Awards
- Breakfast and Lunch sessions
- Designated networking breaks
Sessions include the latest on:
- New organics rules
- Artificial intelligence
- The evolution of supplier relationships in today's marketplace
- IFPA's global perspective and the state of retail in 2024
- Measuring produce sales by Congressional district
"This is an intimate event where buyers and sellers can easily connect and do business," Watson said. "FOMO alert: The conference and the golf tournament do sell out, so I encourage anyone who wants to be a part of this conference to register right away."
Click here to register.
For more information:
Siobhan May
IFPA
Tel.: +1 (302) 781-5855
SMay@freshproduce.com
www.freshproduce.com