The full retail supply chain will gather June 7-8 near Chicago at The Retail Conference from the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA). Besides taking advantage of ample networking opportunities, including a golf tournament, attendees will learn about and discuss topics affecting retail today.
Retailers are ready to:
- Meet face-to-face and connect on a personal level.
- Hear how suppliers and retailers adapt to current headwinds.
- Network in a relaxed environment, including the golf tournament.
- Connect with quality attendees.
- Gain new insights, supply options and products for their customers.
Left to right: Daniel Bell, Meghan Diaz
“This conference is a one-stop shop where retailers, suppliers and solutions providers can get together to connect, do business and learn,” said Joe Watson, IFPA’s vice president of retail, foodservice and wholesale. “Having a 1:5 buyer-supplier ratio makes this an event where business happens.”
“This event is going to be a great opportunity for me to engage with suppliers and talk about new and exciting product offerings. I hope to see a lot of suppliers this year – at the conference and on the golf course,” said Walmart’s Roland Harmon.
“As always with every in-person event, I’m looking to come away with new insights, information and hopefully some new suppliers and products for our customers,” said Daniel Bell of Grocery Outlet.
“I attended The Retail Conference in 2022 and want to share how engaging the event was,” said Mark Jewell of Hannaford Brothers. “It allowed me to talk to many different business partners face-to-face, to hear how other suppliers and retailers are adapting to the current headwinds and those we all will be facing in the future.”
Left to right: Brian Penfield, Vic Savanello
"The conference is a great way to connect with industry peers and enjoy the educational sessions offered. The golf outing is a great way to network in a relaxed environment,” said Tony Mitchell of Associated Wholesale Grocers.
"The conference has a more intimate setting, allowing for connection, networking and educational opportunities,” said Meghan Diaz of Sprouts Farmers Market. “I really enjoyed the golf outing as it gave me the opportunity to meet new vendors and discuss a multitude of topics with them, ultimately giving me a great understanding of their perspective of retail.”
“Last year when I attended the conference, I walked away energized and engaged! The conference allowed me to network with fellow retailers and suppliers on a more personal level,” said Brian Penfield of Sendik’s.
“Last year’s conference was a relaxed opportunity to meet with an incredible number of leaders in the produce retail industry, talk about business and share our experiences over these incredibly turbulent retail times,” said Vic Savanello of Spartan Nash.
Information about the conference schedule/registration is available here.
For more information:
Siobhan May
IFPA
Tel.: +1 (302) 781-5855
SMay@freshproduce.com
www.freshproduce.com