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Consumer behavior and market dynamics in grocery are rapidly evolving, which makes it tough for independent grocers to keep up with where the industry is headed. Enter Groceryshop, an event that addresses the grocery industry's hottest trends and features speakers who deliver actionable advice on how organizations of all sizes can adopt new technologies, build healthier businesses, pursue growth, and prepare for grocery’s future.
Held October 7-9, 2024 in Las Vegas, Groceryshop will host 5000 senior leaders from around the world for three days of networking, learning, and insights. This year’s conference will feature over 165 speakers across more than 50 sessions.
Rocquan Lucas, Groceryshop VP of content, has emphasized the importance of independent grocers to the event's success.
"Independent operators play a pivotal role in grocery," Lucas said. "As trusted institutions in your communities, you have built close relationships with your shoppers and have a strong understanding of your customers’ needs and wants."
Groceryshop's mission is to bring the entire grocery community together, and they are dedicated to getting IGA members to the show, offering an exclusive discount of 40% off with this code: RBIGAI920.
Want to know more about Groceryshop? We spoke to Lucas about the show and what's in it for independent grocers.
What will independent grocers find valuable at this event?
Rocquan Lucas (RL): We know that many retailers are feeling the weight of economic pressures and squeezed margins. With this in mind, Groceryshop will spotlight the technologies and strategies that help companies of all sizes deliver efficiencies and make significant improvements to their store operations. Through case studies from retailers and pitches from technology startups, Groceryshop will help independent grocers discover technology solutions that help mitigate out of stocks, optimize pricing and promotions, reduce retail theft, boost the productivity of store associates, and drive profitability.
Independent grocers will also hear strategies and tactics for pursuing new growth opportunities, such as scaling your online grocery business, building a retail media offering that's appealing to your CPG suppliers, integrating personalization into your loyalty programs, and fostering a culture of innovation and new ideas.
What will wholesalers of independent grocers find valuable at this event?
RL: By bringing the full grocery community together, Groceryshop provides the perfect opportunity for wholesalers to connect with both manufacturers and grocers. Our sessions dedicated to automating the supply chain and next-generation demand forecasting will help wholesalers uncover technologies and strategies that can help them streamline their operations and better serve their retailer customers.
Wholesalers and distributors such as Associated Wholesale Grocers, C&S Wholesale Grocers, SpartanNash and UNFI all attend Groceryshop for key takeaways from our content sessions and opportunities to network with others in the community.
What are you most looking forward to at this year’s event?
RL: I’m especially excited about our series of sessions addressing the role of artificial intelligence in grocery. We’ve designed the track to help grocers cut through the hype and identify AI applications that truly drive real impact. The track is packed with case studies from retailers and brands who walk the audience through their adoption of AI for store operations, marketing, inventory planning and more.
Groceryshop also sets itself apart from other events via Meetup, a networking program that allows attendees to connect in-person via pre-scheduled, one-on-one, 15-minute meetings. The meetings are double opt-in which means that both parties must express interest in connecting with one another. Grocers can use this program to meet with suppliers, technology partners, and even other retailers. It’s a fantastic way to make new connections and touch base with current partners.
Is there anything else you want to share with our independent grocer audience?
RL: We believe there’s incredible value in bringing together the entire grocery ecosystem. The sessions we produce onstage and the experiences we’re creating at Groceryshop cater to all players in the market, whether you belong to a national supermarket chain, a single-store operator or a pure-play online grocer. We recognize that the industry is undergoing a major transformation and Groceryshop is designed to help you make sense of it all. We want to provide you with new tools, ideas, and advice that you can take back to your businesses to deliver growth and create better experiences for your customers. I hope to see many of you in Vegas and that you get to experience first-hand the magic that takes place at Groceryshop.
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