Meet the Sponsors of Grocery Industry Week
GenNext Awards & Symposium
November 2, 2022
Bloomreach
Bloomreach enables retailers to create shopping journeys so personalized, they feel like magic. Its AI-driven site search and merchandising technology and powerful omnichannel marketing capabilities helps Albertsons, Carrefour, and Raley’s turn customers into loyal brand advocates. Learn more at bloomreach.com.
Grocery Leaders Executive Forum Speakers
November 3, 2022
Bloomreach
Bloomreach enables retailers to create shopping journeys so personalized, they feel like magic. Its AI-driven site search and merchandising technology and powerful omnichannel marketing capabilities helps Albertsons, Carrefour, and Raley’s turn customers into loyal brand advocates. Learn more at bloomreach.com.
Retailer of the Century
November 3, 2022
Crisp
Crisp connects and analyzes retail data across the supply chain, empowering brands, distributors and retailers with real-time, actionable insights to keep shelves stocked, reduce waste, and skyrocket profitability.
NPS Prism by Bain & Co.
Backed by Bain & Company, NPS Prism is a CX benchmarking platform that shows where you and your competitors are winning and why. Get clear answers to end debates and improve the customer journeys that matter most.
Top Women in Grocery Leadership Development Speakers
November 3-4, 2022
ADUSA Supply Chain
ADUSA Supply Chain is a family of companies that support one of the largest supply chains on the East Coast through a self-distribution model. Our infrastructure enables each unique brand to deliver an unparalleled experience to its customers, no matter how, when or where they choose to shop.
Allivet
Allivet is a leader in the PetRx space; our white label solutions offer seamless partnership options for retailers to launch PetRx websites and easily add incremental revenue. Allivet provides everything including front end website design and functionality, NABP accreditation, prescription verification, white glove customer service and direct to consumer fulfillment.
American Greetings
American Greetings helps people celebrate holidays, each other, and all of life’s special moments, in-person and online, guided by their mission to “make the world a more thoughtful and caring place every single day.” Their leading brands include American Greetings, Papyrus & Recycled Paper Greetings.
Anheuser-Busch
For more than 165 years, Anheuser-Busch has carried on a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. Today, we own and operate 23 breweries, 14 distributorships and 23 agricultural and packaging facilities, and have more than 19,000 colleagues across the United States.
Birdie & Louie
Birdie & Louie is a new pet food brand owned and operated by Worthy - the Family Owned Business behind many other items and categories on grocery shelves nationwide. Their unique approach to keeping the supply chain full and branding expertise make this product a sure winner.
Bloomreach
Bloomreach enables retailers to create shopping journeys so personalized, they feel like magic. Its AI-driven site search and merchandising technology and powerful omnichannel marketing capabilities helps Albertsons, Carrefour, and Raley’s turn customers into loyal brand advocates. Learn more at bloomreach.com.
BuzzBallz
BuzzBallz, LLC/Southern Champion is a woman-owned and family-operated distillery, winery, and brewery in the state of Texas, which was founded in 2009 as the result of Merrilee Kick’s master’s degree thesis project. The company maintains a fun brand message as they create high-quality, premixed cocktails, as well as small- batch spirits.
Cardenas
The Cardenas Markets' mission is to be the most admired and respected Hispanic grocery company in the country and the philosophy that customers are like family. Cardenas is committed to providing the most authentic offerings and freshest products that celebrate life, family and culture.
Cigar Box
Cigar Box is a core project from Santa Rita Estates, one of the largest South American wineries, exporting globally. We're a multi-origin brand, with a Pinot and a Cab from Chile, and a Malbec from Argentina. And of course, those shiny gold 90+ accolades for the 3 varieties.
Coca-Cola Company
The Coca-Cola Company is a total beverage company. Our company’s purpose is to refresh the world and make a difference. We sell multiple billion-dollar brands across several beverage categories worldwide. We’re constantly transforming our portfolio, from reducing sugar in our drinks to bringing innovative new products to market.
Crossmark
CROSSMARK provides headquarter sales and support services for manufacturer clients, covering more than 1,000 retailer buying points across the U.S. Our in-depth knowledge of retailers, major retail channels, and product categories enables us to create winning strategies for our clients.
FIFCO USA
FIFCO USA, headquartered in Rochester, New York is among the top 10 brewers in the United States. FIFCO USA’s portfolio includes Seagram’s Escapes, Labatt USA, Genesee Brewing, Magic Hat and Pyramid. FIFCO USA also brews beer and alcoholic beverages on behalf of other companies.
Always enjoy FIFCO USA beverages responsibly.
Always enjoy FIFCO USA beverages responsibly.
Finlays
Finlays is the leading independent B2B supplier of tea, coffee and botanical solutions to beverage brand owners worldwide. With deep roots across the globe and unparalleled experience and expertise, no-one is better placed to unleash the potential of natural beverages for brand owners, by bringing the best from bush to cup.
Our mission is to connect humanity through natural beverages. Combining tradition and innovation to create a healthier, happier and better world by bringing the best from bush to cup. Our vision is to grow profitably and sustainably by serving as the industry’s trusted leader in the supply of tea, coffee and botanical extracts to the world’s beverage brand owners.
Our mission is to connect humanity through natural beverages. Combining tradition and innovation to create a healthier, happier and better world by bringing the best from bush to cup. Our vision is to grow profitably and sustainably by serving as the industry’s trusted leader in the supply of tea, coffee and botanical extracts to the world’s beverage brand owners.
Food Lion
Food Lion is an omnichannel retailer committed to nourishing its neighbors during the moments that matter most. More than 82,000 associates across 1,100+ stores deliver an easy, fresh and affordable shopping experience throughout 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states.
Giant Food
Since opening its first location over 85 years ago in Washington, D.C. in 1936, Giant has been an integral part of the communities and customers it serves. Giant is headquartered in Landover, Md. and operates 164 supermarkets in Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and the District of Columbia with approximately 20,000 associates.
Hershey
The Hershey Company headquartered in Hershey, Pa., is an industry-leading snacks company known for bringing goodness to the world through its iconic brands, remarkable people and enduring commitment to help children succeed. The company has over 80 brands around the world that drive over $8 billion in annual revenues.
InComm Payments
InComm Payments is an innovative global payments technology provider. Leveraging dynamic technology and proven expertise, InComm Payments delivers end-to-end payment platforms and emerging financial technology solutions through a single integration, helping businesses grow across a range of industries including retail, healthcare, tolling & transit, incentives, mobile payments and financial services
JBSSA
JBS Imports accesses the finest meat products from JBS Australia and other reputable suppliers of beef lamb, mutton, goat and veal meat for customers across America. Backed by the world's largest food company; JBS foods, JBS Imports shares the benefits of corporate strength, global reach, and technological innovation.
J Recruiting Services
Our team strives for both clients and candidates to develop the mindset of expecting more from external recruiters. We are passionate about retail and driven to connect retail organizations to their next great leaders. We pride ourselves on working proactively by nurturing relationships and developing new connections with potential retail leaders before you ever need them. We take the time to truly understand your business in order to be effective in our work. We are partners, not just your average recruiters.
Kellogg Company
At Kellogg Company, our vision is a good and just world where people are not just fed but fulfilled. We're creating better days and a place at the table for everyone through our trusted food brands. We're addressing the issues of wellbeing, climate and food security, with our ESG strategy.
LaCroix
LaCroix® Sparkling Water (pronounced La - Croy) is developed to give health-conscious consumers refreshment, flavor, and sparkle with an innocent twist of zero calories, zero sweeteners and zero sodium. LaCroix's 31 flavors are gluten free, vegetarian, Kosher and non-GMO Project Verified, Whole 30 approved & environmentally friendly.
LAFAZA
LAFAZA is built on a simple, direct-trade model that supports smallholder farmers who practice sustainable agroforestry in Madagascar. Simply put, we help get their premium spices and high-quality vanilla to appreciative consumers all over the world. You can learn more about the LAFAZA difference at LAFAZA.com.
Meijer
Meijer is a Grand Rapids, Michigan based retailer that operates 262 supercenters and grocery stores throughout the Midwest. A privately-owned and family-operated company since 1934, Meijer pioneered the “one-stop shopping” concept and has evolved through the years to include expanded fresh departments, as well as pharmacies, garden centers, and apparel, pet, toys, electronics, home departments and more.
Milo's
Milo’s was founded in 1946 when Milo Carlton returned home from serving in WWII. He guided the business with a simple philosophy: use high-quality, natural ingredients, listen to customers, and never sacrifice taste. Milo’s Tea Company remains family-owned and is one of the fastest growing beverage companies in America.
Molson Coors
For over two centuries, Molson Coors has been brewing beverages that unite people for all of life’s moments. From Coors Light, Miller Lite, Molson Canadian, Carling, and Staropramen to Coors Banquet, Blue Moon Belgian White, Blue Moon LightSky, Vizzy, Leinenkugel’s Summer Shandy, Creemore Springs, Hop Valley and more, Molson Coors produces many beloved and iconic beer brands. While the company’s history is rooted in beer, Molson Coors offers a modern portfolio that expands beyond the beer aisle as well.
MOWI
Mowi ASA is one of the largest seafood companies in the world, and the world’s largest producer of Atlantic salmon.
As the company has grown, both organically and as a result of mergers and acquisitions, Mowi has maintained its leading position at the forefront of the aquaculture industry.
As the company has grown, both organically and as a result of mergers and acquisitions, Mowi has maintained its leading position at the forefront of the aquaculture industry.
PackIt
PackIt was established more than a decade ago with a singular mission: keep food safe and eliminate waste. The company’s breakthrough innovations in lunch bag cooling technology have rapidly expanded into every viable consumer lifestyle segment. PackIt is the smartest and simplest way to keep food and drinks cool anywhere.
PepsiCo
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.
Plus Brand Industries - Agua Plus
Creators of Agua Plus pH9+ Alkaline Water, the world’s only bottled water to feature the patented All-Scratch!TM Technology. Simply scratch your name, initials or a picture directly onto the label to
identify your bottle and avoid confusion. Eliminate confusion, reduce waste, stay healthy. #ThePlusYouNeed
identify your bottle and avoid confusion. Eliminate confusion, reduce waste, stay healthy. #ThePlusYouNeed
Procter & Gamble
P&G serves consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ambi Pur®, Ariel®, Bounty®, Charmin®, Crest®, Dawn®, Downy®, Fairy®, Febreze®, Gain®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Lenor®, Olay®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, SK-II®, Tide®, Vicks®, and Whisper®. The P&G community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide. Please visit https://www.pg.com for the latest news and information about P&G and its brands. For other P&G news, visit us at https://www.pg.com/news.
PuraVida Foods
PuraVida Foods is revolutionizing food by thinking about the way it’s made, and the impact it has on our bodies. Our mission is to create wholesome food that’s nutritious and delicious. We formulate products with ingredients you can pronounce, packed with nutrients that help power you through the day.
Salesforce
Salesforce delivers the fastest path to digital transformation for Retail and Consumer Goods companies, bringing brands, retailers, and consumers together. As the world’s #1 B2B & B2C CRM platform, with industry specific innovation, you can unify marketing, e-commerce, service, and sales with AI-powered recommendations on one platform.
Shipt
Shipt is a same-day delivery company that drives growth for retailers and brands by helping them meet customers where they are. We connect retailers with customers for their favorite products in grocery, beauty, home goods, wellness, apparel, and more.
Skinny Butcher LLC
Skinny Butcher is disrupting plant-based protein with a line of plant-powered meat analogs that are virtually indistinguishable from conventional meat in both flavor and texture. His Crazy Crispy Chick’n Breasts, Patties, Tenders, Nuggets and Sliders add that delicious extra dimension to the experience via a craveable crunch that’s supremely satisfying.
St Pierre
Breakfast Bread Sponsor
From small beginnings to America’s favorite brioche brand, our story is one of passion, determination and entrepreneurial spirit. Our journey started in 2012 and since then, we have grown exponentially, becoming a national brand and bringing a taste of Paris to homes across America.
From small beginnings to America’s favorite brioche brand, our story is one of passion, determination and entrepreneurial spirit. Our journey started in 2012 and since then, we have grown exponentially, becoming a national brand and bringing a taste of Paris to homes across America.
The Simply Good Foods Company
At Simply Good Foods, our vision is to lead the nutritional snacking movement with trusted brands that offer a variety of convenient, innovative, great-tasting, better-for-you snacks and meal replacements. Our mission is to empower healthy lives through smart and satisfying nutrition.
Topco Associates
Topco Associates has 45 member-owners who collectively represent more than $190 billion in retail sales and thousands of stores nationwide. The membership includes supermarket retailers, wholesale distributors, foodservice and pharmacy companies.
Tyson
Tyson Fresh Meats is the world's leading supplier of fresh beef and pork products. With decades of industry experience and an eye toward innovation, we help our retail customers meet the ever-changing demands of today and tomorrow. We’ve earned the trust of an industry as the Beef & Pork ExpertsTM.
Upside
Upside is a retail technology that puts retailers in front of thousands of customers they've never seen, and serves those customers compelling, margin-bound incentives that change their buying behavior. Without any IT work, retailers offset rising costs and maximize net profit with new customers and larger basket sizes.
USA Bouquet Company
The USA Bouquet Company is a leading distributor and supplier of superior fresh cut flowers, bouquets, and floral arrangements for multiple retailers and floral e-tailers in the USA. We are recognized as the gold standard in perishable distribution and logistics within the industry. We have 7 locations throughout the US.
WiseChoice Foods, WisePies Pizza
Started in 2017, WiseChoice Foods LLC launched the revolutionary frozen pizza line, WisePies Pizza – A Smarter Way to Pizza, as a crossover between the natural foods and traditional premium pizza categories that carries a clean label, all-natural promise and is known for their Hatch green chile products.
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