Food/QSR/Grocery

Sunday
January 14
10:30 am11:00 am
Javits North, Level 4, Rithum Stage

As both the world’s largest convenience retailer and the number one immediate-consumption retailer in the U.S. with over 13,000 stores, 7-Eleven is in a unique position to provide CPGs and other partners with a differentiated solution across the full marketing and innovation funnel. The company’s integrated suite of data-driven insights is led by Gulp Media—the first retail media network to serve the convenience store industry—bolstered by its C-Shopper analytics platform, Brainfreeze Collective proprietary research panel of 250,000 customers and forthcoming 7-Eleven Lab Stores.

Sunday
January 14
11:00 am11:30 am
Level 1, Special Events Hall, Amazon Pay Stage
Are retailers doing enough to protect their customers from foodborne illnesses and what are retailers doing to keep their food safe? The answers to these questions are key to ensuring not only the safety but the longevity of your business. In this session, using FDA food safety ratings and first-hand customer experiences, Logile will discuss how Thermal Intelligence™ will close the gaps in how retailers protect their customers from foodborne illnesses.
Sunday
January 14
11:20 am11:50 am
Javits North, Level 4, Firework Stage

Retailers are entering a new phase of technological innovation — with artificial intelligence and machine learning at its core. AI has emerged as the most effective way for retailers to turn data into value. In this session learn how Walmart is using AI to drive growth and competitive advantage across the business.

Sunday
January 14
12:00 pm12:30 pm
Level 1, Special Events Hall, Amazon Pay Stage
Today’s customers and employees are tech-savvy, connected, and expecting innovation at every turn. For restaurants, investing in digital enhancements – from the counter, to the kitchen, to the bathroom – is critical to delivering on both consumer and employee expectations. And, at the center all this innovation in service of next-gen experiences is a technology backbone and integrated approach to IoT, networking, and wi-fi that can predict and preempt any end-user needs.
Sunday
January 14
12:10 pm12:40 pm
Javits North, Level 4, Firework Stage

Having responded with innovation and agility to the headwinds of the last three years, how will North American grocers deal with the continued fallout, now exacerbated by inflation and geopolitical uncertainty? Will the current dynamics that have seen a squeeze on growth capital, a surge in private label, higher slotting fees, and stagnant labor growth, have a long-term impact. And how will grocers respond?

Sunday
January 14
2:00 pm2:30 pm
Javits North, Level 5, SAP Theatre
In a dynamic retail environment marked by ongoing change, retail and consumer brand companies need to focus their efforts on relentlessly satisfying the fast-evolving preferences of their customers. In this panel discussion, BJ’s Wholesale CEO, Bob Eddy, and Mars Wrigley North America President, Anton Vincent, will discuss how they are adapting to changing consumer demand with a strong focus on delivering value. Understand the pivotal role of consumer insights, the consumer experience, and fortifying robust consumer brands for top-line growth.
Sunday
January 14
3:00 pm3:30 pm
Javits North, Level 5, SAP Theatre
The focus on sustainable business practices has become an imperative now more than ever. But what are the implications retail businesses must be aware of as they continue to venture into the sustainability space? How have Frito-Lay and Quaker focused on consumer preferences while keeping a pulse on ESG? Join Michael Jeschke, Deloitte Consulting's Retail & Consumer Products leader, and Steven Williams, CEO of PepsiCo Foods North America, for a candid discussion on some of the steps needed to make positive change for people and the planet.
Sunday
January 14
3:00 pm3:30 pm
Level 1, Special Events Hall, Amazon Pay Stage
Join Steve Teller, Vice President of Digital Strategy from Five Guys, and David Helms, Chief Technology Officer from Flybuy, as they explore innovative technology solutions that improve the customer experience, enhance operational efficiency, and drive down food waste. Now, more than ever, honing in on the right tech stack is key to reducing friction and increasing convenience for customers, while boosting the bottom line.
Monday
January 15
11:00 am11:30 am
Level 1, Special Events Hall, Amazon Pay Stage
Join Invafresh in an engaging discussion that explores how grocery retailers are leveraging automation to optimize their operations, resulting in increased revenue, reduced food waste, and a remarkable shopping experience that has customers exclaiming “WTF!” Wow, That’s Fresh!
Monday
January 15
1:00 pm1:30 pm
Level 1, Special Events Hall, Amazon Pay Stage
Fresh merchandising, operations, and supply chain are all interrelated and dependent on one another to effectively accomplish the job to be done – maximize profits by getting high-quality fresh food into customers' baskets as quickly as possible at the lowest cost to the business. Achieving excellence in fresh requires a purpose-built fresh solution that breaks down silos and drives optimal decision-making both within and across fresh business functions.