Events

February 25, 2019

Remarkable Independents

San Diego Convention Center

This ceremony shines a light on key independent retailers meticulously selected by the WGB editorial team. The independent awards recognizes excellence in four distinct categories and places sponsors hand-in-hand with winners and nominees.

For more information, contact groceryevents@winsightmedia.com

April 9-11, 2019

CBD & the Future of Cannabis

The Curtis Hotel, Denver

During this three-day event, attendees will learn about legislation surrounding marijuana and CBD, discuss the types of products available, take a tour of a local dispensary and farm, and address what to expect from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and how CBD will affect food, tobacco and alcohol sales.

For more information, contact groceryevents@winsightmedia.com

May 20-22, 2019

Retail Dietitian Exchange

McCormick Convention Hall, Chicago

Bringing you exclusive content from the Retail Dietitian Business Alliance and Winsight Grocery Business, the Retail Dietitian Exchange is an experiential and educational event not to be missed. Held during the the NCA's Sweets & Snacks Expo, this exchange brings the retail dietitian community together to advance career paths and educate on the latest industry developments.

For more information, visit the RDE registration site.

June 2, 2019

Champions of Change - IDDBA

Orange County Convention Center, Orlando

WGB’s annual awards recognition program honoring innovators in the bakery, dairy and deli industries. Held during the IDDBA show, Champions of Change recognizes emerging and established leaders in the retail food industry from the retailer/wholesaler and supplier/vendor communities. Winners are selected from three categories: Store Department Directors/Managers, Emerging Champions and Legendary Champions.

For nominations, visit the Champions of Change nominations portal.

September 25-27, 2019

Retail Foodservice Summit

Marriott O’Hare, Chicago

Focused on the foodservice and food-to-go needs of grocery retailers in the U.S., the Retail Foodservice Summit offers the latest research to key industry thought leaders. Topics range from shaping a successful grocerant experience to managing and understanding the complexities of sourcing, training and menu development. The Retail Foodservice Summit will also feature live cooking demonstrations, breakout sessions, innovative new research from Technomic and much more.

For more information, visit the RFS registration site.

October 3-7, 2019

Champions of Change - GMDC

J.W. Marriott, Indianapolis

WGB’s annual awards recognition program honoring unique individuals in the health, beauty and wellness industries. Held during the opening night of the GMDC Selfcare Summit, Champions of Change honors transformative emerging and established leaders in the general merchandise industry from the retailer/wholesaler and supplier/vendor communities.

For more information, contact groceryevents@winsightmedia.com