Join Mark Butera, VP of Merchandising, and Rachel Kreider, MPH, RD, Vice President of Product Innovation & Science at GNC, for an insightful fireside chat at the ECRM GLP1 Retail Wellness Symposium. This session will delve into best practices around merchandising strategies, groundbreaking science and innovation, and actionable insights on how brands can effectively engage with GNC to drive mutual success in the wellness category.
In this session, NIQ’s Yvonne Buisson will dive into the growing influence of GLP-1 medications and their ripple effects across the weight management, nutrition, and vitamin categories. Yvonne will explore how these medications are shaping consumer habits, shopper profiles, and marketing strategies, with a focus on labeling trends and the evolving landscape of health and wellness. Additionally, she will analyze how other categories in nutrition and vitamins are being impacted by the rise of GLP-1 and similar innovations. Join this session to gain valuable insights into the future of health and wellness products and how to adapt to these shifts in shopper behavior.
Join Walgreens healthcare merchant leaders for an in-depth panel discussion on the strategic priorities driving Walgreens’ consumer health and wellness initiatives. This session will explore Walgreens’ approach to engaging the GLP-1 consumer, optimizing partnerships with emerging brands, and advancing collaborative innovation with CPG and private label suppliers. Attendees will gain valuable insights into Walgreens; processes, needs, and requirements for successful supplier partnerships, as well as an outlook on future wellness trends shaping the consumer healthcare landscape. This is an essential conversation for suppliers and brands aiming to align with Walgreens' evolving vision for consumer wellness.
Join us for an insightful discussion with Jim Kirby, PharmD, BCPS, FAPhA, Chief Commercial Officer to gain valuable insights in a collaborative, interactive setting designed to spark fresh ideas and foster growth.
Join us for the Buyers' Choice Awards hosted by ECRM and Drug Store News! Suppliers will submit their product offering and participating buyers will cast their vote for their favorite product!
All attendees will have an hour to do a tasting and vote for their favorite items. Winners will be voted on in two categories, Best in Bars/Food and Best in Drinks.