Education & EPPS Programs
Monday, April 7, 2025
Store Tours
150 minutes

Join us to tour local Chicago stores during your trip out to the session! Explore local and regional retail gems during this self-guided experience, with transportation provided to the following stores:

Mariano's

Jewel- Osco

Butera Market

Tours are for buyers only and spaces are limited! To secure your spot, please fill out the RSVP.

Private Label Leadership Summit: Walgreens
30 minutes

Hear from Adam Swallow, VP, Global Sourcing at Walgreens.

Adam Swallow, VP, Global Sourcing
Walgreens
Private Label Leadership Summit: Whole Foods Market
30 minutes

Hear from Tom Hermes, VP, Sourcing & Product Development, at Whole Foods Market. 

Tom Hermes, VP, Sourcing & Product Development
Whole Foods Market
Private Label Leadership Summit: Sprouts
30 minutes

Hear from Jac Ross, VP - Own Brand, Sprouts.

Jac Ross, VP - Own Brand
Sprouts
Private Label Leadership Summit: Walmart
30 minutes

Hear from Walmart's Drew Sadler, Vice President – Sourcing, Food Pantry.

Drew Sadler, Vice President – Sourcing, Food Pantry
Walmart
Private Label Leadership Summit: NielsenIQ
30 minutes

Join NIQ for an exciting deep dive into the private label industry! We'll spotlight the latest trends, standout brands, and the innovative strategies retailers are using to thrive in both the food & beverage and health & beauty care sectors. Don't miss out on valuable insights to keep you ahead in the competitive private label market.

Patrick Dougherty, Director of SMB Acquisition
NielsenIQ