NEW YORK (September 17, 2024) - Dave Rinaldo, president at ALDI, the expansion-minded efficient grocer that is an exemplar of store brand marketing, will deliver the keynote at PLMA's 2024 Private Label Trade Show.
Rinaldo will speak at the Monday Keynote Breakfast on November 18 at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago, which is adjacent to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, site of the annual show organized by the Private Label Manufacturers Association.
In his presentation, “Hungry for Value: How Retailers and Manufacturers Can Fuel the Private Label Boom,” he will discuss how demand for private label is at an all-time high, and the industry is poised for continued growth. Rinaldo will share insights about the retailer mindset and how the private label industry can come together to make the most of this historic moment.
The breakfast audience will include retailers, manufacturers and other visitors who are attending PLMA's 2024 Private Label Trade Show, which is themed "Empowering the Retail Industry" and was sold out in mid-August. On display will be tens of thousands of store brand products at some 3,000 exhibit booths of nearly 1,800 suppliers representing more than 60 countries. The Show floor will feature 40 national pavilions and special sections for wine and spirits, beauty and cosmetics, and home, health and self-care.
Rinaldo has served as president at ALDI since 2020, after more than 20 years with the company. He oversees the retailer’s product, marketing and sustainability strategies. He also travels the country to lead operations of regional warehouses and stores.
He began his career at ALDI in 2000 as a district manager trainee. He rose through the ranks to serve in various other roles within the company, including president of ALDI Australia for three years. He was part of the team that launched the first ALDI stores in Florida in 2008. He has worked in various roles supporting the growth of ALDI in the Southeastern U.S. market.
Additionally, he oversees community partnerships with organizations, including Feeding America, the American Red Cross and Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF). He serves on the advisory council of ALSF.
ALDI, headquartered in Batavia, IL, presently operates over 2,400 stores in 39 states and territories and has plans to add 800 more over the next five years.
ALDI is one of America’s fastest-growing retailers, serving millions of customers across the country each month. Their disciplined approach to operating with simplicity and efficiency gives their customers great products at the lowest possible prices. In addition to helping protect the planet, ALDI helps customers save time and money through convenient shopping options via in-store, curbside pickup or delivery at shop.aldi.us. For more information about ALDI, visit aldi.us.
About ALDI
ALDI is one of America’s fastest-growing retailers, serving millions of customers across the country each month. Our disciplined approach to operating with simplicity and efficiency gives our customers great products at the lowest possible prices. For seven years running, ALDI has been recognized by the dunnhumby Retailer Preference Index as #1 in Everyday Low Prices.* ALDI strives to have a positive impact on its customers, employees and communities by being socially and environmentally responsible, earning ALDI recognition as a leading grocer in sustainability**. In addition to helping protect the planet, ALDI helps customers save time and money through convenient shopping options via in-store, curbside pickup or delivery at shop.aldi.us. For more information about ALDI, visit aldi.us.
*According to the dunnhumby® ©2024 Retailer Preference Index.
**According to Progressive Grocer’s 2023 Top 10 Most Sustainable Grocers list.
About PLMA
The Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA) is a non-profit trade organization founded in 1979 to promote the store brands industry. With executive offices in New York and International Council offices in Amsterdam, PLMA represents more than 4,000 member companies worldwide. In addition to the Annual Private Label Trade Show in Chicago and its World of Private Label Trade Show in Amsterdam, PLMA provides annual conferences, executive education and professional development opportunities. Follow PLMA on plma.com, plmainternational.com, and on social media:
