Presentation I
Unlocking the $100 Billion Opportunity: The Future of Private Labels

Randy Burt, Partner & Managing Director, Alix Partners 
Matt Hamory, Partner & Managing Director, Alix Partners

This presentation dives into the evolving private label landscape, highlighting key growth areas and the importance of understanding consumer needs. Discover how effective retailer-manufacturer collaboration drives innovation and creates high-quality products that stand out. Gain actionable insights and strategies to thrive in this dynamic market, ensuring your private label brand becomes a key driver of loyalty and profitability.

Presentation II
Generative AI: A Force to Increase Productivity

Conor Grennan
Chief AI Architect
NYU Stern School of Business

Conor provides a framework for rethinking how we use large language models like ChatGPT, emphasizing that the key to effective implementation is about changing behavior rather than just applying new technology. His approach promises to elevate generative AI from an intermittently-used tool to a transformative force that can dramatically improve your company's decision-making, efficiency and strategic planning.

Presentation III
Top Trends for 2025

Tom Vierhile
VP, Strategic Insights N. America
Innova Market Insights

Tom reveals Innova's “Top Trends for 2025” with a focus on insights and opportunities for the private label space. Today’s consumers are savvy, self-sufficient and more interested than ever in product quality, integrity and value. They also want a break from the day-to-day grind and enjoy products that deliver experiential moments of delight. Hear about new products that meet the evolving needs of these consumers and are also set the stage for growth.

Presentation IV
The Best Story Wins

Tim Pollard
CEO
Oratium

As good as your solutions and products are, it’s always hard to tell a complex story well. Especially as meetings become shorter, more unpredictable, and virtual. But the way you tell your story matters and CPG executives are discovering one of the most powerful levers they can pull is messaging. Taking a bloated and sender-oriented PowerPoint and converting it into compelling, customer-centric narrative yields extraordinary results.

 
KEYNOTE BREAKFAST
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 – 8AM
HYATT REGENCY O’HARE

Hungry for Value: How Retailers and Manufacturers Can Fuel the Private Label Boom

Dave Rinaldo
President at ALDI

As the first grocer to introduce private labels as its primary offering nearly 50 years ago, ALDI knows a thing or two about working with suppliers and manufacturers to create the best products at the lowest possible prices. With demand for private label at an all-time high, and the industry poised for continued growth, Dave will share insights into the retailer mindset and how the private label industry can come together to make the most of this historic moment.

RETAIL TRENDS BREAKFAST
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 – 8AM
HYATT REGENCY O’HARE

Why She Buys: Grow Sales and Market Share with the World’s Most Powerful Consumers

Bridget Brennan 
Founder & CEO, Female Factor

Sharpen your competitive edge with Bridget's session on the forces driving women consumers. The author of Why She Buys and Winning Her Business provides market intelligence on the female-dominated consumer economy. Learn the implications behind cultural shifts, demographic changes and women’s “Multiplier Effect” on sales. She shares strategies for driving an emotional connection with your brand and outlines four motivators that drive women’s buying decisions.