GMA Executive Conference http://gmaexecutiveconference.com No other event within the consumer products industry showcases the talented leaders, innovation and socially-responsible solutions to the important global issues facing the world today better than the GMA Executive Conference. Wed, 07 Jul 2010 15:43:08 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Featured Speakers http://gmaexecutiveconference.com/2010/02/featured-speakers/ http://gmaexecutiveconference.com/2010/02/featured-speakers/#comments Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:51:16 +0000 admin http://gmaexecutiveconference.matrixdev.net/?p=114

  • Charles Gibson
    Television News Journalist and
    Former Anchor of ABC’s World News with Charles Gibson
    Chairman’s Lecture

  • Craig Matters
    Managing Editor,
    MONEY Magazine
    Luncheon Keynote

  • Dr. John Quelch
    Lincoln Filene Professor of Business Administration
    Harvard Business School
    Strategic Issue Session

  • Bob Woodward
    Political Investigative Journalist and
    Former Associate Editor, The Washington Post
    Closing Brunch

  • Jenna Bush Hager
    Author, Contributing Correspondent, NBC’s Today and
    Chair, UNICEF’s Next Generation
    Spouse/Guest Program

  • The Honorable Diana DeGette (D-CO)
    Member, U.S. House of Representatives
    Chief Deputy Whip
    Vice Chair, Committee on Energy and Commerce
    Signature Session

  • Select Retail Speakers


  • Mary Ellen Burris
    Senior Vice President of Consumer Affairs,
    Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.

  • Richard Cohen
    Chairman and CEO,
    C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc

  • Ed Crenshaw
    Chief Executive Officer,
    Publix Super Markets Inc. and Vice Chairman,
    Food Marketing Institute

  • Richard N. Jurgens
    Chairman, President and CEO,
    Hy-Vee, Inc. and Vice Chairman,
    Food Marketing Institute

  • Katherine Lenhoff
    Vice President Strategy, Planning Loblaw Brands,
    Loblaw Companies Limited

  • Rodney McMullen
    President and COO,
    The Kroger Co.

  • Tim Rose
    Senior Vice President, General Merchandise Manager,
    Food, Sundries and Fresh Food,
    Costco Wholesale

  • Cheryl Williams
    Vice President, Marketing,
    Wakefern Food Corporation
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  • “The GMA Executive Conference is a premier industry event in a world class venue.  It is a can’t-miss event for senior CPG and retail executives.”

    Brad Irwin
    President and CEO
    Welch Foods, Inc.

  • “As a wholesaler, the GMA Executive Conference is the most relevant and beneficial conference compared to other industry-related events.”

    Richard Parkinson
    President and CEO
    Associated Food Stores, Inc.

  • “The high caliber of attendees sets the Executive Conference apart from other industry events.  This, combined with the program, makes it a very worthwhile conference for senior leaders.”

    Vincent Fantegrossi
    President and CEO
    Richelieu Foods, Inc.

  • “With excellent networking opportunities and timely, provocative program topics, the GMA Executive Conference provides a significant return on investment.”

    Bert Alfonso
    Senior Vice President and CFO
    The Hershey Company

  • “The GMA Executive Conference program features highly-relevant content and presenters that speak to the critical issues impacting our companies and the industry at large.”

    John Mayer
    Vice President, Sales, Grocery
    The J.M. Smucker Company

  • “The Executive Conference is the preeminent event in the CPG industry- anywhere.”

    Peter Brandt
    Vice President, Industry Solution Marketing
    SAP Americas

    • Click here for registration information.

    ]]>     http://gmaexecutiveconference.com/2010/02/conference-benefits/feed/ 0     Registration http://gmaexecutiveconference.com/2010/02/registration/ http://gmaexecutiveconference.com/2010/02/registration/#comments Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:19:24 +0000 admin http://gmaexecutiveconference.matrixdev.net/?p=78 Click here to view the complete listing of educational sessions and executive networking opportunities at the Executive Conference.

    ]]>     http://gmaexecutiveconference.com/2010/02/registration/feed/ 0     Attendees http://gmaexecutiveconference.com/2010/02/attendees/ http://gmaexecutiveconference.com/2010/02/attendees/#comments Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:16:49 +0000 admin http://gmaexecutiveconference.matrixdev.net/?p=75 Why does the GMA Executive Conference annually attract high-level executives and decision-makers from the world’s largest CPG manufacturers and retail outlets? 

    Click here to find out.

    ]]>     http://gmaexecutiveconference.com/2010/02/attendees/feed/ 0     Conference Partners http://gmaexecutiveconference.com/2010/02/conference-partners/ http://gmaexecutiveconference.com/2010/02/conference-partners/#comments Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:15:08 +0000 admin http://gmaexecutiveconference.matrixdev.net/?p=73 The Executive Conference program is made possible by the generous support of our Conference Partners. Click here for detailed information about the educational sessions and executive networking opportunities on the Executive Conference agenda and click here to learn about featured speakers.

    ]]>     http://gmaexecutiveconference.com/2010/02/conference-partners/feed/ 0     Hotel and Travel http://gmaexecutiveconference.com/2010/02/hotel-and-travel/ http://gmaexecutiveconference.com/2010/02/hotel-and-travel/#comments Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:06:57 +0000 admin http://gmaexecutiveconference.matrixdev.net/?p=66 Green Initiatives at The Broadmoor

    The Broadmoor shares the  CPG industry’s commitment to environmental sustainability. Click here to learn how The Broadmoor is giving guests a greener peace of mind.

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    Saturday, August 28 – Tuesday, August 31, 2010

    Where:
    The Broadmoor
    1 Lake Avenue
    Colorado Springs, Colorado
    866.837.9520

    Contacts:
    Registration: Jackie Lodge
    Housing: Cindy Baker
    Sponsorship: Jonathan Downey

    Featured Speaker:
    Rodney McMullen
    President and COO, The Kroger Co.

    View the Complete Conference Program

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