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Supermarket News, the leading voice in the grocery industry for more than 60 years, is launching a groundbreaking event: Grocery NEXT (Network, Evolution, User Experience and Technology). Designed for retailers by retailers, it is the only event where operators, CPG companies and technology solution providers can meet to educate, innovate and develop collaborative relationships with companies, peers and partners.
“Grocery retailers are standing at the crossroads of disruption and opportunity. With the rise of retail media, data-driven loyalty, and unified commerce, the industry needs a forum built for forward-thinkers—not status quo,” says Art Sebastian, founder and CEO of NexChapter and Grocery NEXT Chairman of the Board. “Grocery NEXT is that space. We’re bringing the best minds together to shape the next chapter in grocery retail—not five years from now, but right now.”
Grocery NEXT takes place Sept. 10-12 at the Westin Chicago Northwest in Itasca, Ill.
The grocery industry is undergoing rapid transformation. Traditional silos between marketing, e-commerce, loyalty and operations are breaking down as technology forces convergence. Retailers are navigating a complex landscape—where retail media presents massive new revenue potential, loyalty must evolve from points to personalization, and unified commerce demands seamless experiences across in-store and digital.
Yet, despite the urgency, there’s a gap: no single event brings together grocery leaders across disciplines to collaborate on these pressing challenges. Grocery NEXT fills that void—offering a focused, actionable forum designed to break down barriers, accelerate innovation and drive meaningful partnerships that shape the grocery experience of tomorrow.
No other media brand understands the grocery industry like Supermarket News. As the most trusted source for news, insights and analysis, Supermarket News surpasses the competition by providing:
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Unmatched Audience and Engagement: With 350,000 active users and an expansive readership spanning every sector of the grocery industry, Supermarket News connects retailers, suppliers and innovators at a scale no other platform can match.
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Innovative Content Offerings: From The Monthly Store Map, a visual guide to store openings and trends, to the Grocery Guys video series, featuring engaging conversations with editors, Supermarket News continues to push the boundaries of content innovation.
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On-the-Ground Industry Coverage: Our editors don’t just report on grocery trends—we experience them firsthand. From major industry events to behind-the-scenes store visits, Supermarket News provides exclusive insights and real-world perspectives that shape the industry conversation.
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Dedicated Technology Leadership: As the only grocery media brand with a dedicated technology editor, Supermarket News leads the charge in analyzing emerging trends in AI, retail media networks and digital transformation.
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Year-Round Engagement: Through a mix of live events, in-depth reports and interactive content, Supermarket News keeps the grocery industry informed and empowered beyond the pages of the publication.
