2026 Agenda

Effective managers drive retention- through visibility, personal connection, team-building, feedback and showing employees a clear path forward. Join this panel discussion to uncover how independent grocers can bridge generational expectations, design authentic career pathways, and empower managers as the cornerstone of culture. Attendees  will learn what motivates Gen Z to choose and stay in grocery careers, by unpacking research conducted by St. Joseph’s University. See how these strategies align to create a sustainable workforce ecosystem. 

Join a panel of Saint Joseph's University Food Marketing Students in a discussion on today's priorities.