The NGA Show Planning Committee plays a vital role in shaping the event’s success by providing valuable industry insights, guiding program development, and ensuring the show delivers maximum value to independent grocers. Committee members collaborate to identify key topics, curate educational sessions, and enhance networking opportunities, ensuring the event remains relevant, impactful, and aligned with industry needs. Their expertise helps create a dynamic experience that fosters connections, innovation, and business growth.
Planning Committee
Thank you to the 2025 planning committee!
| ANDREW LICKISS, APERION | HEIDI HUFF, ARG | MATT BEUDIN, SHOP TO COOK |
| ASHLEY PAGE, IGA | JAMIE COLLINS, DIERBERG'S | MERRY BHATTACHARJEE, DUMAC |
| AUTUMN PRICE, UNFI | JOE WOOD, SENDIK'S | ROB STEVENSON, FAREWAY STORES |
| BEN SIMONS, KENNY FAMILY SHOPRITE | JOHN ABBENNE, BRDATA | ROBERT GRAYBILL, FMS SOLUTIONS |
| BOBBY WILLIAMS, AGBR | KRISTIE MAURER, MAURER MARKET | TOM DANIEL, ECOLAB |
| BRAD MORRIS, COCA-COLA | KRISTIN POPP, WOODMAN'S | WETTLIN TREPPENDAHL, C.M. |
| DOUG FRITSCH, IGA | KUNAL DAWAR, WALT CHURCHILL'S MARKET |
