Speakers

Lauren Kennedy is the Senior Vice President of Strategic Accounts at Upshop, where she drives transformative growth strategies for North America’s leading food retailers. In her role, she leads a high-performing team of Account Managers across the U.S. and Canada, responsible for delivering the company’s growth targets. Working in close partnership with retailers, Lauren and her team focus on accelerating shared growth initiatives and delivering innovative, data-driven solutions that enhance efficiency, profitability, and sustainability. 

A recognized thought leader in the retail technology space, Lauren is a frequent speaker on industry-shaping topics, including food waste reduction, supply chain traceability, and the future of in-store operations. With a proven track record of driving collaborative growth and fostering innovation, she is passionate about helping retailers transform their operations and achieve lasting success.