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Global Summit

Official Programme 2024

Plenary sessions, breakouts, Special Sessions and I-Talks will bring to light all the topics that are front-and-centre of a CEO's mind. The Store Tour requires a separate ticket, and is limited to delegates with valid store tour registration only.
AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS
11-14 JUNE 2024
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All times are in Chicago Time
8:45 am - 9:15 am
From Peddlers To Pixels: Retail Rewired
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Join John S. Phillips, SVP Customer Supply Chain & Go-To-Market at PepsiCo, as he explores some of the biggest trends across CPG and retail. Consumers continue to expand their online purchasing behavior driving the need for new capabilities. Fulfillment automation, in-store robotics, autonomous vehicles, drones, 2D barcodes and SMART packaging are all driving significant change and disruption across the industry. Retailers continue to build new capabilities in retail media networks, AI, search, and loss prevention as they navigate both challenges and opportunities. Be sure to attend for a fast-paced overview of the industry innovation you can leverage to stay ahead in an everchanging environment.

Main Plenary Hall – Sheraton Ballroom (Level 4)

PHILLIPS John S.
SVP Customer Supply Chain & Go-To-Market
PepsiCo
9:15 am - 9:45 am
Retail Best Practices
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Join Tobias Wasmuht, CEO of SPAR International, as he explores the strategies driving retail growth across diverse global markets. From pioneering retail formats like autonomous stores to compact fresh hypermarkets, Tobias will talk about how innovation plays a pivotal role in navigating from mature markets to frontier retail in emerging markets, utilizing data to enhance customer propositions, scaling up successes from trial phases and talk to SPAR’s commitment to sustainability, showcasing best practices from around the globe.

Main Plenary Hall – Sheraton Ballroom (Level 4)

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Presenter & Moderator
WASMUHT Tobias
CEO
SPAR International
9:45 am - 10:15 am
Northern Stars in Retail
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Join Rolf Ladau, President and CEO of Paulig and Hannu Krook, Chairman of the Board and CEO of SOK Corporation as they share their insights, strategies and visionary approaches to driving innovation and excellence in the retail landscape. From navigating market dynamics to pioneering sustainable practices, learn from the Northern Stars propelling the industry.

Main Plenary Hall – Sheraton Ballroom (Level 4)

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Presenter & Moderator
LADAU Rolf
President and CEO
Paulig
KROOK Hannu
Chairman of the Board and CEO
SOK Corporation
10:15 am - 11:00 am
Networking Break - kindly sponsored by The Coca-Cola Company & Lotus Bakeries
11:00 am - 11:30 am
The US Retail Landscape
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Join us as we navigate the dynamic landscape of US retail with JJ Fleeman, CEO of Ahold Delhaize USA and explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the industry in this ever-evolving marketplace.

Main Plenary Hall – Sheraton Ballroom (Level 4)

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Presenter & Moderator
FLEEMAN JJ
Chief Executive Officer
Ahold Delhaize USA
11:30 am - 12:00 pm
China’s Retail Landscape and Digital Future of Grocery Stores
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Join us for an engaging session exploring the intricacies, opportunities, and challenges of the Chinese retail market with Dr. Wenzhong Zhang, Founder of Wumart/Dmall. From the latest consumer trends to innovative strategies for success, our expert speaker will provide invaluable insights into navigating this vibrant and rapidly evolving landscape.

Main Plenary Hall – Sheraton Ballroom (Level 4)

Dr. ZHANG Wenzhong
Founder
Wumart/Dmall
12:00 pm - 12:15 pm
Conference Close: The Road to the Global Summit Amsterdam 2025
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Main Plenary Hall – Sheraton Ballroom (Level 4)

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Presenter & Moderator
MULLER Frans
President & CEO
Ahold Delhaize
VAN DE PUT Dirk
Chairman & CEO
Mondelēz International