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Strategic Executive Exchange
Build new business relationships and strengthen existing ones at FMI’s Strategic Executive Exchanges (SEE). Explore new opportunities to achieve common objectives.
- Saturday, January 19, 2013 • 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
- Sunday, January 20, 2013 • 7:30 am – 10:30 am
- Monday, January 21, 2013 • 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday, January 22, 2013 • 10:00 am – 2:45 pm
The objective of the SEEs Program is to engage CEO and senior level executive teams of retail, wholesale and supplier companies to address critical issues that confront the industry, your company and consumers. Trading partners create and manage their own agendas during the 45-minute meetings, scheduled online and in advance of the conference.
Food Industry Golf Tournament
Sunday, January 20, 2013
The Phoenician Resort
11:00 am Shotgun Start
Join your colleagues at our annual top-to-top golf outing. The tournament is a premier networking event and a casual forum to strengthen existing relationships and build new ones with other industry decision makers. There is no cost for FMI retailer/wholesaler members to attend, thanks to our generous sponsors.
Proceeds support FMI political education efforts and the non-profit charity, Food For All.
Tennis Tournament
Sunday, January 20, 2013
11:30 am - 4:00 pm
Enjoy an afternoon of exciting tennis matches. Hosted by Catalina, Mondelez International and The Clorox Company, matches will be played throughout the afternoon and refreshments will be provided.
Foundation Dinner
Sunday, January 21, 2013
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
We invite you join us at the FMI Foundation’s 2nd Annual Leadership Dinner; a premier event that brings together the FMI Board of Directors, senior executives of FMI members and all those concerned with the strategic direction of the future of food retailing. Proceeds from the annual dinner support the Foundation’s mission of education and research in food safety, health and nutrition.
Spouse/Guest Event and Luncheon
Monday, January 21, 2013
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Hosted by the FMI Executive Board Officer Spouses
Meet the master artists from Hallmark and be inspired by their passion and learn about the process for developing beautiful visual messages. All spouses and guests will also enjoy a gourmet lunch.
Kick-Off Event
Monday, January 21, 2013
4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Kick off the Midwinter Conference and connect with friends and colleagues during an afternoon and evening of exciting events.
Tailgating Party
4:00 pm – end of football game
Brought to you by the premier sponsor PepsiCo, in conjuction with Anheuser-Busch Inc., Campbell Soup Company, The Hersey Company, McCormick and Company Inc., Mondelez International and Unilever.
Cheer on your favorite football team, enjoy light snacks and beverages and meet special celebrity sports guests during a live big screen telecast of the NFL Championship Game.
Casual Dinner
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Brought to you by Crossmark
Take a seat, relax and savor a traditional home-style barbecue buffet.
Live Entertainment with The Band Perry
8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
General Mills, Feeding America® and Big Machine Label Group have teamed up to help Outnumber Hunger in our local communities. Show your support by joining us for a night of dancing and musical entertainment with one of the nation’s hottest new bands.
Saturday, January 19, 2013
Tentative Schedule*
- 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Registration
- 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Strategic Executive Exchanges
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm GMA Chairman's Reception, Lecture and Dinner (by invitation only)
Sunday, January 20, 2013
Tentative Schedule*
- 7:00 am – 8:00 am First Timers Welcome Coffee
- 7:30 am – 10:30 am Strategic Executive Exchanges
- 11:00 am – 7:00 pm Registration
- 11:30 am – 4:00 pm Tennis Round Robin
- 11:00 am – 4:30 pm FMI Food Industry Golf Tournament (Shotgun Start)
- 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm FMI Midwinter Kick-Off Event and Tailgating Party
- 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm FMI Casual Dinner
- 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm Live Entertainment by The Band Perry
Monday, January 21, 2013
Tentative Schedule*
- 6:30 am – 7:45 am Breakfast
- 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Registration
- 8:00 am – 12:15 pm Business Sessions:
- FMI CEO and FMI Chairman’s Welcome Remarks
- Leading an Industry in Transformation
- Politics in Transition: What 2013 Will Bring
- Creating New Opportunities Through Understanding Food Culture
- The State of Independent Food Retail
- 10:00 am - 10:30 am Live Broadcast of the Presidential Inauguration
- 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Spouse/Guest Event and Luncheon
- 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm Independent Operator Business Sessions
- 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm Strategic Executive Exchanges
- 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm Midwinter Reception
- 6:45 pm - 7:30 pm The FMI Foundation Presents: Feeding Families in Crisis
- 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm FMI Foundation Dinner
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Tentative Schedule*
- 7:00 am – 7:45 am Breakfast
- 7:00 am – 10:00 am Registration
- 8:00 am – 10:00 am Business Sessions:
- Build Staying Power by Innovating and Bouncing Back
- The Evolving Dollar Channel and Implications for Food Retail
- Facing the Future: A Panel of Young Leaders
- Leadership for 2013 and Beyond
- 10:00 am – 2:45 pm Strategic Executive Exchanges
Independent Operator
Monday, January 21, 2013
This special track was designed with the specific needs of the Independent Operator (IO) in mind. IOs are invited to a lunch presentation followed by two business sessions. The afternoon will conclude with a combined meeting of the FMI Independent Operator and Wholesaler Committees.
Independent Operator Luncheon:
Succeeding in a Highly Competitive Food Retail Environment
With the forces of change, economic pressures, and competition coming from every direction, what can independent operators do to position themselves to ensure future success? This session will offer key ways that independent operators can help their businesses gain the solid foothold they need to compete within their communities.
Mobile Commerce and the Technology-Enabled Consumer
FMI's Trends study and numerous other industry reports have pointed out that consumers are increasingly dependant on their wired and mobile Internet devices as shopping aids. For some consumers, technology impacts everything from the decision on what to make for dinner, the development of the shopping list and the decision on where to shop, to the process of in-store shopping itself. This session will explore what independent operators need to know about these consumers, the tools they use and how to take advantage of the new communication channels.
Collaborating for Growth: A 21st Century Solution for Independent Retailers
Gone are the days when a sales representative called on stores and headquarters to present their consumer and category insights and promotional programs. Today, significant opportunities for growth, innovation and profitability exist for independent retailers and CPG manufacturers who are able to leverage technology-enabled communication and information-sharing tools. This session will unveil a new FMI Internetbased platform for joint business planning that will enable independent retailers to regularly connect with manufacturers.
Joint Meeting of the FMI Independent Operator AND Wholesaler Committees
Members of the FMI Independent Operator and Wholesaler Committees are asked to participate in a joint meeting to consider association business of interest to both groups.
Conference Rates
Join FMI at the industry's premier senior executive event of the year! For full details and to complete your registration, visit fmi.org/mw2013 on a non-mobile device.
FMI Retailer/Wholesaler Members $1900
FMI Associate Members and FMI 2014 Exhibitors $3500
Conference Deadline
Join FMI at the industry's premier senior executive event of the year! For full details and to complete your registration, visit fmi.org/mw2013 on a non-mobile device.
FThe registration deadline is December 12, 2012. In order for your information to appear in the printed directory, your registration form and payment must be received by this date. Registrations received after December 12th, will appear in the Midwinter Addendum.
Conference Information
Join FMI at the industry's premier senior executive event of the year! For full details and to complete your registration, visit fmi.org/mw2013 on a non-mobile device.
The Midwinter Directory will reflect the information you provided on your registration form or entered online. This information will include your name, title, company address and phone number as it appears in your confirmation letter. Please take a minute to proof this information carefully for accuracy. If a change is needed, please notify Deborah Stewart by email or fax to 202.220.0830 immediately. The deadline for Directory edits is December 12, 2012.
Cancellation
Join FMI at the industry's premier senior executive event of the year! For full details and to complete your registration, visit fmi.org/mw2013 on a non-mobile device.
Please be advised that your Midwinter registration fee is non-refundable after December 12, 2012. Refund of the registration fee, minus a $75 processing fee, will be made for any cancellation if received in writing to dstewart@fmi.org or fax 202.220.0830 by December 12, 2012. Because of the firm commitments of conference arrangements, FMI cannot refund the registration fee for any registrations or cancellations received after December 12, 2012. However, registrations can be transferred to another company employee.
Housing & Travel
Hotel Information
The Phoenician Hotel is currently experiencing a sold-out situation and has limited availability over some nights. The Ritz-Carlton, Phoenix has been selected as an overflow property and is located only 6 miles from the Phoenician.
The Phoenician
6000 East Camelback Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
1-800-888-8234
*Note: All guest rooms are 100% non-smoking
Rate:
Standard Room: $295 Single/Double
(Room types include One King bed or Two Double beds, subject to hotel availability)
Each additional guest, above double occupancy in a guestroom, will be subject to a $50 per day charge. No charge for children under 17 accompanied by an adult.
A one-time gratuity charge of $14 total, per person check-in and check-out will be charged to each guest folio. Housekeeping service fee of $5 per room plus tax, per night, will be added to each guest folio.
Check-in Time: 4:00 p.m. (local time)
Check-out Time: 12:00 p.m. (local time)
HOTEL CANCELLATION & CHANGES
The hotel must receive notice of hotel cancellations or changes no later than 7 days prior to your arrival in order to receive a refund of your room deposit. The hotel must receive notice of guest changes at least 24 hours prior to arrival. All hotel changes, substitutions, and/or cancellations must be made directly with the hotel.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
The Phoenician and the Ritz-Carlton are located approximately 10 miles or 20-25 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), nestled at the base of Camelback Mountain, near the burgeoning entertainment, shopping and cultural districts of Scottsdale, Arizona.
Taxis are available at the airport and cost approximately $25-$35 one way to The Phoenician. Car service can also be arranged through the hotel, please contact the concierge desk at 480.423.2572 for more information.
Valet parking is available at The Phoenician at a rate of $29 per room per day. Optional self-parking is complimentary.
In January the average temperature in Scottsdale is 69 degrees during the day and 42 degrees in the evening.