Save the Date! E+SD is back for 2023.

Join your peers and partners at the only event covering food retail energy, refrigeration, sustainability and store design.

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How We Can Make Better Stores

Explore valuable exchanges with peers, experts and partners on pressing topics including:

  • The impact of supply chain challenges on store construction and maintenance.
  • Streamlining energy management and optimization.
  • Navigating ongoing regulatory changes​.
  • Implementing more sustainable operations.
  • Understanding consumer needs and the in-store shopping experience.


LEARN

  • Full days of forward-thinking education.
  • Focused sessions with practical solutions.
  • Lineup of experts in tech, refrigeration, store design.

ESD 1

 

COLLABORATE

  • Connect with peers and business partners.
  • Interact with experts and influencers face-to-face.
  • Expand your network of resources.

ESD 2

EXPLORE

  • Socialize with your community of refrigeration, energy and store development professionals.
  • Participate in educational store tours in the area!

ESD 3



Retailer Participation





For more information contact:


Rebecca Daniels
Senior Manager, Education

202-220-0670 or rdaniels@fmi.org

Ben Quigley
Senior Director, Meetings & Industry Events
202-220-0716 or bquigley@fmi.org

 

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