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

Check Out The 2023 Retailer Participation

Join these popular companies this fall at the 2023 Energy and Store Development Conference in Baltimore.
We look forward to seeing you all there! 

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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.

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COLLABORATE

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

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EXPLORE

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

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For more information contact:


Rebecca Daniels
Director, 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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