2007 Best Practices Category Management Conferences Tuesday, February 20 - Friday, February 23, 2007 Hyatt at Fisherman's Wharf 555 North Point Street [map] San Francisco, CA 94133-1311

Brought to you by the Food Marketing Institute (FMI) and The Partnering Group, authors of industry Best Practices, this fast paced seminar designed for the novice and experienced category manager provides an up to date review of the evolution of Category Management. Hear how successful operators have leveraged technology and loyalty insights to drive sales and profitability.


Topics to be covered include:

The link between Category Management and strategic vision
The migration of Best Practices to other channels
Case studies and lessons from successful applications
Workshops including hands on exercises
Tools for creating best practices for your organization

Who Should Attend:

Target Audience

Category Management – The Basic Program

This seminar will have broad appeal to both retailers and manufacturers. The material will both provide a foundation for the novice as well as innovative thought leadership for the seasoned practitioner.



Target Audience

Category Management for Perishables – A Fresh Look

This seminar will appeal to the both retailers and manufacturers with substantial interest in perishable product departments.

Registration Fees: These fees are available through 02/14/2007
Name	Price
Full Conference Member Registration (Both Events)	$1,080.00
Full Conference Associate Member Registration (Both Events)	$1,495.00
Full Conference NonMember Registration (Both Events)	$1,800.00
The Basic Program Member Registration Only (Single Event)	$675.00
The Basic Program Associate Member Registration (Single Event)	$935.00
The Basic Program NonMember Registration (Single Event)	$1,125.00
Perishables Program Member Registration (Single Event)	$675.00
Perishables Program Associate Member Registration (Single Event)	$935.00
Perishables Program NonMember Registration (Single Event)	$1,125.00

Cancellation and Other Policies:

60% Refund if you notify the registrar in writing by the Close of Business February 15, 2007. No refunds are available after this date.

Sponsors and Sponsorship Information:

Food Marketing Institute (FMI)
The Partnering Group