Ben Miller
VP, Original Content & Strategy Groceryshop
Ben is vice president of original content across the global Shoptalk and Groceryshop portfolio. Original Content are proprietary insights produced exclusively for the Shoptalk and Groceryshop community. A regular at Shoptalk events for many years, he joined the team in the Fall of 2022.
2025 Agenda Sessions
Fresh Research: Navigating Economic Pressures and Rising Competition
The squeeze on grocer and CPG margins continues as tariffs and inflation increase costs. On a microeconomic level, grocery markets worldwide are also seeing increased competition from grocery upstarts, established online grocers, and omnichannel retailers from adjacent verticals. Despite a tough economic climate, sound strategies, smart technology investments, and an exceptional understanding of consumer behavior can help retailers and CPGs address rising costs and win and retain shoppers. Via new research, this session provides the latest on economic forces shaping grocery and supplies organizations with the necessary insights to counter economic headwinds.
Sunday 28 September 13:45 - 14:25 Unbottled Stage
Major Forces Shaping Grocery
The squeeze on grocer and CPG margins continues as tariffs and inflation increase costs. On a microeconomic level, grocery markets worldwide are also seeing increased competition from grocery upstarts, established online grocers, and omnichannel retailers from adjacent verticals. Despite a tough economic climate, sound strategies, smart technology investments, and an exceptional understanding of consumer behavior can help retailers and CPGs address rising costs and win and retain shoppers. Via new research, this session provides the latest on economic forces shaping grocery and supplies organizations with the necessary insights to counter economic headwinds.
Unbottled Stage US/PacificFresh Research: Balancing Wide-Ranging Consumer Behaviors and Shopping Habits
Price-conscious shopping? Increasing. Health and wellness? Trending. Convenience? Thriving and expected. Today's retailers and consumer brands must deliver on a growing list of consumer preferences and use consumer insights to adapt their playbooks. In this session, a leading analyst will deliver a research presentation highlighting the most important consumer trends and shopping habits.
Sunday 28 September 14:35 - 15:15 Unbottled Stage
Major Forces Shaping Grocery
Price-conscious shopping? Increasing. Health and wellness? Trending. Convenience? Thriving and expected. Today's retailers and consumer brands must deliver on a growing list of consumer preferences and use consumer insights to adapt their playbooks. In this session, a leading analyst will deliver a research presentation highlighting the most important consumer trends and shopping habits.
Unbottled Stage US/PacificWelcome Remarks
Sunday 28 September 16:20 - 16:30
Premium Products and Experiences in a Price-Conscious World
Monday 29 September 09:50 - 10:30 Unbottled Stage
Meeting Evolving Consumer Needs
Fresh Research: GLP-1's Lasting Impact on Consumer Preferences
Monday 29 September 10:40 - 11:20 Unbottled Stage
Meeting Evolving Consumer Needs
Engineering for Growth: How Lidl US has Set for Success
Monday 29 September 14:10 - 14:30 The Center Store | Main Stage
Track Keynote: Crafting Unified and Seamless Shopping Experiences
Tuesday 30 September 10:40 - 11:20 Unbottled Stage
Captivating Shoppers Across Channels
The Grocery Zeitgeist 2025: Addressing the Grocery Industry's Critical Questions
Tuesday 30 September 14:50 - 15:10
Groceryshop Key Takeaways
Wednesday 01 October 11:10 - 11:50 Unbottled Stage
Groceryshop Key Takeaways
