Heather Hughes

Group VP, General Merchandise Manager of Health, Wellness & Nutrition Walgreens

Heather is group vice president and general merchandise manager for health, wellness and advanced care at Walgreens. She plays a major role in delivering tailored health and well-being solutions for Walgreens and positioning the company as a premier destination for both acute and chronic customer needs.


2025 Agenda Sessions

Next-Level Collaboration: How Retailers and Brands Drive Growth Together

Retailer-brand relationships remain predicated on aligning goals and strategizing on how to deliver the best offerings and experiences for the consumer. Technology and data serve as an accelerant for win-win growth, with CPGs bringing their consumer insights to the table and retailers providing their data from loyalty programs, ecommerce, physical retail, and retail media. In this panel discussion, C-suite leaders from retailers and brands discuss the evolution of retailer-brand partnerships and strategies that strengthen their relationships.

Sunday 28 September 15:25 - 16:05 Ripe Ideas Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2025 15:25 09/28/2025 16:05 Next-Level Collaboration: How Retailers and Brands Drive Growth Together

Retailer-brand relationships remain predicated on aligning goals and strategizing on how to deliver the best offerings and experiences for the consumer. Technology and data serve as an accelerant for win-win growth, with CPGs bringing their consumer insights to the table and retailers providing their data from loyalty programs, ecommerce, physical retail, and retail media. In this panel discussion, C-suite leaders from retailers and brands discuss the evolution of retailer-brand partnerships and strategies that strengthen their relationships.

Ripe Ideas Stage US/Pacific