The National Confectioners Association’s Sweets & Snacks Expo recently released the top trends for the 2021 confectionery and snack categories, which will be seen on the show floor in Indianapolis from June 22-25. “The Sweets & Snacks Expo is where the top candy and snack companies showcase their newest products, and this year is even more…
Tobacco Panelists Break Down Regulatory Challenges
The National Advisory Group and Young Executives Organization Spring Leadership Series continued on June 2, with the third of five virtual sessions. The three panelists – two retailers and a legislative expert – tackled the session’s topic, “The Future of Tobacco: Reshaping the backbar amidst legislative threats and PMTA.” Moderator and NAG Executive Director John…
NAG Announces Postponement of 2021 Conference
In light of ongoing public health concerns caused by the pandemic, the National Advisory Group (NAG) has reluctantly determined it would be too risky due to the current health crisis and the challenging state regulations to hold an event in California in September. The 2021 NAG Conference originally scheduled to take place Sept. 9-12, had…
M-PACT Sets 2021 Agenda in Indianapolis
PGA golfer and golfing commentator Gary McCord will deliver the Industry Luncheon keynote address at M-PACT 2021, the premier energy and convenience industry tradeshow in the Midwest. The regional tradeshow, which annually draws nearly 4,500 participants to the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, will take place September 8-10, 2021. The keynote luncheon featuring McCord is…
Dates Announced for 2022 ‘Export Exchange’ Event
Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor, U.S. Grains Council President and CEO Ryan LeGrand and the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) President Geoff Cooper issued a joint statement regarding the 2022 Export Exchange event, to be held Oct. 12-14, 2022 in Minneapolis: “COVID dictated we cancel Export Exchange in 2020, and sadly, we have officially cancelled it…
ACE Opens Registration for 34th Annual Conference
The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) has opened registration for its 34th annual conference taking place from Aug.18-20 at the Renaissance Depot Hotel in Minneapolis. This year’s “Accelerate” conference theme and programming focus on the latest growth strategies and market opportunities shaping the future of the ethanol industry. “With high hopes of gathering safely, in person,…
S. Abraham & Sons Hosts Virtual Vendor Exhibit and Trade Show
S. Abraham & Sons Inc., a subsidiary of Imperial Trading Co., is hosting its 35th annual vendor exhibit and trade show and its first virtual trade show. The theme for 2021 is “Blueprint for Success – Building Solutions for the Convenience Store Retailer.” Retailers have a seven-week buying opportunity from Jan. 11 through Feb. 26…
Retailer-Only Webinar: How Safe Shop Can Help Your Brand Stand Out
Concerns around store safety are at an all-time high, but the fact is that it’s always mattered. Nobody sets out with the intention of visiting a store that makes them feel uncertain about their well-being. The challenge is one of communication. As a customer, how do you know if you’re walking into a store that…
NAG/YEO Virtual Conference: Tobacco Policy Primer – Stay Informed, Stay Engaged
National Advisory Group (NAG) Executive Director John Lofstock opened the eighth and final session of the 2020 NAG/YEO Virtual Conference with a thank you to all of the attendees as well as panelists who, despite the obstacles presented by the pandemic, came together to learn and to educate over an eight-week period. The session,…
ACE 33rd Annual Conference Set for Sept. 16
The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE), the grassroots voice of the U.S. ethanol industry, is holding its 33rd annual conference online this week, starting Sept. 16, 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. CT. Virtual platform information available at fuelethanolworkshop.com. The virtual conference enables ACE members, many of whom are ethanol producers and investors, farmers, companies that supply…