What will define the next chapter of grocery and CPG innovation? In this edition of 5 Insightful Minutes, Rocquan Lucas, VP of Content at Groceryshop, joins Omni Talk to preview what attendees can expect when Groceryshop returns to Las Vegas this September.
From AI-powered shopping experiences and retail media to evolving consumer behavior, unified commerce, and the technology transforming retail’s core operations, Rocquan breaks down the biggest themes shaping this year’s agenda. He also shares what’s new at the show, including more interactive tactical learning sessions designed to give attendees actionable takeaways they can bring back to their organizations.
Plus, Rocquan previews new original research Groceryshop will unveil on its main stage, explores how technology is changing both the associate and shopper experience, and shares why Groceryshop’s Meetup program continues to be one of the event’s most valuable opportunities for retailers, brands, and technology partners to make meaningful connections.
Key Topics Covered:
• The six major themes shaping Groceryshop 2026
• How AI is powering more conversational and personalized shopping experiences
• How technology can support merchandising, supply chain, marketing, e-commerce, and more
• Why evolving consumer behavior is changing product, assortment, and store strategies
• The continued importance of unified commerce across online and in-store experiences
• How retailers are expanding retail media while addressing measurement and transparency challenges
• Why private label growth, channel switching, and value-seeking consumers are putting pressure on loyalty
• What’s new at Groceryshop, including interactive tactical learning sessions
• How attendees can walk away with actionable next steps from every session
• New original Groceryshop research on technology, associates, shoppers, and evolving baskets
• Why the Meetup program helps retailers, brands, and partners build meaningful connections faster
• What attendees can expect when Groceryshop takes over Las Vegas from September 22–24
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