Gavin Konkel recently put together the entire food assortment for Earth Fare — and he’ll talk with NOSH Live Winter 2021 attendees about the ways to make gains in retail when he speaks at the conference.

Konkel, VP of center store merchandising for the 23-store chain, oversees the company’s grocery and wellness merchandising; after a change in ownership, he was empowered to drive an entire assortment reset geared toward helping Earth Fare meet the needs of the next generation of shoppers.

Konkel will discuss the attributes of that cohort and the ways brands can best work with partners like Earth Fare to develop winning sales opportunities. Having previously spent time at both brands as well as other retailers, Konkel brings a keen eye for trends in the natural products industry and the evolution of staple categories.

At the conference, which will be held in Santa Monica, Calif December 2 and 3, in a fireside chat, Konkel will share not only what brands must do in order to succeed in the natural products retailer, but also discuss where he sees the future of grocery and how brands can prepare for that future alongside their retailing partners.

In addition to his mainstage session, a select group of attendees will get personalized feedback from Konkel as he serves as a judge for NOSH’s Pitch Slam competition, which is accepting applications through end of day on Tuesday, November 9.

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About NOSH Live

NOSH Live is a strategic two-day conference just for the natural food industry. NOSH Live Winter 2021 takes place on December 2nd and 3rd at the Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel in Santa Monica, California. Join founders, top-level executives, investors, and experts for networking opportunities, an all-star speaker lineup, and impactful industry insights.