The Healthy & Natural Show’s Education Events & Speakers schedule is now available online; plus noted journalists and industry experts Hank Schultz and Elaine Watson join an impressive roster of featured speakers at the inaugural healthy lifestyle trade show, May 5-7, at the Navy Pier in downtown Chicago.
Chicago, IL (March 24, 2016) -The Midwest's largest natural, organic and healthy products tradeshow launches May 5-7, 2016, at Chicago’s Navy Pier. Participants now can plan their show agenda by viewing the full education and events calendar online at http://www.thehealthyandnaturalshow.com/2016-agenda. Stay abreast of show updates including the introduction of two new featured speakers, Elaine Watson, Editor of FoodNavigator-USA, and Hank Schultz, Senior Correspondent for NutraIngredients-USA.
Tailored Education for Retailers, Brands and Industry Players
Watson leads a panel of experts to discuss how retailers are rapidly adapting to meet changing consumer needs during Innovate or Die: Navigating the Evolving Food Retail Landscape, taking place May 5 at 12:00 p.m. This session will focus on how online platforms such as Thrive Market and Blue Apron are changing the shopping experience—for better and for worse.
“New digital platforms are disrupting traditional distribution models, creating challenges and opportunities for brick-and-mortar retailers,” says Watson. “Consumers now have so many more options when it comes to answering the question: What’s for dinner tonight? The Healthy & Natural Show is a new forum to help retailers and emerging food brands explore how to stay ahead of the curve as the landscape changes, and how best to navigate the debate over 'natural', organic, non-GMO and ‘free from’ foods as consumers scrutinize food companies - and food labels - more closely than ever.”
Schultz will address the challenges as well as the opportunities ahead for Transparency in the Dietary Supplements Industry on Saturday, May 7, 11:00 a.m., and why companies should make this a priority. Participants will come away with skillful means for applying transparency in marketing plans and in supply chain management, and for profiting from this emerging consumer and product trend.
Must-attend Natural Industry Event
With education geared toward clarifying confusion in the organic, natural and sustainable products marketplace, The Healthy & Natural Show is a must-attend event for anyone doing business in the natural products space. Featured speakers include: Dr. Joseph Mercola, noted author and Founder of Dr. Mercola Premium Products; Gerry Hays, CEO, Dinnercall; Joel Warady, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Enjoy Life Foods; Mike Bush, President, International Probiotics Association; and Kora Lazarski, Business Development and Marketing Manager, SPINS.
“New entrepreneurs, regional food business incubators, accelerators, retail co-ops, and urban farming operations are all responding to the consumer call for wholesome goods that promote the vibrancy of their health and local economies,” Lazarski says. “Few places exemplify this changing landscape better than Chicago – where former stockyards of the meat-packing industry continue to be renovated into healthy and sustainable operations for natural foods, cleaning products, beverages, produce, and more. Events like the Healthy & Natural Show are great opportunities for retailers, brands, and industry players to stay current on the latest and greatest natural trends the Midwest has to offer.”
Hyatt Regency Chicago Featured As Host Hotel
For show attendees, The Healthy & Natural Show has secured a discounted hotel rate at the Hyatt Regency Chicago Hotel. Take advantage of a reduced rate and enjoy staying in the heart of Chicago near all show events. Reserve by April 13 for discounted rate. Make your reservation today.
About the Healthy & Natural Show
The Healthy & Natural Show is brought to you by William Reed Business Media, publisher of leading titles in food and drink retailing, manufacturing and distribution. As an international multi-media events company, William Reed is focused on helping customers achieve business success and the Healthy & Natural Products show will be a major part of that success. Welcoming more than 40,000 representatives to over 40 live events, conferences and exhibitions every year — on every continent — the international media company regularly engages with over 2.8 million food, drink, nutrition, restaurant and food service professionals.
To register and for more information visit www.thehealthyandnaturalshow.com.
About William Reed Business Media
William Reed Business Media launched its first title, The Grocer, in 1862; and with unmatched expertise, the company is wholeheartedly focused on the future. Through aligning its mission with customers’ needs and requirements, William Reed supports the ever-changing dynamics of the sectors it serves – food, beverage, health, hospitality, retail, manufacturing and more. With high-value information and research, robust journalism, innovative events and revered awards, William Reed helps customers to compete and succeed within their markets.