Arlington, VA – The National Meat Association (NMA) has agreed to co-locate
their MEATXPO (Suppliers’ Exposition and Annual Convention) with the National
Grocers Association Annual Convention and Supermarket Synergy Showcase in Las
Vegas, Nevada next February 13 -16, 2011 at the Mirage Resort and Casino.
“N.G.A. continues to collaboratively work with other trade associations and is
pleased with the new relationship with NMA. We look forward to a bigger, better
and more value added convention in 2011,” said Frank DiPasquale, N.G.A.
Executive Vice President. “We feel that this move will enhance the networking,
educational and professional services provided to our respective membership and
trading business partners. In an increasingly competitive marketplace, the
ability to adapt and grow to meet our members’ needs is crucial and the meat
department continues to be an important point differentiation for many of our
members.”
NMA CEO Barry Carpenter adds, “We are excited for the opportunity to co-locate
with the National Grocers Association in February 2011. National Meat
Association strives to provide its members opportunities to open doors and
exercise options to make connections important to the success and continuance of
their businesses. In today’s upswing of the economy we look forward to effective
working relationships with affiliate organizations and we are pleased to begin
this venture with the outstanding group at N.G.A.”
The N.G.A. Annual Convention and Supermarket Synergy Showcase offers attendees
timely and relevant general sessions and workshops, exciting special events and
numerous networking opportunities to speak with other industry executives. The
N.G.A. Annual convention is an opportunity to network, share ideas and craft
solutions with your fellow grocery industry peers. As the only industry
association devoted exclusively to the independent sector, N.G.A. is here to
ensure you have the opportunity to succeed and better serve your customers.
MEATXPO is an equipment/machinery/technology show that focuses specifically on
the meat industry. NMA’s annual convention complements the trade show, with
roundtable sessions and forums that provide interactive exchange on current
issues. It is designed to give attendees access to some of the most influential
industry people.
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N.G.A. is the national trade association representing the retail and wholesale
grocers that comprise the independent sector of the food distribution industry.
An independent retailer is a privately owned or controlled food retail company
operating a variety of formats. Most independent operators are serviced by
wholesale distributors, while others may be partially or fully
self-distributing. Some are publicly traded but with controlling shares held by
the family and others are employee owned. Independents are the true
“entrepreneurs” of the grocery industry and dedicated to their customers,
associates, and communities. N.G.A. members include retail and wholesale
grocers, state grocers associations, as well as manufacturers and service
suppliers. For more information about N.G.A. and the independent sector of the
industry, see the N.G.A. website:
www.NationalGrocers.org.
Source:
National Grocers Association
