Walmart’s Scott Morris to deliver keynote at PLMA’s 2026 Annual Meeting & Leadership Conference
The topic is “The Future of Private Brands.”
The topic is “The Future of Private Brands.”
Retailers and suppliers packed 3,000 booths in Chicago, showcasing the innovation and momentum driving private label forward.
Retailers and suppliers called PLMA’s 2025 show one of the most successful and engaging shows in its history.
“The winners are a testament to the power of store brands in driving business success in all retail formats.”
"Meet the Retailers" and "Meet the Wholesalers" are twinned programs that are part of PLMA's popular PLMA Live! Lunch and Learn online speaker series.
"This year is a new record for PLMA in terms of the international scope and influence in the industry,” said Enriketa Beluli, PLMA’s manager of Global Pavilions.
Joel Rampoldt, CEO of Lidl US, will deliver the keynote address at PLMA’s 2025 “Store Brands Marketplace” Private Label Trade Show.
PLMA projects that total store brand sales will approach $277 billion in 2025, up from a record $271 billion in 2024.
“This is the premier event for the private label industry, uniting professionals from across the U.S. and around the globe to shape the future of store brands.”
Store brand dollar sales gained 5%, and unit sales rose 0.9%, compared to national brands, which were up 0.8% in dollars and down 1.1% in units during the quarter ending March 23, compared to the same period a year ago.
Kristal Sevcik has been re-elected chairperson of PLMA’s Board of Directors.
The ceremony honored nine distinguished individuals across three categories: Private Brand Champion, Private Brand Innovator, and Lifetime Achievement.
Every year, the Show brings together industry professionals representing all store formats.
Attendees will enjoy a fresh experience with more flexible, interactive sessions and a stronger speaker lineup.
PLMA’s 2024 Private Label Trade Show shattered records in Chicago, unveiling global innovations and trends shaping the future of store brands.
“One in two U.S. grocery shoppers consider a store’s private brand when choosing where to shop. And nine in 10 are likely to continue to buy private brands even if grocery prices decline.”