PLMA自有品牌贸易展推出“创意世界”专区及高管教育系列

CHICAGO — Every November, the Private Label Trade Show, which is produced by the Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA), brings together a diverse mix of retail and wholesale buyers, brokers, distributors and exhibitors to experience the latest product innovation in a variety of categories.

From food and beverage to pet care to household products, the event showcases the wares of exhibitors from around the world who connect with buyers representing an assortment of retailers, including big box, online and grocery stores.

On Nov. 15-17, PLMA’s Private Label Trade Show attendees will have more opportunities to view the latest and greatest products on the floor at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, as the event has attracted both returning and new exhibitors for its 3,000 booths.

“Of course, we want to see the show grow, but it’s not just about the numbers,” Dan Weil, Senior Director, Chicago Trade Show at PLMA, said. “It’s about bringing the right people together and making sure exhibitors and attendees have a productive experience.”

PLMA Introduces Attendees to a “World of Ideas”

PLMA is enhancing the exhibitor and attendee experience with the new World of Ideas feature, which is dedicated to innovation and new product development. It is made up of three showcases:

The New Product Expo will display 300 products that were selected for their originality. These product and packaging innovations come from more than 200 exhibitors from 35 countries.

Retail Trends features the latest global private label developments. The display includes more than 50 supermarkets, specialty stories, hypermarkets and discounters.

The best private label products will be honored by category during the Salute to Excellence Awards — a competition where more than 70 retailers enter their food and non-food innovations.

Weil says that these showcases are designed to help attendees and exhibitors alike get the most out of the show and do business more efficiently.

“For exhibitors, that means more opportunities to get their products in front of qualified buyers and build relationships that can lead to new business,” Weil explained. “For retailers, it’s about making the best use of their time. They’re coming to Chicago with specific sourcing needs, but they’re also looking for new ideas and products that can help differentiate their store brand programs. Our World of Ideas gives them a chance to see what’s new before heading onto the show floor.”

The event will also include a new education component, the Executive Education Insight Series, which will take place on the Sunday morning before its traditional opening seminars.

“We’ve brought together experts to address some of the issues manufacturers and retailers are dealing with, including tariffs, ultra-processed foods, sales strategies and private brand development,” Weil said. “We know people are already making the trip to Chicago, so we wanted to give them another opportunity to learn from experts and take home information they can use in their businesses.”

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