2025 Independent Grocer Summit
This registration is closed. Please email Destenie Sullivan, destenie@illinois.edu with any questions you might have. Thank you!
2025 Independent Grocer Summit
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 | 9:30am-2:30pm
John A. Logan College Conference Center
700 Logan College Dr, Carterville, IL 62918
Join fellow independent grocers from Southern Illinois to explore key topics, network with other leaders in independent grocery, and learn from innovators in the industry.
Content Includes:
- Funding and Grant Resources
- Energy Efficiency Opportunities
- Digital Marketing and AI
- Ownership Transition Planning
- Resiliency and Adaptability
- Peer Networking Opportunities
Lunch provided
$20/participant
Questions?
John Shadowens
johnms@illinois.edu
217-333-4110
Thank you to our generous sponsors, Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program, Winkler Wholesale Grocers, and Prairie Farms.
This event is made possible by the University of Illinois Extension, Southern Illinois Community Foundation, Western Illinois University, and Sen. Dale Fowler.