2026 Annual Independent Grocer Summit
This registration is closed. Please email John Shadowens, johnms@illinois.edu with any questions you might have. Thank you!
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 | 9:00am-2:00pm
John A. Logan College Conference Center
700 Logan College Dr, Carterville, IL 62918
Join your fellow independent grocers for our second annual summit as we explore key topics, network with other leaders in independent grocery, and learn from innovators in the industry. This year’s theme is “Maximizing Profitability”. You will discover tools you can use to stretch your margin in meaningful amounts and instruments for benchmarking profitability in keys sectors against industry standards. Content will also include more on digital marketing and new collaboration opportunities to support your business.
John A. Logan College Conference Center
700 Logan College Dr, Carterville, IL 62918
Join your fellow independent grocers for our second annual summit as we explore key topics, network with other leaders in independent grocery, and learn from innovators in the industry. This year’s theme is “Maximizing Profitability”. You will discover tools you can use to stretch your margin in meaningful amounts and instruments for benchmarking profitability in keys sectors against industry standards. Content will also include more on digital marketing and new collaboration opportunities to support your business.
Lunch provided
$25/participant if paid online or $30/participant if paying cash or check at the door
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, and Western Illinois University
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