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CINCINNATI — Kroger Health will stage the 2024 Nourishing Change Conference July 15 to July 17 at the Hard Rock Casino here.
Colleen Lindholz
The gathering is dedicated to exploring the transformative power of Food as Medicine as well as other critical personalized health interventions that can improve the well-being of individuals and communities. The conference will drive important conversations on how grocers and suppliers can work together to impact and drive change across the communities they serve.
“At Kroger Health, we have the unprecedented opportunity to change the way America eats. With so many long-term diseases that are able to be prevented or slowed by small diet changes, Food as Medicine is a critical step toward improving health outcomes for millions of people in the U.S.,” says Kroger Health president Colleen Lindholz.
“Nourishing Change will bring together diverse leaders from organizations that each play a role in creating healthy solutions and driving better results. During our two-and-a-half-day conference, we will explore the future of retail health and host rich conversations on the ways innovation and collaboration will fundamentally nourish our communities.”
A key element of the event is its platform for better-for-you, emerging brands focused on helping people live healthier lives. Food or nonfood brands that are unavailable at, or have minimal distribution (two or fewer divisions) in Kroger Co. stores, were invited to apply for one of the limited spots in the conference’s Product Pavilion. Those selected have the opportunity to provide product information and samples. Brands in the pavilion will be highlighted to Kroger’s leadership and merchandisers, and Kroger Health associates, as well as other leaders in the health and nutrition industry.
Participants in the pavilion will be evaluated by industry leaders, with the top three health-forward products being selected for distribution in up to 500 Kroger-owned stores. The top three suppliers will also have the opportunity to present their product and share their brand story on the main stage during the conference.
The keynote address will be delivered on July 16 by Padma Lakshmi, an Emmy-nominated TV host, producer and food connoisseur.
