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Our conferences and events are an opportunity to network and learn from industry experts.

Feedback from delegates shows most people feel they learn something new, they are pleased with the quality of our speakers - both from IGD and elsewhere in the industry - and they appreciate the opportunities to network and meet with friends and colleagues from food and grocery.

We have a reputation for hosting conferences and events that deliver valuable insight from industry leaders, supply chain professionals and our own people.

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Forthcoming conferences Forthcoming conferences Forthcoming conferences
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* Asda Trade Briefing 2012
Asda Trade Briefing 2012 29 February 2012
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IGD's unmissable Asda Trade Briefing will once again feature an exceptional line up, led by Andy Clarke and the senior team.
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* Tesco Trade Briefing 2012
Tesco Trade Briefing 2012 01 May 2012
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If you're a Tesco supplier, IGD's unmissable Tesco Trade Briefing is your chance to hear direct from the Tesco senior team as they set out the opportunities for growth.
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* The Symbol Summit 2012
The Symbol Summit 2012 22-23 May 2012
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IGD's first ever Symbol Summit offers you an unrivalled opportunity to hear from five of the UK’s biggest symbol group operators. You'll learn how to engage with them and their retailers, find out how to drive your sales, and network with key customer contacts.
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* Discount Briefing 2012
Discount Briefing 2012 Early Bird
21 June 2012
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IGD’s Discount Briefing 2012 conference will give you all you need to know to trade successfully in a sector that delivered double-digit growth in 2011. Book now to save up to £135 per delegate.
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* The Wholesaling Summit 2012
The Wholesaling Summit 2012 Early Bird
18-19 September 2012
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Wholesaling continues to provide key opportunities for suppliers seeking to maximise their reach in the UK market. Make sure you're part of this by attending IGD's first ever two-day Wholesale Summit...an unrivalled opportunity to hear from the sector’s leading players.
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* Category Management & Shopper Marketing 2012
Category Management & Shopper Marketing 2012 Early Bird
25-26 September 2012
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IGD’s Category Management & Shopper Marketing 2012 conference is the largest event of its kind in Europe. Over two days, 300 delegates will hear 20+ speakers share their latest thinking and case study examples of the solutions being explored and implemented. Book now to take advantage of our early bird discount.
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* IGD Convention 2012
IGD Convention 2012 Early Bird
09 October 2012
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With the IGD Convention 2011 selling out six weeks before the event, we expect the 2012 event to do likewise. Industry-leading speakers are already lined-up, so make sure that you don’t miss out on the industry event of the year...book your places now.
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* Trading in a Digital World
Trading in a Digital World Early Bird
17 October 2012
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Online is set to be the fastest growing channel in our industry, reaching £6.8bn in 2012. Learn how you can share in this growth, hear from manufacturers, retailers and suppliers and get the latest on the online shopper at IGD's Trading in a Digital World conference.
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* Supply Chain Summit 2012
Supply Chain Summit 2012 Early Bird
14 November 2012
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IGD’s Supply Chain Summit is the annual opportunity for supply chain teams from across the industry to come together, share learning and identify opportunities. Book now to take advantage of our early bird discount.
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* Convenience Retailing 2012
Convenience Retailing 2012 Early Bird
15 November 2012
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At IGD's revamped and redesigned Convenience Retailing Conference, you’ll hear leading convenience retailers, manufacturers and suppliers sharing their thoughts and answering your questions. Book now to save £50 per delegate.
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Forthcoming free Leading Edge events Forthcoming free Leading Edge events Forthcoming free Leading Edge events
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* Time Management: Perfecting the juggling act
Time Management: Perfecting the juggling act Free
Dates throughout Feb/Mar
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Get the latest tips on how to effectively organise your time to ensure you're making the most of what you have at these free interactive workshops from Leading Edge.
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* Shopper Insights: The big picture
Shopper Insights: The big picture Free
Dates in March
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At this free masterclass from Leading Edge we'll help you add even more value in your role, how you can enhance your presentations or make your proposals more persuasive, and we'll discuss what IGD thinks will be top of shoppers' minds in 2012.
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* Communication: The forgotten art of listening
Communication: The forgotten art of listening Free
Dates in September
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At this free interactive workshop from Leading Edge see how honing your listening abilities can help improve your overall communication skills.
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* Manage Upwards: Have an impact at all levels
Manage Upwards: Have an impact at all levels Free
Dates in October
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At this free masterclass from Leading Edge discover what makes a "good boss" and investigate how certain behaviours can impact and motivate your colleagues and team.
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* Video - Online Grocery Retailing 2011
Video - Online Grocery Retailing 2011 18 October 2011
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IGD’s Online Grocery Retailing 2011 Conference took place on 18th October 2011 in London and set out to explore the growth potential offered by this exciting channel. Watch presentations from the day on our microsite.
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Keep up to date with all of our forthcoming industry events by downloading our new 2012 events calendar spreadsheet.

Download the events calendar here

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* IGD’s bespoke briefings and presentations offer an unrivalled way to get your team up-to-date.

From informal q&a sessions, to team meetings or internal conferences our experts are available to present their industry-leading research and discuss the implications for your business. 		*
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