Events
VELOCITY BOLD BASH 2024
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2023 | 6:00 - 8:00 CST JOE'S LIVE ROSEMONT5441 PARK PLACE, ROSEMONT, IL 60018 End the long day on the PLMA trade show floor with a cocktail and a conversation. A BIGGER & BETTER BOLD BASH! Meet and mingle with private brand industry Retailers, Manufacturers & Solution Partners at Joe’s Lve steps away from the PLMA Trade Show at the Donald E. Stephens Convention & Conference Center. New for this year Bold Awards ceremony honoring the Boldest 2024 Retailers, Manufacturers & Solution Partners, Innovators & Champions Live Band Expanded Sponsorship OpportunitiesThe ultimate "presenting"
VELOCITY EUROPE 2024
VELOCITY EUROPE THE FUTURE OF RETAILER-OWNED BRANDS SUMMIT a FREE virtual event JUNE 27, 2024 | 14:00 - 17:00 This fast-paced FREE online event will explore the future of Retailer-owned Brands (private brand / private label / store brand) in Europe. Presentations and panels will feature retailers, manufacturers, and solution partners discussing the industry today and the opportunities for the future. WHO'S SPEAKING Join us to hear Retail-owned Brand Executives and thought leaders share trends, insights, stories, and experiences. Here’s a preview of some of our featured speakers!
VERTEX AWARDS EUROPE
CELEBRATION & CEREMONY 2024 Monday, 27 May | 18:00 - 20:00 DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station Amsterdam, The Netherlands The Vertex Awards Celebration & Ceremony will bring the whole Retail-owned Brand (private brand) industry together in Amsterdam to celebrate the 11th Anniversary Vertex Awards winners. Attendees will mix and mingle over drinks and hors-d’oeuvres to accept trophies, network, and celebrate private brands. Vertex Awards are brought to you by REGISTER Your Content Goes Here DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station Canalside and steps from Centraal Station
VELOCITY INSTITUTE INNOVATE 24
Watch recordings from the live 2-hour, fast-paced FREE online summit that dove deep into private brand collaboration and innovation. Presentations and panels will include executive insights from retailers, manufacturers, and solution partners. AGENDA Insights from the Annual Velocity Private Brand Innovation Industry Research Christopher Durham, President, VELOCITY INSTITUTE Innovation and the Future of Retailer Owned Brands Jean Ryan, Vice President, Strategic Advisory, DAYMON Innovation, Differentiation and the Changing
VELOCITY CONFERENCE + EXPO 24
The must-attend event for ALL retailers, manufacturers, and solution partners dedicated to building and growing Retailer-owned Brands (private brands.) MAY 13-15, 2024 SHERATON HOTEL + CONFERENCE CENTER CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA REGISTER NOW! The Velocity Institute’s marque event returns to Charlotte, NC. Join us as we bring together industry leaders to accelerate change and uncover the potential of retailer-owned brands (private brands, private labels, store brands, own brands) to win. With exclusive speakers from top retailers, challengers, and thought leaders, the conference + expo
Vertex Awards Standard Entries Close Friday!
ENTER TODAY! Vertex Awards Standard Entries Close Friday! The Vertex Awards are back. Submissions are officially open for the competition to gain global recognition for outstanding Retailer-owned Brand (private brand / private label) package design. Retailers, manufacturers, and agencies can now enter their designs with the lowest price of this year's competition the Early Bird Rate. The competition is a testament to the commitment to innovation and creativity in the private brand package design industry. Winning a Vertex award brings recognition and prestige to the recipients, highlighting their dedication to pushing the boundaries of design. It catalyzes the
10 Events Announced for the 2024 Velocity Institute Schedule!
Today, the Velocity Institute announced the 2024 Event Schedule, including a record-setting nine events in the United States, Europe, and Online. The Velocity Institute is the Retailer-owned Brand association dedicated to bringing together private brand industry executives to connect, share knowledge, and explore topics and solutions tailored to growing the industry. Sponsorships and Booths are now available for all 2024 events. Build your private brand business and increase brand awareness with a sponsorship. Packages include in-event and online branding, social media, event tickets, sampling, and speaking on the Velocity Stage! The groundbreaking 2024 agenda includes: Velocity Private Brand
VELOCITY INSTITUTE STATE OF THE INDUSTRY 2024
DECEMBER 19, 2024, 2024 | 10:00 - 12:00 EST | A FREE VIRTUAL EVENT Thu Dec 19, 2024, at 12:45 PM EST This summit brings together industry experts, thought leaders, and professionals from various fields to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the industry. Thu Dec 19, 2024 at 12:45 PM EST Get ready to gain valuable knowledge and stay ahead of the curve. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the future. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable virtual experience! SPONSOR
Velocity State of the Industry ON DEMAND
The Velocity Institute STATE OF THE INDUSTRY 2023 Virtual Summit which was held December 14, 2023 is now available to watch ON DEMAND on the Velocity Institute Youtube channel. The 2-hour fast-paced event looked at the current state of the Retail-owned Brand (private brand) industry. Presentations and panels will include insights from exclusive consumer and industry research as well as executive insights from retailers, manufacturers, and solution partners. WATCH ON DEMAND AGENDA State of the Industry - Inside the New Research Christopher Durham, President - VELOCITY INSTITUTE Christopher will present a look
VELOCITY INSTITUTE PRIVATE BRAND + AI SUMMIT
NOW ON DEMAND This FREE online summit will explore AI and its potential uses and pitfalls for private brands and retail. Presentations will include AI trailblazers, apologists, analysts, and thought leaders. Retailer-owned Brands are at an inflection point with AI. Retail executives no longer consider AI the future but are asking their teams how they'll deliver AI to be smarter, faster, and more customer-centric. Join us to hear from industry thought leaders and challengers to learn where the industry is going and how retail and its brands deliver on the promise of AI. In the
