GS1 US Event Calendar

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1/15/2012
 1/18/2012 Retail’s BIG Show
Retail's BIG Show is the flagship event of the National Retail Federation (NRF) held annually in New York City. The four-day event at the Jacob K Javitz Convention Center offers unparalleled education, collegial networking, and an enormous EXPO Hall for approximately 22,000 attendees representing every aspect of retail operations. In addition to an interactive booth on the exhibit floor highlighting the value of GS1 Standards, GS1 US will also be leading two sessions at NRF’s BIG Show.
1/22/2012 1/24/2012  GMA/FMI Supply Chain Conference
The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) and Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) will present the third annual Supply Chain Conference, jointly hosted by the FMI-GMA Trading Partner Alliance (TPA)*. This even is a uniquely effective forum for retailers and manufacturers to come together to establish collaborations that foster supply chain efficiency, reduce costs and drive value.
1/29/2012 2/1/2012  IFDA Partners Executive Forum
Meeting participants include senior company leadership with responsibility for overall corporate strategy AND account managers with knowledge of specific trade relationships. Subjects appropriate for the meetings include mutual growth opportunities, company and product growth goals, how specific trading partners fit in achieving those goals, how you can work together to develop better programs, and representation and support of new items.
1/30/2012 2/1/2012 6th Annual Leadership Summit on Health Care Supply Chain Management
Healthcare executives from leading organizations address how they transformed their supply chain departments into centralized systems with a strategic, collaborative and innovative focus to accomplish the overall business and clinical goals of the organization. Save $200 off the registration rate. Use promo code DJH594. (Not valid for gov't only rate.)
2/7/2012 2/7/2012 GLN Implementation Workshop
Complimentary session for data managers, EDI professionals, and other healthcare supply chain professionals with front-line responsibility for implementing the GS1 Global Location Number (GLN) into their organizations. Learn directly from healthcare provider and supplier professionals who have experience successfully implementing the GLN and leave with the information to begin implementation within your organization. Sponsored by AHRMM, SMI, HSCA and GS1 Healthcare US. Space is limited.
2/15/2012 2/17/2012 Consumer Goods Food Safety Event
The Global Food Safety Conference is a unique annual event that will bring together over 1000 leading food safety specialists from over 60 countries around the world to advance food safety globally. It will also provide the opportunity to meet and network with industry peers, share knowledge in break-out sessions, benefit from thought-provoking presentations from internationally reputed industry experts and use the conference experience as a source of innovative ideas to implement in your workplace. 
2/26/2012 2/22/2012 CIHL 2012 Research Conference
Annual CIHL healthcare logistics research conference.
2/26/2012 2/29/2012  IFMA Chain Operators Exchange (COEX)
How can you put innovation to work for you? Find out at COEX 2012, where operators and suppliers hear how innovations in marketing, operations, service and culinary products can be applied to tackle challenges in these areas: regulation, the economy, messaging and changing demographics. COEX 2012 brings you cutting-edge perspectives from your fellow supply-chain leaders. The insights and data you gain at COEX will help you increase growth, satisfy customers and build repeat business.
2/27/2012 2/29/2012 IFT-ALACCTA Food Science & Innovation Conference
Hosted by Institute of Food Technologists and the Latin American and Caribbean Association of Food Science and Technology (ALACCTA), the Food Science & Innovation Conference is the event for the region’s food professionals to meet and exchange perspectives on leading practices, issues and hot topics impacting the global food industry.
3/11/12 3/13/12 International Boston Seafood Show
Showcasing more than 900 suppliers from 120 countries offering a wide variety of seafood products, services, and equipment, the International Boston Seafood Show/Seafood Processing America is North America’s largest must attend seafood event.
 3/20/12  3/21/12 The VICS Collaborative Planning, Forecasting and Replenishment (CPFR®) Certification is an intensive 2-day program focused approach of “Essences”, “Principles” and “Practices”. The program is being hosted by GS1 US in Lawrenceville, New Jersey.
 3/20/12  3/22/12 National Restaurant Association - Executive Study Group - Nutrition
The National Restaurant Association's new Nutrition Study Group will meet at least once a year, providing informal, open and flexible forums where foodservice executives can discuss pertinent issues, benchmark company programs against industry norms, provide non-binding advice to the National Restaurant Association on a wide range of technical issues, and get updated on topics of concern.
The Nutrition Study Group welcomes restaurant-industry professionals in a range of fields. Participation is open to registered dietitians, as well as professionals who work on nutrition-related issues, including quality assurance, research and development, and communications.
4/16/12 4/18/12 GS1 Healthcare US Workgroup Forum
Three day face-to-face working session for GS1 Healthcare US members. Hear workgroup updates, learn about the industry progress, meet industry participants, and address the supply chain issues that most impact healthcare in the U.S.
5/1/12 5/3/12 United Fresh AMI FMI
United Fresh 2012 is the must-attend destination for building sales and profitability with the excitement and innovation in fresh produce! Join thousands of produce industry leaders for United’s innovative trade show format customized for each segment of the produce industry – Grower-Shipper, Wholesaler-Distributor, Fresh-Cut Processor, and Retail-Foodservice. What’s more, United’s exclusive Food Safety Pavilion and Traceability and Logistics Pavilion showcase the latest technologies and emerging solutions for today’s critical challenges. This outstanding combination of cutting-edge education, technical innovations, marketing expertise and networking opportunities makes United Fresh 2012 the best strategic event for produce industry leaders who are ready to grow and succeed.
5/5/12 5/8/12 NRA Show
Industry optimism is increasing as consumer spending begins to rise again. It’s time to be proactive, refresh your skills and equipment, and get your entire operation ready for business. NRA Show 2012 is where to start!
6/4/2012 6/8/2012 GS1 Connect 2012
Leverage the power of information to move your business forward at GS1 Connect 2012. Regardless of your business, company size, or individual goals, the GS1 Connect Conference is your annual opportunity to fully explore how GS1 Standards can help you leverage the power of information. 
6/5/2012 6/8/2012
Premier’s Annual Breakthroughs Conference and Exhibition
Interact with peers, suppliers, industry experts and Premier to exchange ideas and share best practices that have immediate impact on improving quality while safely reducing the cost of care. GS1 Healthcare US speaking.
6/6/2012 6/8/2012 WCO IT Conference
A three-day high-level international event with over 30 leading experts offering insight and opinion on critical issues and focusing on the vital role of information technology can play in linking all parties operating at the border in the most effective manner.
7/20/12 7/22/12 PMA Foodservice Conference & Exposition 2010 (Produce Marketing Association)
The PMA Foodservice Conference & Exposition is the only event focused exclusively on fresh produce in foodservice and is widely rated by attendees as one of the industry's best values for learning and networking. Buyers and suppliers from all points along the foodservice supply chain benefit from a wide ranging program which includes networking, an exposition, education, golf, cooking demos, and more.
7/22/12 7/24/12 IFDA/IFMA Sales & Marketing Conference
After holding a joint conference in 2010 and 2011, IFDA and IFMA decided this summer to return to holding separate events crafted to the specific needs of their memberships
10/1/12 10/1/12 United Fresh 2012 Washington Public Policy Conference
United’s Washington Public Policy Conference is the only event where the entire fresh produce industry unites to make a real difference on produce industry priorities and help ensure a more profitable future. United’s Washington Public Policy Conference is where produce industry leaders and our nation’s policymakers come together to address key issues such as food safety, farm labor, nutrition and consumption, the Farm Bill and many other priority issues.
10/26/12 10/29/12 PMA Fresh Summit
That's why PMA's Fresh Summit International Convention & Exposition is the must attend event for you and your colleagues. It is a dynamic platform that keeps you up to speed with a changing global supply chain. As the association representing the fresh fruit and vegetable industry, PMA's connections reach across the supply chain and around the world, helping Fresh Summit attract the best of today's decision-makers, and tomorrow's game changers. With more than 18,500 people participating, Fresh Summit can help you anticipate change, identify emerging trends, and profit from new opportunities.
10/29/12 10/31/12 IFDA Distribution Solutions Conference
The 2012 Distribution Solutions Conference will take place October 29-31 at the Rio All-Suite Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Information on the 2012 conference will be made available in the near future.