Keynote speakers set for Global Produce and Floral Show
Keynote speakers at the 2024 Global Produce and Floral Show include the chairman and CEO of The Kroger Co. and the founder of Netflix.
The event is set for Oct. 17-19 in Atlanta.
Speakers will include A.B. Stoddard, columnist for The Bulwark and Contributor and guest host for Sirius XM’s POTUS Channel; Marc Randolph, co-founder and the first CEO of Netflix; Reshma Saujami, a leading activist and founder of Girls Who Code and Moms First; Rodney McMullen, chairman and CEO of The Kroger Co.; and Cathy Burns, CEO of the International Fresh Produce Association.
“The keynote sessions at the Global Show are a signature component of the convention offerings,” Nelia Alamo, Global Show committee chair and vice president of marketing for fresh produce company Markon, said in a news release. “It’s a time for members of our industry to gain new insights and find inspiration that will advance their careers, their companies, and our industry.”
Speaker schedule
Oct. 17
8:45 a.m.: The “State of the Industry” session featuring Cathy Burns will cover the future of industry tech and innovation.
1 p.m.: “That Will Never Work: The Birth of Netflix and the Amazing Life of an Idea” featuring Marc Randolph will detail the formation of Netflix, emphasizing the value of innovation, persistence, and optimism as well as the importance of analytics and testing, a novel corporate culture and an obsession with focus.
Oct. 18
8:35 a.m.: “Key Conversations: Insights on Challenges, Opportunities, and Change Ahead” will feature industry insights from Rodney McMullen and a discussion with A.B. Stoddard exploring how the election could impact policies, regulations and trade.
Oct. 19
7:45 a.m.: At the Women’s Fresh Perspectives Breakfast,“The Future of Women and Work (and Why It’s Different Than You Think)” will feature Reshma Saujami addressing the burden placed on women to be primary caregivers and four key steps for creating lasting change.
“Only attendees with an all-access pass can attend these presentations. We are excited to include the Women’s Fresh Perspectives Breakfast and speaker in the All-Access Pass this year,” Alamo said. “I encourage everyone to maximize their Global Show experience by joining us at these sessions.”
More information is available online.
