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GOPEX 2025 AGENDA
GOPEX 2025 is set to draw retailers, grower-shippers, wholesalers, importers, exporters and other decision-makers from across the fresh produce industry. See our fantastic line-up below of top educational topics! Additionally, the popular BizMatch meeting scheduler will be offered throughout the event to pair organics suppliers with qualified retail and wholesale buyers.
Time | Name | Description | Location Name | More Info |
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Monday, January 13, 2025 | ||||
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Registration Open | |||
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Yes, I will be golfing | Join us on the beautiful Miller Course at the JW Marriott Turnberry for a shotgun scramble tournament. Cost is $400 per person. Four-person best shot teams will be assigned the week before the event. | JW Turnberry Miller Course | |
11:00 AM - 2:30 PM | Yes, I'll join the afternoon activity at Tidal Cove Pool | Join us for food, cocktails, games and fun at Tidal Cove pool area Monday afternoon. Meet new people and enjoy the beautiful resort waterpark! Drinks and snacks provided. Registration required and limited. | ||
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Exhibitor Setup | Majestic Ballroom 1-5 | ||
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM | BizMatch | BizMatch Meetings are pre-determined/scheduled meetings between buyers and sellers.Those who are registered for BizMatch will receive details closer to the event. Want more information about BizMatch? Email us at produceexpos@farmjournal.com | Majestic Ballroom 6-8 | |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Opening Reception | Join us at the "Top Gun" themed opening reception! Dress Code: Casual chic with a touch of Top Gun swagger (flight suits optional, aviator sunglasses and dog tags encouraged). Top Gun Call Sign: PRODUCE | Cascata Pool | |
Tuesday, January 14, 2025 | ||||
6:45 AM - 7:45 AM | Yes, I'd like to join the Sunrise 5K Walk/Run | Join our attendees as we promote health and wellness with our morning 5K Run/Walk. Separate registration required. Race sponsored by: | Porte Cochere | |
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM | BizMatch | BizMatch Meetings are pre-determined/scheduled meetings between buyers and sellers.Those who are registered for BizMatch will receive details closer to the event. Want more information about BizMatch? Email us at produceexpos@farmjournal.com | Majestic Ballroom 6-8 | |
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM | Breakfast | Royal Ballroom | ||
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM | Who is today’s organic produce shopper and what’s the secret to driving their loyalty? | Speaker: Darren Seifer, Industry Advisor, Consumer Goods and Foodservice, Circana | Royal Ballroom | |
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM | How retailers are driving organics in-store, online and beyond | Retailers are increasingly leading the charge in organic, regenerative and sustainable agriculture - driving produce sales both in-store and online, while also championing environmental and trade justice initiatives that extend beyond the store's walls. Join us for a panel discussion with top retailers who are making significant strides in organic practices today. Learn about their sustainability initiatives and bold vision for the produce department of tomorrow. Don't miss the opportunity to experience how these industry leaders are shaping the future of produce and what it means to your business. Moderator: Kellee Harris, Giumarra | Royal Ballroom | |
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Engaging Conscious Consumers: Understanding, Connecting, and Influencing in the Modern Digital World | Speaker Steve Lerch | ||
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Lunch | Grab your lunch and choose your topic! Network with other attendees and recap topics from the morning sessions while enjoying your lunch. | ||
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Expo Open | Showtime! Visit all booths in our expo and see what's new in organics and more. | Majestic Ballroom 1-5 | |
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Closing Reception | Join us for the final evening of networking. All those new people and connections you made during the event - now is the time for one last conversation and follow-up! Join us for dinner, cocktails and a beautiful Florida sunset outside on the Magnolia Courtyard patio. Sponsored by: | Magnolia Courtyard |