Name
Billions in the Basket: Engaging the Hispanic Shopper With Fresh
Date & Time
Friday, May 29, 2026, 10:20 AM - 11:00 AM
Ruth Villalonga Brian Dey Robert Veilleux Jennifer Strailey
Description

Hispanic consumers are the engine of fresh, outspending other demographics on the fresh perimeter by 4% annually. Are you meeting this important shopper’s high standards for quality and variety? This session breaks down the "fresh-first" mindset of the Hispanic shopper. Discover how optimizing your product mix, leveraging organic trends, and mastering cross-merchandising strategies do more than reach one demographic — they elevate the shopping experience throughout the store.

Moderator: Jennifer Strailey, The Packer

Panelists:

Ruth Villalonga, CEO and Founder, Villa Communications
Robert Veilleux, Vice President Produce & Floral Operations, Vallarta Super Markets

Brian Dey, Retail & Merchandising Innovations Manager, Four Seasons Produce

Location Name
The Pavillion
Full Address
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
74-855 Country Club Dr
Palm Desert, CA 92260
United States