Ireland's Leading
Grocery Retail Conference
April 29th
InterContinental Hotel, Dublin
The annual Checkout Conference, organised by Ireland’s market award-winning trade publication Checkout, is the longest running dedicated conference for the grocery retail and FMCG industries in Ireland.
Ireland's Leading Grocery Retail Event
The annual Checkout Conference, organised by Ireland’s market award-winning trade publication Checkout, is the longest running dedicated conference for the grocery retail and FMCG industries in Ireland.
April 29th
InterContinental Hotel, Dublin
Shaping Tomorrow's Retail Today
The Checkout Conference 2025 will be a curated event focusing on how retailers and brands can best respond to an ever changing and rapidly evolving grocery retail industry.
Keynotes
Strategies and insights to help brands navigate retail challenges and opportunities.
Expert-led fireside chats
Learn from industry leaders about the latest trends and strategies.
Networking opportunities
Meet new faces and make connections in a friendly networking environment.
Career advancement
Discover solutions that will benefit your career, your business and the industry.
WHO ATTENDS
Shaping Tomorrow's Retail Today
The Checkout Conference 2025 will be a curated event focusing on how retailers and brands can best respond to an ever changing and rapidly evolving grocery retail industry.
Keynotes
Strategies and insights to help brands navigate retail challenges and opportunities.
Expert-led panels
Learn from industry operators about the latest trends and strategies.
Networking opportunities
Meet new faces and make connections in a friendly networking environment.
Career advancement
Discover solutions that will benefit your career, your business and the industry.
WHO ATTENDS
Insights from the industry's best operators
We’re proud to host a lineup of leading voices from Ireland’s grocery retail and FMCG sectors. Gain valuable insights from experts shaping the future of the industry.
Speakers
John Moane
Group Chief Executive
BWG Foods UC
Brian Donaldson
Chief Executive
The Maxol Group
Conor Kilduff
CEO
Love Irish Food
David Berry
Country Manager – Ireland
NielsenIQ
Jane McDaid
Founder & Head of Creative Innovation
THINKHOUSE
Panel Discussions
More to be announced in the coming days...
Malachy O'Connor
Founder and Lead Consultant
Food First Consulting
Moderator
Sarah Ferguson
General Manager of Central & Eastern Europe, the Med & Nordic
Kellogg’s
Brian Malone
Commercial Director, Off Trade
HEINEKEN Ireland
Steve McKenna
Chief Technology Officer
Musgrave Group
Avril O’Hehir
Chief Financial and Information Officer,
Lidl Ireland & Northern Ireland
Sylvia Cawley
Head of dunnhumby Ireland
dunnhumby Ireland
Insights from the industry's best operators
We’re proud to host a lineup of leading voices from Ireland’s grocery retail and FMCG sectors. Gain valuable insights from experts shaping the future of the industry.
Speakers
John Moane
Group Chief Executive
BWG Foods UC
Brian Donaldson
Chief Executive
The Maxol Group
Conor Kilduff
CEO
Love Irish Food
David Berry
Country Manager – Ireland
NielsenIQ
Jane McDaid
Founder & Head of Creative Innovation
THINKHOUSE
Panel Discussions
More to be announced in the coming days...
Malachy O'Connor
Founder and Lead Consultant
Food First Consulting
Moderator
Sarah Ferguson
General Manager of Central & Eastern Europe, the Med & Nordic
Kellogg’s
Brian Malone
Commercial Director, Off Trade
HEINEKEN Ireland
Steve McKenna
Chief Technology Officer
Musgrave Group
Avril O’Hehir
Chief Financial and Information Officer,
Lidl Ireland & Northern Ireland
Sylvia Cawley
Head of dunnhumby Ireland
dunnhumby Ireland
SPONSORS
Who attends?
If you are a senior executive working at a head-office level in the FMCG and grocery retail sectors, a buyer or supplier targeting the Irish grocery retail industry, a professional in supply chain or packaging, a research company, or simply interested in staying informed about this dynamic space, this event is for you.
SPONSORS
Who attends?
If you are a senior executive working at a head-office level in the FMCG and grocery retail sectors, a buyer or supplier targeting the Irish grocery retail industry, a professional in supply chain or packaging, a research company, or simply interested in staying informed about this dynamic space, this event is for you.
Insights from the industry's best operators
We’re proud to host a lineup of leading voices from Ireland’s grocery retail and FMCG sectors. Gain valuable lessons from experts shaping the future of the industry.
Keynote Speakers
Announced so far...
John Moane
Group Chief Executive
BWG Foods UC
Conor Kilduff
CEO
Love Irish Food
David Berry
Country Manager – Ireland
NielsenIQ
Jane McDaid
Founder & Head of Creative Innovation
THINKHOUSE
PAST SPONSORS
What past attendees have said:
“The Checkout Conference is always fantastic. The speaker lineup is superb – diverse and insightful.”
— Sales Director, FMCG
What our past attendees have said:
“The Checkout Conference is always fantastic. The speaker lineup is superb – diverse and insightful.”
— Sales Director, FMCG
"I've gotten some of the best advice from Garett, literally life changing."
- Garth (Sparr, FL)
"I've been subscribed to Gritness for about a year now. My recipe collection has never been better."
- Margarette (Columbus, OH)
Purchase your ticket
Don't miss out – book your ticket today whilst they're still available!
Prefer to pay via invoice? Reach out below.
Purchase your ticket
Don't miss out – book your ticket today whilst they're still available!
Prefer to pay via invoice? Reach out below.
"I've gotten some of the best advice from Garett, literally life changing."
- Garth (Sparr, FL)
"I've been subscribed to Gritness for about a year now. My recipe collection has never been better."
- Margarette (Columbus, OH)
Purchase your ticket
What our attendees are saying:
“EventCon was a transformative experience. The workshops and seminars provided actionable insights that I could apply immediately.”
— Jordan S.
“The networking opportunities at EventCon were fantastic. I made connections that have already led to new career opportunities."
— Morgan W.
“The expert speakers were incredibly knowledgeable. EventCon gave me a fresh perspective on my career path.”
— Casey R.
FAQ's
Who can attend the Checkout Conference?
Past attendees include executives from Aryzta Bakeries Ireland, The Maxol Group, Smurfit Kappa Display, Mondelez Ireland, Aramark, Applegreen, Aldi Ireland, Aurivo Consumer Foods, Barry Group, Bord Bia, Boyne Valley Group, BWG Foods, Coca-Cola HBC Ireland, Donnelly Fruit & Veg, Gala Retail Services, John Player, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland, Mars Ireland, PepsiCo UK & Ireland and Philip Morris Ltd.
Are there opportunities for networking?
It is considered a must attend event for senior executives in the trade, due to the high calibre of speakers and its status as a premium networking opportunity for retail and FMCG professionals.
FAQ's
Who can attend the Checkout Conference?
Past attendees include executives from Aryzta Bakeries Ireland, The Maxol Group, Smurfit Kappa Display, Mondelez Ireland, Aramark, Applegreen, Aldi Ireland, Aurivo Consumer Foods, Barry Group, Bord Bia, Boyne Valley Group, BWG Foods, Coca-Cola HBC Ireland, Donnelly Fruit & Veg, Gala Retail Services, John Player, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland, Mars Ireland, PepsiCo UK & Ireland and Philip Morris Ltd.
Are there opportunities for networking?
It is considered a must attend event for senior executives in the trade, due to the high calibre of speakers and its status as a premium networking opportunity for retail and FMCG professionals.
Ready to shape tomorrow's retail today?
Don’t miss Ireland's premier grocery retail and FMCG event! Register for the Checkout Conference to gain strategies and insights for tackling retail challenges and seizing opportunities.
Ready to shape tomorrow's retail today?
Don’t miss Ireland's premier grocery retail and FMCG event! Register for the Checkout Conference to gain strategies and insights for tackling retail challenges and seizing opportunities.
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