You are invited to join us for our 2026 Publix Annual Supplier Meeting, brought to you by Florida Grocery Manufacturers' Representatives

An Invitation from Brad Oliver:

“On behalf of all of our speakers, we’re excited to share Publix’s latest business updates and insights, reflecting the strong partnerships that continue to drive our success. We invite you to extend this opportunity to senior leaders within your organization so they can engage directly with our teams, hear key updates firsthand and strengthen the connections that help us serve our customers.”

Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Time: 7AM - 11:30 AM (Breakfast/Beverages 7AM to 8:45AM)

Where: RP Funding Center, Lakeland, FL Directions

Cost: $230 (includes GMR membership of $80)

Attire: Business Casual

Parking: Free parking onsite and overflow parking is available at Green Lot on Lime Street (click here for a parking map)

Deadline: Register by April 23. Must register by March 27 to have name & company name included in 2026 Trade Directory.

Additional Information:

• No refunds will be given after 5 PM ET April 23.
• By registering and participating in a GMR event, you acknowledge our guidelines and liability waiver as posted on our website: floridagmr.org.
• Attendees must currently be suppliers to Publix, unless otherwise approved by Publix and the GMR.
• This event is closed to journalists and the press.
• When registering, please type your name and company name exactly as you want it to appear on your nametag and in the Trade Directory.
• For questions, contact Debbie Carmack at admin@floridagmr.org or (813)485-1905.

Itinerary:

7:00AM - 8:45AM - Networking & "Florida Flavors" Themed Breakfast Stations in GMR Cafe

7:00AM - 8:45AM - Check-in/Badge pickup in RP Funding Reception area

9:00AM - 11:30AM - Publix presentation in the Youkey Theatre

Speakers:

• Brad Oliver – Senior Vice President for Product Business Development
• Chris Haake – Vice President of Replenishment and Purchasing Support
• Chris Shaw – Vice President of Product Business Development for Grocery
• Cindy Roberts – Business Development Director of Dry Grocery & Non-Food Consumables
• Shannon McManus – Manager of Customer Wellness
• Rob Simons – Business Development Director of Refrigerated & Frozen CPG
• Sophia Just-Wells – Manager of Shopper Marketing
• Brett Ruvolo – Business Development Director of DSD Grocery
• Andy Patrias – Director of Supply Chain Planning and Procurement
• Andrew Griffin – Category Manager of Dairy, Ice Cream

Local Hotels:Courtyard by Marriott Lakeland Hilton Garden Inn - Lakeland Linder AirportHyatt Place LakelandResidence Inn Lakeland (marriott.com)SpringHill Suites Near the RP Funding Center (marriott.comThe Terrace Hotel Lakeland, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Courtyard by Marriott Lakeland 

Hilton Garden Inn - Lakeland Linder Airport

Hyatt Place Lakeland

Residence Inn Lakeland (marriott.com)

SpringHill Suites Near the RP Funding Center (marriott.com)

The Terrace Hotel Lakeland, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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(813) 485-1905

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admin@floridagmr,org

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