This includes more than 800 international suppliers and a record 50+ country pavilions. Authentic international foods and nonfoods from more than 60 countries will be showcased in the North, South and Sky Halls at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. The globally diverse product assortment includes gourmet and specialty food, ethnic products, authentic flavors, personal care items, household products and unique ingredients from their origin country.
The sold-out show floor of PLMA’s “The Store Brands Phenomenon 2024 – Empowering the Retail Industry” Private Label Trade Show, Nov. 17-19 in Chicago – will be filled with nearly 1,800 exhibitors and more than 3,000 booths.
Country and regional pavilions from North and South America, Europe and Asia will help buyers to source new and innovative products for today’s global consumer. These include five new pavilions this year:
- Morocco: Couscous, cotton candy, rice and more.
- Poland: Functional beverages, smoothies and vodka.
- Vietnam: Spices, seasonings, fruit juice and coconut milk.
- Portugal: Rice-based ready meals.
- Costa Rica: Frozen and dried pineapple and healthy snacks.
In addition, there will be expanded pavilions from Australia, Canada, Chile, France, Greece, Guatemala, Italy, Peru, Spain, Ukraine, and many other countries and regions.
Among the trends attendees will see this year at booths from international suppliers:
- Baby diapers/adult incontinence.
- Personal beauty products, includingcreams, toners, serums.
- Convenience foods and snacks with healthy attributes.
- Wine and spirits from Australia, France, Italy, South Africa, Argentina, Chile and more.
- Tequila from Mexico.
- Japanese gin.
- Nonalcoholic spirits.
What’s more, there’s a 25% increase in nonfood international booths this year, making it one of the fastest-growing segments of the Show. Nonfood categories include Beauty, Household Cleansers & Detergents, Paper & Plastics, Self-Care & Wellness and Pet Products.
Along with international products, the show provides one-stop-sourcing of American-made/U.S.-manufactured foods, beverages, flavors, ingredients, refrigerated and frozen foods, sustainable packaging, self-care, personal beauty, baby care, pet food and supplies, household goods, general merchandise, and much more.
Plus, a dedicated wine and spirits pavilion will be a main attraction at the Show. Wine, spirits, readyto- drink cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages will be featured in the pavilion.
Additionally, exhibitors will showcase the latest products and services that resonate with consumers in all life stages. Sustainable packaging and on-the-go snacks and beverages for Gen Z; functional beverages and other wellness products for Baby Boomers; and ethnic fare for millennials are among the many examples of multigenerational products that will be on display.
On-Site Exhibits
- PLMA’s Idea Supermarket®, featuring the latest product and packaging trends from around the globe.
- A display of retailer food and nonfood products that won a prestigious 2024 PLMA Salute to Excellence Award® for product innovation.
- Plus, there’s the New Product Expo:
The New Product Expo is a showcase of select product and packaging innovations from companies exhibiting at the show:
Located inside the Idea Supermarket in the lobby of the convention center, the New Product Expo features hundreds of new foods, beverages, household goods, personal care products and much more.
Both domestic and international exhibitors submitted items for consideration. Products were selected based on the level of innovation, sourcing, sustainability and packaging.
Each product is conveniently identified by product name, category, company name and booth number.
Speaker Line-Up
Along with the expansive exhibit floor, the Show offers an engaging and impactful speaker lineup at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare, which is located adjacent to the convention center.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 2 P.M.
OPENING SEMINARS:
Unlocking the $100 Billion Opportunity: The Future of Private Labels.
Randy Burt, Partner & Managing Director
Matt Hamory, Partner & Managing Director
Alix Partners
Generative AI: A Force to Increase Productivity.
Conor Grennan
Chief AI Architect,
NYU Stern School of Business
Top Trends for 2025.
Tom Vierhile VP, Strategic Insights, North America, Innova Market Insights
The Best Story Wins.
Tim Pollard CEO, Oratium
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 8 A.M.
Keynote Breakfast Dave Rinaldo, President ALDI
The expansion-minded efficient grocer that is an exemplar of store brand marketing will deliver the keynote address:
Hungry for Value: How Retailers and Manufacturers Can Fuel the Private Label Boom
Rinaldo will discuss how demand for private label is at an all-time high, and the industry is poised for continued growth. He will share insights about the retailer mindset and how the private label industry can come together to make the most of this historic moment.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19 8 A.M.
Retail Trends Breakfast
Why She Buys: Grow Sales and Market Share with the World’s Most Powerful Consumers
Bridget Brennan
Founder & CEO
Female Factor
