From Shelf to Shopper: Insights Shaping NZ’s F&B Sector

On Thursday, 16 October, the Inspire+ event will bring together three industry experts to unpack the realities of New Zealand’s fast-changing food and beverage sector.

Our speakers include:

• Sam Price, Co-founder of Stocked – Sharing the retail reality for challenger and emerging brands, and what it takes to win shelf space.
• Deane Hubball, CEO of Focus Insights (Australia) – Presenting shopper research on how consumers are adapting to higher grocery prices and what it means for brands.
• Andrew Arnold, Country Director NZ at Shopper Intelligence – Delivering State of the Nation insights and how to turn shopper data into strategy.

This half-day session offers a connected view of the grocery market, from distribution challenges to shopper behaviour and brand strategy. Attendees will gain practical, actionable takeaways to guide growth in today’s competitive environment.