GroceryTech closes for 2025 with a look at where the industry is going in its perennial quest to meet customers wherever they are on their shopping journey. Elizabeth Lafontaine at Placer.ai will share insights on where and how consumers are spending their food dollars as they seek value, variety and experience from a growing mix of retailers. Scott Kaverman of Schnucks will explore the evolution of pricing at that Midwest grocer, through shelf edge technologies, smart carts and automation, among other advances. Grocery store founder Liz Abunaw will share her experience as an owner and operator and as a former CPG leader to explore the ways that independents stand out to meet shopper needs. Together, these trio of experts will look at the future of both internal operations and customer service and discuss how grocery tech may impact many facets of the business.