GC Buying Group Preps for 2025 GCX Member Conference in Atlanta

Dallas, November 20– GC Buying Group is preparing for the 22nd annual GCX: Start the Year Member Conference scheduled for the Atlanta Market, January 15-17, in conjunction with the Atlanta Winter Market.  

The Store Meeting on Wednesday will feature six Training Pods for small group access to leading brands, focused on selling and using featured products. Discussion topics during the day will allow store owners and buyers to share ideas and learn from each other about better ways of running their business and maintaining profitability. Dan Holman, CEO of Toronto-based Canadian Retail Solutions, serving North America, will walk retailers through his outline for “Wealthy Retailing in today’s Retail Market”. The12-step presentation will cover all key aspects of retail success. A combination of values, assessment and proven best practices will drive retail performance and prepare retailers for the future.

Wednesday evening’s Gala will bring together retailers, vendors, industry reps, market analysts and journalists in a relaxed social setting.  Thursday will be dedicated to the Vendor Showcase for top-to-top interaction among retailers and vendors, for viewing product and making first half plans. Rep groups and vendors will help GC wrap up the event by hosting stores Thursday evening for drinks, nibbles, and product reviewing in showrooms on the 8th floor of Building 2.

“GC is thrilled to commemorate our 22nd annual Start the Year Member Conference with the help of Andmore. As the retail landscape changes, having the camaraderie and support of vendors and Andmore for industry independents is a testament to the community GC has built, and reflects how much we love having the backs of such dedicated retailers,” exclaimed Janis Johnson, President and Founder of Gourmet Catalog/GC Buying Group. Johnson went on to say, “Independent retailers are passionate about the role they play in bringing vendors’ products to the local markets they serve.”

Johnson concluded, “GC proudly enters our 45th year of building better relationships and strengthening the bridge between GC stores and vendors.”

About GC Buying Group: 

GC Buying Group Members form the original and leading buying group in the kitchenwares industry. Celebrating 44 years in 2024, GC functions to ensure the success of independent retailers with a variety of programs and services, including discounts provided for our 300+ store members by vendor members. For more information on Gourmet Catalog/GC Buying Group, call: +1-214-855-0005, email: info@gourmetcatalog.com or visit: gcbuyinggroup.com.