What Pet Owners Care About: What's Shaping the Pet Care Industry
Published Retail 26. 9. 2024
Published Retail 26. 9. 2024
The specialized conference Retail in Detail: Friends of Pets will take place for the sixth time at the KC City conference center in Prague. Organized by Blue Events, the event is designed for professionals in the pet care industry, including manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and service providers. The conference will focus on the current trends and challenges in this rapidly growing sector.
Focus on the Dynamic Pet Care Market
The conference program reflects the dynamic nature of the pet care market, where demand for quality pet food, accessories, and services continues to rise. The main theme of the opening session will be the impact of inflation on consumer behavior. Zuzana Sechterová from NIQ will present changes in consumer purchasing habits in the pet food sector. Martin Slavětínský from Heureka Group will focus on the growing trend in categories of accessories and services, which are becoming increasingly popular. Milan Rytíř from Vafo Praha will open the discussion on how manufacturers are addressing customers´ needs and in which areas they might complicate their shopping experience.
Introducing Innovative Solutions and New Approaches
A key speaker at the conference will be Tomáš Kubeš from Bene Meat Technologies, a company specializing in the production of cultivated meat. This revolutionary solution offers a sustainable alternative to traditional pet food and has great potential to transform the future of agriculture and animal husbandry as we know it today.
Expert Discussions and Experience Sharing
The afternoon part of the program will be dedicated to a panel discussion featuring key players in the market. Representatives from various segments, including independent retailers, manufacturers, and large retail chains, will participate. Attendees can look forward to gaining deeper insights into the current challenges and opportunities in this unique market segment.
The Retail in Detail: Friends of Pets conference offers a unique opportunity in the Czech market to get an overview of the latest trends and innovations in the pet care sector, which has seen dynamic growth in recent years. The event will take place on October 16, 2024, at KC City in Prague. For more information about the program and registration, visit the conference website.
Media Contact:
Tereza Ordóñez
Email: tereza.ordonez@blueevents.eu
Register at: www.friendsofpets.cz
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