Category Management Association

Ready to take your skills to the next level and connect with industry leaders? Early bird pricing is now open for our 2025 Annual Conference in San Antonio, Texas—the ultimate gathering for category management, shopper insights, and space planning professionals. ?? ? Experience several days of invaluable learning, networking, and community building designed to empower you and drive your business forward. Hear from experts like James Jackson about why this event is a must-attend for anyone shaping the future of retail. Don’t wait—secure your spot at early bird rates today. This is where innovation and retail collide! https://bit.ly/4evEtZE ?? #EarlyBird #SanAntonio2025 #RetailInnovation #CategoryManagement #SpacePlanning #ShopperInsights

Still unsure if you should attend the 2025 Annual CMA/SIMA Conference? ?? Well we've got 10 great reasons why you should! From a networking heaven to the fun after business hours action, you won't want to miss out on this fun experience! ?? We've got early bird pricing specials going on as we speak! Take advantage of the special pricing and secure your spot today. Don’t miss out—this is where the future of retail takes shape! https://bit.ly/4evEtZE #EarlyBird #SanAntonio2025 #RetailInnovation #CategoryManagement #SpacePlanning #ShopperInsights

?? Get ready to elevate your skills and connect with the best in the industry! Early bird pricing is now available for our 2025 Annual Conference in San Antonio, Texas—the premier event for category management, shopper insights, and space planning professionals. ? Join us for several unforgettable days filled with community building, networking, and cutting-edge learning that will empower you and your business. Listen to what our own Emily Callahan has to say about this amazing upcoming event! ?? Take advantage of early bird pricing and secure your spot today. Don’t miss out—this is where the future of retail takes shape! https://bit.ly/4evEtZE #EarlyBird #SanAntonio2025 #RetailInnovation #CategoryManagement #SpacePlanning #ShopperInsights

Teamwork makes the dream work! ?? Last week, our Chicago crew gathered for a "Friendsgiving" feast, celebrating each other and the holidays ahead. We're so thankful for our incredible team. Here are some snapshots from the celebration! #CatMan #CPG #Retail #BlueOpsPartners #EBMSoftware #SpacePlanning #StudioXerxes #Officefun #Thanksgiving

?? CMA Certification Spotlight: Dana Symons ?? Meet Dana S., Category and Consumer Insight Manager at Lassonde and proud CPCA holder! ?? After years in category analytics, Dana pursued the CPCA certification to formalize her expertise and stay ahead in the evolving world of CATMAN 3.0—learning how e-commerce strategies differ from brick-and-mortar. Now, she’s using her certification to enhance internal processes, align with best practices, and explore new CMA resources to benefit her team. Her advice? “Go for it! Whether you’re new or experienced, this certification fills knowledge gaps and keeps you current with industry trends.” https://bit.ly/4fXy9L6 Congrats, Dana! ?? #CMAcertified #CategoryManagement #CareerGrowth

?? Mark your calendars! ?? Join us at the must-attend event of 2025 for category management, shopper insights, and space planning pros! ?? ?? Cutting-edge learning ?? Unforgettable connections ?? Dynamic keynotes & workshops In a world of uncertainty, you’ll walk away with the tools to drive your business forward. Don’t miss out—secure your spot now! https://bit.ly/4eATnxu #RetailSuccess #CPGLeaders #CategoryManagement #ShopperInsights #SpacePlanning #AnnualConference2025

?? 86 Days to Go! ?? The countdown to our Annual Conference is ON, and we’re getting hyped! ?? ?? Mark your calendars for [insert date] because this year’s event is going to be bigger, bolder, and better than ever. ?? Industry insights ?? Incredible speakers ?? Networking like never before ...and maybe even some surprises ??! ?? Stay tuned as we count down the days with sneak peeks, behind-the-scenes updates, and reasons why this is the can't-miss event of the year! Don't forget we still currently have early bird savings deals so register now! https://bit.ly/4evEtZE Who’s ready? ?? Let us know in the comments ??! #CatMan #AnnualConference #86DaysToGo #CPG #Retail #SaveTheDate

As we embrace the season of gratitude, we want to thank our incredible teams and cherished clients. We also spoke with Violeta Montes, who shared that she's especially thankful for the health and happiness of her loved ones. Take a moment to hear her heartfelt message! ?? #retail #Thanksgiving #CPG #holidaywishes #family

?? It’s the Month of Learning at the Category Management Association! ?? What better time to dive into “Omni Category Leadership,” our latest resource in partnership with omnichannel education experts, firstmovr? ?? In this dynamic, data-driven presentation, Chris Perry shares 8 pillars for brands to become true omni category captains. Key takeaway? Category managers must step up as leaders in every area above to succeed in a rapidly changing retail landscape. ?? With more ways to win shoppers than ever—and more competition too—leadership has never been more critical. ?? The time to lead is now. Are you ready to seize the opportunity? https://bit.ly/4fZts3K #CategoryManagement #Omnichannel #Leadership #LearningMonth

?? Big news, folks! We’re thrilled to announce our FIRST sponsor for this year’s conference: engine! ?? They’re bringing Advanced Data Science and Accelerated Insights to the table, empowering CPG & Retail pros to harness the power of AI for smarter decisions and end-to-end visibility. ?? Get ready to see how engine turns data into actionable brilliance. ??? Want to learn how to become a sponsor or register for our event? Check out the link here! https://bit.ly/4eATnxu #CPG #Retail #AI #DataScience #ConferenceSponsor #GameChanger