Featured Speaker

Shawn Spencer is a seasoned grocery industry executive with over 35 years of progressive leadership experience, currently serving as the Director of Fresh & Packaged Meats at Kroger. With a proven track record of driving innovation, building high-performing teams, and delivering exceptional business results, Shawn has demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, team development, and operational excellence. Throughout his career at Kroger, Shawn has held multiple leadership roles, starting as a store meat cutter and culminating in his current role, where he consistently transformed organizational performance. He is known for creating associate-centric cultures, implementing data-driven strategies, and developing leadership training programs that have propelled numerous team members into higher level positions. Shawn holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership and Supervision from Purdue University, with a minor in Psychology. His professional development includes advanced training in negotiation and leadership from Gap Partnership and Dale Carnegie Leadership Development. Beyond his professional achievements, Shawn is a passionate photographer with published work in several magazines and has traveled extensively across the United States and multiple countries. His diverse background and strategic mindset make him a compelling speaker on topics of leadership, organizational transformation, and retail innovation.