Retailer Session: Independent Buyers Company (IBC)

Thursday, October 12 | 3:00 - 3:50 PM | Butler

Presenters

Rob Knight – Chairman & CEO - Independent Buyers’ Company

Rob Knight, Chairman & CEO, is a Senior Executive with over 35 years’ experience in the Consumer Package Goods Industry. Rob has a diverse set of experiences that include P&L management, strategic selling, sales operations and go to market strategy spanning across direct store delivery and warehouse systems on both the supplier and retailer side of the business.

Rob has full responsibility for every component that touches an independent business. Prior to this role, Rob served as the Vice President/Co-Owner managing all business elements for Independent Buyers' Company.

Rob comes with an MBA that has allowed him to establish a strong leadership and management foundation. He believes that academic accomplishments are a powerful tool in running a thriving organization.

Rob has worked for some of the greatest leaders in the business including Jim Turner-former CEO Dr Pepper/7up Bottling Company, Jim Turner-CEO Dr Pepper/7up Snapple Group Prior to Larry Young, Russ Wiener-CEO Rockstar Energy Drink, and Lee Highsmith-Founder of I.B.C. Observing these leaders, as well as many others, has offered unparalleled knowledge.

Brent Runion – Vice President of Emerging Brands – Independent Buyers’ Company

Brent Runion, point-guard of I.B.C.'s growth categories, focuses on expanding brand portfolios that guarantee members the highest quality results through strategic variety. He leads the development of promotional planning and product offerings to achieve analytic driven results. Additionally, he manages distributor relationships and helps align their goals with those of our members.