ICBA Member Networking Discussions are often noted by Members as one of the most valuable resources we offer. Networking Discussions happen formally both in-person, at the annual ICBA Conference each February, and online, typically each June and November. We have a regular "rotation" of Networking topics, including Store Leader strategic sessions, Buyer Category sessions, and Marketing sessions, and then also timely/specialized topics ranging from Game Day to Revenue Streams, AI Use Cases, and more!
Networking Discussion Recordings
Check out the recordings of ALL the latest Networking Discussion Calls from the most recent ICBA Networking cycles! The video showcase collection is linked below; Members, when you are logged in, you will see the necessary password!
STORE2STORE DISCUSSIONS
ICBA Store2Store Discussions provide a forum where store leadership can discuss important topics and pressing issues and identify opportunities for collaborative solutions. Discussions build on the constant flow of ideas and encourage open conversation. Everyone benefits from sharing their experiences and knowledge.
Store2Store Discussions at Conference and online are grouped by store size, common interests, and common challenges to ensure the ideas discussed are relevant and actionable. Throughout the year, ICBA also hosts small informal gatherings at industry events for Member Stores to connect.
BUYER2BUYER DISCUSSIONS
Our Buyer2Buyer discussions are interactive, open discussions that give Buyers the opportunity to exchange ideas, discuss top issues and trends of the day, and solve common challenges.
Buyer2Buyer calls take place each fall and summer and complement the valuable “Smartest Thing” networking sessions that take place in-person at the ICBA Conference. Calls are scheduled by product category or store demographics to ensure the ideas discussed are relevant and actionable.
MARKETER2MARKETER DISCUSSIONS
ICBA Marketer2Marketer Discussions are an opportunity for those leading in-store and digital marketing efforts to connect and share ideas. Marketer2Marketer networking calls in the fall and spring complement the valuable “Smartest Thing” networking sessions that take place each year in-person at the ICBA Conference.
AT CONFERENCE: THE SMARTEST THING
"The Smartest Thing" Networking, as part of the annual ICBA Conference Buyer and Marketing Track programming, gathers campus store professionals for collaborative discussions. During this Networking session, participants reflect on the past year, sharing what worked and what didn't. Store Member peers have the opportunity to learn from one another and even crowdsource solutions to their current problems. At the end of the session, participants discuss what they're planning to try next. Each participant then writes down the "Smartest Thing" they heard that day to share with the rest of the group and to take back to their store.
