Honoring the Past
Innovating the Future
the FOREMOST global
trade association for the
nonfoods retail industry
Connections. Opportunities. Growth.
GMDC is the leading global retail industry platform enabling discovery,
continuous learning, and uncommon partnerships focused on innovation and growth.
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Get to Know GMDC
For 50 years, GMDC has been the foremost global trade association for the retail industry, leading innovation and empowering those in retail to thrive and grow.
Our Mission
GMDC connects people and companies to opportunities for growth.
Our Vision
To be the leading global retail industry platform enabling discovery, continuous learning, and uncommon
partnerships focused on innovation and growth.
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Member Directory
Searchable database of retailer, wholesaler, supplier, and service/solution company profiles, complete with contacts.
GMDC Connect
Year-round video-conferencing service that makes connecting with new partners easy.
Education & Insights
Interactive and regularly updated insight and data tools tracking shopper behavior and providing store solutions.
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Mariya Zorotovich
Derek Gaskins
Mark Ciccone
