<p>The FMI Energy & Store Development Conference (E+SD) Planning Committee, led by co-chairs John Driscoll, VP construction & store development at Weis Markets, Inc. and Charlie Lowe, director of refrigeration at K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. met in San Diego, the host city for E+SD 2025, to shape this year’s event! Surrounded by ocean views and inspired minds, the group reviewed timely challenges and opportunities in energy management, refrigeration, and store design. Their dynamic discussion laid the groundwork for a forward-thinking agenda that will deliver real-world strategies and innovative solutions for the evolving needs of food retail. With plenty of laughs, team spirit, and behind-the-scenes planning magic, this crew is gearing up to deliver a can’t-miss experience for our attendees!</p><p>Get ready—San Diego is going to shine even brighter when ESD 2025 hits the stage, October 6-9 at the Town & Country Resort!</p><p><a href="https://www.fmi.org/forms/RedirectForm/?dest=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fmi.org%2Fenergy-and-store-development-conference&utm_campaign=esd25&utm_source=ESD2025_BlogMay2025&utm_medium=blog" target="_blank" class="button">Learn More About the E+SD Conference</a></p><img src="https://www.fmi.org/images/default-source/blog-images/esd-planning-committee-2025.png?sfvrsn=4e9846d6_1" alt="ESD planning committee 2025" sf-size="3536013" />
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