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Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co., and Hy-Vee are hosting the second annual Nourishing Change Conference June 2-4 at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa.

Building on the success of the inaugural event, the Nourishing Change Conference will bring together influential leaders from public and private sectors that are committed to advancing health outcomes nationwide.

“Retailers sit at the crossroads of convenience and health, which gives us an opportunity to create intentional solutions that will drive meaningful outcomes,” said Jim Kirby, chief commercial officer, Kroger Health.

“The Nourishing Change Conference unites industry leaders to break down silos, challenge conventional thinking and reimagine how retail health can play a leading role in delivering innovative, quality, patient-centered healthcare.”

The 2026 conference will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, networking opportunities and an emerging brands competition, which highlights budding entrepreneurs who are focused on providing health-focused products and services.

“With retail health evolving at such a rapid rate, it’s important for industry leaders and organizations to have time and a space for collaboration,” said Hy-Vee President Aaron Wiese. “The Nourishing Change Conference creates scalable solutions that can lead to a healthier future, and we are honored to co-host in 2026.”

To learn more about the 2026 Nourishing Change Conference, sign up for event updates and join the mailing list, visit nourishingchange.com. Subscribers will receive exclusive previews of the agenda, speaker announcements and priority registration access.

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