Speaker: Kathy Book

Kathy is VP of Perishables at On-Shelf Marketing Group, a local broker for the Kroger family of stores. She has over 22 years of experience working for the Kroger Co. She was previously Director of Culinary Development where she was responsible for leading innovation and new food concept development. Prior to that, she was Director of Food Service on the deli/bakery team, where she was responsible for Starbucks, Sushi and other third-party relationships. She also held the position of Sr Category Manager for grocery and Corporate Brand Sr Culinary Innovation Manager, where she led innovation and strategy work across all departments.

Kathy received a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Butler University in Indianapolis. She has been named one of Progressive Grocer’s Top Women in Grocery. Kathy also founded a women’s ministry called Women in the Marketplace, Inc, a non-profit that helps working women grow in faith, build relationships and impact the community.