Kroger and Hy-Vee to Co-Host 2026 Nourishing Change Conference

Industry leaders will reimagine the future of healthcare delivery and access

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) and Hy-Vee, Inc. today announced they are co-hosting the second annual Nourishing Change Conference, happening June 2-4, 2026 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 who 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 Aaron Wiese, President, Hy-Vee. “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 www.nourishingchange.com. Subscribers will receive exclusive previews of the agenda, speaker announcements and priority registration access.

About Kroger Health

Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co., is one of America's leading retail healthcare organizations. Kroger Health and the Kroger Family of Pharmacies and clinics operate more than 2,200 pharmacies in 35 states and 220 clinics in nine states, serving more than 17 million customers annually. Our team of 23,000 healthcare practitioners, including pharmacists, nurse practitioners, dietitians and technicians, believe in practicing at the top of our licenses, enabling "food as medicine" to help prevent disease before it starts, and helping people live healthier lives. For more information, visit www.kroger.com/health.

About Hy-Vee

Hy-Vee, Inc. is an employee-owned corporation operating more than 560 business units across nine Midwestern states with sales of more than $14 billion annually. The supermarket chain is synonymous with quality, variety, convenience, healthy lifestyles, culinary expertise and superior customer service. Hy-Vee was recently named one of the top grocery stores in America by USA TODAY. The company’s more than 70,000 employees provide “A Helpful Smile in Every Aisle” to customers every day. For additional information, visit www.hy-vee.com.