Tuesday, September 29th, 2026 | 2:00 PM ET
For more than two decades, the National Meat Case Study has provided the industry with a unique benchmark for understanding how the retail meat case is evolving. Join Anne-Marie Roerink, Principle of 210 Analytics and Mysti Richardson, Retail Channel Director with CRYOVAC® brand packaging for an exclusive look at findings from the 2026 study and what they reveal about today's meat department. Learn how strong consumer engagement continues to support meat sales, why case-ready packaging has become the industry standard, how smaller package sizes are reshaping offerings, and what the dominance of private label means for retailers and processors. Drawing on more than 20 years of trend data, this session will provide valuable insights into the assortment, packaging, merchandising, and branding shifts shaping the meat case today and influencing its future direction.
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210 Analytics LLC
President
Anne-Marie Roerink is the president of 210 Analytics, a research firm specialized in food retailing. Working closely with retailers, manufacturers and trade associations, Anne-Marie has developed an excellent perspective on the ever-changing wants and needs of the grocery and meat shopper in a one-size-fits-no-one world. She understands the challenges and opportunities in the food and meat businesses today as well as the drivers of success tomorrow. Aside from authoring the Power of Meat, she studies and reports on many different areas from seafood, deli and produce to bakery and frozen foods. Anne-Marie was named a Top Woman in Grocery in 2022. Prior to founding 210 Analytics, Anne-Marie was the Head of Research for the Food Marketing Institute.

Sealed Air
Retail Channel Director
Mysti Richardson is a strategic retail and food marketing leader with deep experience driving growth and engagement for meat industry brands. She currently serves as Retail Channel Director, on the NAM Food Marketing Team for the Cryovac® brand within Sealed Air Corporation, where she focuses on building strong retail partnerships, elevating brand presence, and delivering innovative packaging solutions that meet evolving market needs.
Known for her insights into the meat and grocery sectors, Mysti champions initiatives that support industry collaboration and visibility — including contributing to conversations around future leadership and recognition within the meat industry.
Her work blends strategic vision with hands-on execution, making her a respected voice among peers and partners in food marketing and retail channel development.

