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GS1 US is now accepting speaker applications for GS1 Connect 2027, taking place May 24-26, 2027, at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver, Colorado. Industry professionals are invited to submit proposals that share what’s working, what’s changing and what’s next for the organizations driving the future of supply chain.
GS1 Connect brings together supply chain, commerce, data, and technology leaders to exchange ideas, learn from peers and collaborate on business solutions leveraging GS1 Standards. GS1 US invites presenters who can offer practical real-world perspectives on the trends, technologies and business challenges shaping the future of supply chains, commerce, data management and operations. Preference will be given to sessions that help attendees rise above complexity, connect dots across partners and systems, and leave attendees with actionable takeaways that bring the path forward into focus.
Specifically, GS1 US welcomes speakers who can provide insights about the following topics within three content tracks designed to help attendees improve visibility, traceability, interoperability and business performance through trusted data and standards:
Track 1: Connected Supply Chains – Traceability, Visibility & Regulatory Readiness
These sessions will explore how organizations improve visibility, regulatory readiness and operational performance across the supply chain. Topics may include:
- U.S. FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Traceability Rule (FSMA Rule 204), Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA), National Drug Code (NDC) format changes, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and regulatory readiness
- Recall preparedness, track-and-trace strategies and risk management
- Inventory visibility, operational efficiency and sustainability
Track 2: Trusted Data in Action – Trusted Data, Data Quality & Standards Adoption
Industry experts will unpack how quality data, standards and governance create the foundation for interoperability and growth. Topics may include:
- Product and location data quality
- Master data management, data governance and stewardship
- Data sharing across trading partners and interoperability
- Why solid master data foundations in the age of AI are essential to trust
Track 3: Intelligent Products & Commerce – 2D Barcodes & Intelligent Automation
These discussions will focus on how 2D barcodes, AI and emerging technologies are transforming products, commerce and consumer experiences. Topics may include:
- 2D barcode and GS1 Digital Link implementation and Sunrise 2027 readiness
- RAIN radio frequency identification (RFID) applications
- Artificial intelligence, agentic commerce, intelligent automation and emerging technologies
Speaker proposals for GS1 Connect 2027 will be accepted through October 31, 2026. To review presentation requirements and submit a proposal, visit the Call For Presentations Application. Attendee registration is also open for GS1 Connect 2027. Those who register by December 31, 2026, will save $300+ off the full conference pass. For more information about GS1 Connect 2027, visit www.connect.gs1us.org.
