Kera Gilmer is the Senior Category Manager at Top Star Express located in Eastern, PA. Starting her career with Top Star Express in 2005, first working as a sales associate at several sites while acquiring a degree in Marketing & Management from Kutztown University. After graduation, Kera joined the Operations Team, expanding her skills in merchandising and purchasing. Kera has over 15 years of Candy and Snack buying experience which she uses to partner with manufacturers and store personnel. Those strong partnerships help her execute the business’s sales and promotional strategies within the stores. Kera is married with two children who love being her test market for new products!
Sessions for Kera Gilmer
Thursday, February 29
11:30am
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12:15pm
Track: Center Store - A Conversation with Center Store CMOY Finalists
Location: ArlingtonAs one of the strongest traffic drivers for convenience stores, today’s consumer wants innovation and variety. Hear how your CMOY Finalists are attacking some of the biggest topics and trends in their category. What innovation is coming this year and how will it affect your store?
Speakers:
Senior Category Manager COS | Moderator
bp
Category Manager | Panelist
Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores
Category Manager - Snacks/Candy | Panelist
Circle K
Senior Category Manager | Panelist
Top Star Express