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GLOBAL LEARNING SERIES

Pet Industry Education Sessions


The Global Learning Series presented by APPA and PIDA offers free education for Global Pet Expo attendees.

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50+ sessions tailored to the industry

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Free education for all registered attendees

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Network with experts and peers alike

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2025 GLOBAL LEARNING SERIES

Call for Speakers is Now Open

We're now accepting speaker submissions from top pet industry leaders. The best submissions will:

  • Craft content to address a pet retailer and industry stakeholder audience
  • Provide a new perspective on a meaningful, strategic, or trending topic below
  • Include some component of interactivity, practical application, or other attendee engagement 
Speaker 2025

FORMER PRESENTERS INCLUDE


Inspiring Education for Pet Industry Professionals

Global Learning Series

Inspiring Education for Pet Industry Professionals

From workshops to presentations, exhibits to conversations, sessions are designed to reflect sound adult learning principles and the best thinking in the field, informed by theory, research, and practice.

OUR TRACKS

Learning Pathways for Every Attendee

The series is composed of six educational tracks, each designed to reflect adult learning principles and the best thinking in the field, informed by theory, research and practice.

Paws2Learn

Customer Experience

A positive customer experience is crucial for building loyalty, fostering brand advocates, and increasing a company’s competitive advantage. Learn how to keep loyal customers and gain new ones.

Retailer Success Series

Growing Your Business

Whether you’re starting out or need a refresher, growing your business requires an array of skills, including strategy, planning, finance, accounting, profitability and more.

Market Data & Insights

HR & Leadership Success

As your business grows, so will your team. Leadership and personal development can help you refine your leadership style, improve team dynamics, and manage business growth effectively.

Industry Insights

Industry Insights

What to plan for in 2025 and beyond, including the latest data in pet ownership, regulatory insights, and industry updates.

innovation

Innovation & Technology

Stay ahead of the curve by learning about emerging technologies and innovative trends within the pet industry.

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PR & Marketing

Enhance your brand identity and elevate your business marketing strategy. In today’s competitive landscape, PR and marketing are more essential than ever for success.

Global Learning Series Sessions

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  • Wednesday, March 26
  • Thursday, March 27
  • Friday, March 28
10 am - 10:45 am S230 CD

Global Learning Series

Pet Business Marketing 2025: Budget Planning to Drive Your Long-Term Pet Retailers

Growing Your Business
10 am - 10:45 am S230 GH

Global Learning Series

PFI: Who We Are & What We Do

Industry Insights
10 am - 10:45 am S230 EF

Global Learning Series

Purrr-fect Purrr-chases: Pets and Products on TikTok Shop

PR & Marketing
10 am - 10:45 am S230 AB

Global Learning Series

Showcasing Your Brand Inside and Outside Your Brick and Mortar

Customer Experience
11 am - 11:45 am S230 AB

Global Learning Series

Standing Out From Your Competition in this Omni-Experiential World

Customer Experience
11 am - 11:45 am S230 CD

Global Learning Series

Remodeling on a Budget

Growing Your Business
11 am - 11:45 am S230 EF

Global Learning Series

From Clicks to Conversions: Crafting Your Digital Marketing Strategy

PR & Marketing
11 am - 11:45 am S230 GH

Global Learning Series

Unlock Insights with the Full View™ of the Pet Market

Industry Insights
1 pm - 1:45 pm S230 CD

Global Learning Series

My Inventory Is Always Wrong - Is That Why I Have No Cash Flow?

Growing Your Business
1 pm - 1:45 pm S230 AB

Global Learning Series

Power Merchandising for Pet Stores

Customer Experience
1 pm - 1:45 pm S230 EF

Global Learning Series

BUI Buying Under the Influence: How to Tap the (Powder) Keg of Creator Marketing

PR & Marketing
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 CD

Global Learning Series

Pricing for Profits: Finding Margins Where You Can in a Competitive Pet Market

Growing Your Business
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 GH

Global Learning Series

Unleashing the Power of Transaction Data in your Pet Business

Industry Insights
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 AB

Global Learning Series

Creating TRUE Customer Loyalty in the NEW Era of Customer Experience

Customer Experience
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 EF

Global Learning Series

Get on the news! Using Public Relations to Get Publicity for your Pet Business

PR & Marketing
3 pm - 3:45 pm S230 EF

Global Learning Series

Marketing Makeover: How to Fix Your Marketing and Drive More Revenue to Your Business

PR & Marketing
3 pm - 3:45 pm S230 CD

Global Learning Series

Get a Grip on Your Business

Growing Your Business
3 pm - 3:45 pm S230 AB

Global Learning Series

Reimagining the Pet Care Experience: A Human-Centered Approach

Customer Experience
3 pm - 3:45 pm S230 GH

Global Learning Series

Pet Industry by the Numbers: Key Trends Shaping 2025 and Beyond

Industry Insights
10 am - 10:45 am S230 CD

Global Learning Series

The Science & Art of Buying

Growing Your Business
10 am - 10:45 am S230 EF

Global Learning Series

Jump to Rank 1: SEO Essentials for Pet Businesses to Get Found, Get Clients, and Grow Sales

PR & Marketing
10 am - 10:45 am S230 GH

Global Learning Series

Turn Your Team Into A Championship Team: Hiring, Training, Management, Motivation and Retention

HR & Leadership Success
10 am - 10:45 am S230 AB

Global Learning Series

Fast-Track Your Marketing with AI: Turn Your Ideas into Ready-to-Use Content

Innovation & Technology
11 am - 11:45 am S230 CD

Global Learning Series

Building Stronger Brand Partnerships: How Pet Stores Can Collaborate with Suppliers & Brands To Create Better In-Store Events and Sales

Growing Your Business
11 am - 11:45 am S230 AB

Global Learning Series

dogGPT: Leveraging AI and Dog Owner Demand for Information to Create Intimate, Personal, Daily Customer Engagement

Innovation & Technology
11 am - 11:45 am S230 EF

Global Learning Series

Boost Your Pet Business: Unlock Success with Strategic PR Tactics

PR & Marketing
11 am - 11:45 am S230 GH

Global Learning Series

The DEI Playbook: Strategies for Long-Term Success

HR & Leadership Success
1 pm - 1:45 pm S230 AB

Global Learning Series

Tech Revolution in Pet Nutrition

Innovation & Technology
1 pm - 1:45 pm S230 GH

Global Learning Series

The Power of Fun, Play and Laughter: Transform Stress and Anxiety into Strength in the Pet Care Industry

HR & Leadership Success
1 pm - 1:45 pm S230 EF

Global Learning Series

Key Strategies to Reach Today's Clients on any Device

PR & Marketing
1 pm - 1:45 pm S230 CD

Global Learning Series

From Frenemies to Dream Team: Aligning Sales and Marketing for Explosive Growth

Growing Your Business
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 GH

Global Learning Series

When Generations Collide Leadership in a Multi-Generational Workplace

HR & Leadership Success
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 EF

Global Learning Series

Inbox Success: Email Marketing Essentials to Drive Sales and Build Loyalty

PR & Marketing
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 CD

Global Learning Series

Be At Your Best Every Day: 5 Principles To Consistent Sales Success

Growing Your Business
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 AB

Global Learning Series

Cybersecurity Fundamentals for Pet Retailers: Safeguarding Your Business and Customers

Innovation & Technology
3 pm - 3:45 pm S230 GH

Global Learning Series

Lead-HER-ship. Steer Your Ship in a New Direction, to Address Changing Tides, New Crew Members, and an Obsolete Fleet.

HR & Leadership Success
3 pm - 3:45 pm S230 EF

Global Learning Series

Why the Future of Pet Marketing is Dog-Friendly, Data-Driven, and Disruptive

PR & Marketing
3 pm - 3:45 pm S230 CD

Global Learning Series

The Myths and Realities of Pet Industry Mergers and Acquisitions: Revelations of a Pet Industry M&A Insider

Growing Your Business
10 am - 10:45 am S230 GH

Global Learning Series

How to T.H.R.I.V.E.: The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership

HR & Leadership Success
10 am - 10:45 am S230 AB

Global Learning Series

From First-Time Customers to Raving Fans: The Secret Sauce of Pet Business Growth

Customer Experience
10 am - 10:45 am S230 CD

Global Learning Series

Barking Energetically and Authentically to Grow Business

Growing Your Business
10 am - 10:45 am S230 EF

Global Learning Series

How to Become More Discoverable on IG to Pet Parents

PR & Marketing
Wednesday, March 26
10 am - 10:45 am S230 CD

BREAKOUT SESSION

Pet Business Marketing 2025: Budget Planning to Drive Your Long-Term Pet Retailers

Growing Your Business
10 am - 10:45 am S230 GH

BREAKOUT SESSION

PFI: Who We Are & What We Do

Industry Insights
10 am - 10:45 am S230 EF

BREAKOUT SESSION

Purrr-fect Purrr-chases: Pets and Products on TikTok Shop

PR & Marketing
10 am - 10:45 am S230 AB

BREAKOUT SESSION

Showcasing Your Brand Inside and Outside Your Brick and Mortar

Customer Experience
11 am - 11:45 am S230 AB

BREAKOUT SESSION

Standing Out From Your Competition in this Omni-Experiential World

Customer Experience
11 am - 11:45 am S230 CD

BREAKOUT SESSION

Remodeling on a Budget

Growing Your Business
11 am - 11:45 am S230 EF

BREAKOUT SESSION

From Clicks to Conversions: Crafting Your Digital Marketing Strategy

PR & Marketing
11 am - 11:45 am S230 GH

BREAKOUT SESSION

Unlock Insights with the Full View™ of the Pet Market

Industry Insights
1 pm - 1:45 pm S230 CD

BREAKOUT SESSION

My Inventory Is Always Wrong - Is That Why I Have No Cash Flow?

Growing Your Business
1 pm - 1:45 pm S230 AB

BREAKOUT SESSION

Power Merchandising for Pet Stores

Customer Experience
1 pm - 1:45 pm S230 EF

BREAKOUT SESSION

BUI Buying Under the Influence: How to Tap the (Powder) Keg of Creator Marketing

PR & Marketing
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 CD

BREAKOUT SESSION

Pricing for Profits: Finding Margins Where You Can in a Competitive Pet Market

Growing Your Business
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 GH

BREAKOUT SESSION

Unleashing the Power of Transaction Data in your Pet Business

Industry Insights
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 AB

BREAKOUT SESSION

Creating TRUE Customer Loyalty in the NEW Era of Customer Experience

Customer Experience
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 EF

BREAKOUT SESSION

Get on the news! Using Public Relations to Get Publicity for your Pet Business

PR & Marketing
3 pm - 3:45 pm S230 EF

BREAKOUT SESSION

Marketing Makeover: How to Fix Your Marketing and Drive More Revenue to Your Business

PR & Marketing
3 pm - 3:45 pm S230 CD

BREAKOUT SESSION

Get a Grip on Your Business

Growing Your Business
3 pm - 3:45 pm S230 AB

BREAKOUT SESSION

Reimagining the Pet Care Experience: A Human-Centered Approach

Customer Experience
3 pm - 3:45 pm S230 GH

BREAKOUT SESSION

Pet Industry by the Numbers: Key Trends Shaping 2025 and Beyond

Industry Insights
Thursday, March 27
10 am - 10:45 am S230 CD

BREAKOUT SESSION

The Science & Art of Buying

Growing Your Business
10 am - 10:45 am S230 EF

BREAKOUT SESSION

Jump to Rank 1: SEO Essentials for Pet Businesses to Get Found, Get Clients, and Grow Sales

PR & Marketing
10 am - 10:45 am S230 GH

BREAKOUT SESSION

Turn Your Team Into A Championship Team: Hiring, Training, Management, Motivation and Retention

HR & Leadership Success
10 am - 10:45 am S230 AB

BREAKOUT SESSION

Fast-Track Your Marketing with AI: Turn Your Ideas into Ready-to-Use Content

Innovation & Technology
11 am - 11:45 am S230 CD

BREAKOUT SESSION

Building Stronger Brand Partnerships: How Pet Stores Can Collaborate with Suppliers & Brands To Create Better In-Store Events and Sales

Growing Your Business
11 am - 11:45 am S230 AB

BREAKOUT SESSION

dogGPT: Leveraging AI and Dog Owner Demand for Information to Create Intimate, Personal, Daily Customer Engagement

Innovation & Technology
11 am - 11:45 am S230 EF

BREAKOUT SESSION

Boost Your Pet Business: Unlock Success with Strategic PR Tactics

PR & Marketing
11 am - 11:45 am S230 GH

BREAKOUT SESSION

The DEI Playbook: Strategies for Long-Term Success

HR & Leadership Success
1 pm - 1:45 pm S230 AB

BREAKOUT SESSION

Tech Revolution in Pet Nutrition

Innovation & Technology
1 pm - 1:45 pm S230 GH

BREAKOUT SESSION

The Power of Fun, Play and Laughter: Transform Stress and Anxiety into Strength in the Pet Care Industry

HR & Leadership Success
1 pm - 1:45 pm S230 EF

BREAKOUT SESSION

Key Strategies to Reach Today's Clients on any Device

PR & Marketing
1 pm - 1:45 pm S230 CD

BREAKOUT SESSION

From Frenemies to Dream Team: Aligning Sales and Marketing for Explosive Growth

Growing Your Business
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 GH

BREAKOUT SESSION

When Generations Collide Leadership in a Multi-Generational Workplace

HR & Leadership Success
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 EF

BREAKOUT SESSION

Inbox Success: Email Marketing Essentials to Drive Sales and Build Loyalty

PR & Marketing
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 CD

BREAKOUT SESSION

Be At Your Best Every Day: 5 Principles To Consistent Sales Success

Growing Your Business
2 pm - 2:45 pm S230 AB

BREAKOUT SESSION

Cybersecurity Fundamentals for Pet Retailers: Safeguarding Your Business and Customers

Innovation & Technology
3 pm - 3:45 pm S230 GH

BREAKOUT SESSION

Lead-HER-ship. Steer Your Ship in a New Direction, to Address Changing Tides, New Crew Members, and an Obsolete Fleet.

HR & Leadership Success
3 pm - 3:45 pm S230 EF

BREAKOUT SESSION

Why the Future of Pet Marketing is Dog-Friendly, Data-Driven, and Disruptive

PR & Marketing
3 pm - 3:45 pm S230 CD

BREAKOUT SESSION

The Myths and Realities of Pet Industry Mergers and Acquisitions: Revelations of a Pet Industry M&A Insider

Growing Your Business
Friday, March 28
10 am - 10:45 am S230 GH

BREAKOUT SESSION

How to T.H.R.I.V.E.: The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership

HR & Leadership Success
10 am - 10:45 am S230 AB

BREAKOUT SESSION

From First-Time Customers to Raving Fans: The Secret Sauce of Pet Business Growth

Customer Experience
10 am - 10:45 am S230 CD

BREAKOUT SESSION

Barking Energetically and Authentically to Grow Business

Growing Your Business
10 am - 10:45 am S230 EF

BREAKOUT SESSION

How to Become More Discoverable on IG to Pet Parents

PR & Marketing

TESTIMONIALS

Don’t take our word
for it, take theirs

“Global Pet Expo is everything you need. You have connections with buyers and accounts that you likely would never be had a face-to-face with. You have education that is widely available for all your employees to get smart about your products, to get smart about animals, to understand what cutting-edge research and technology is.”

Brooke Bacon

EquineX

"What Global Pet Expo provides for us is this incredible platform where we all come together, we share best practices, we learn from one another, we raise each other's games. It's really special to be able to do that with like-minded organizations across the globe."

Stephanie Volo

Earth Animal

“From an education standpoint, there are different speakers that we go and listen to to help us better understand different facets of the pet industry that may be not exactly what we do, but they all somehow fit into the overall profile of how we become a better supplier to our customers.”

Doug Ward

OASE North America