Group also tracking gubernatorial, other races in November election by Eric Pereira / content creator Changes to grocery store checkout, specifically plastic bags, soon will be coming to the Garden State, according to Linda Doherty, president and CEO of the Trenton-based New Jersey Food Council. In May, the state will be banning single-use plastic and […]
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GMDC | Retail Tomorrow Board Votes To Dissolve Association
After more than 50 years, national retail association GMDC|Retail Tomorrow has decided to dissolve as a member-owned nonprofit, effective Dec. 31. The Colorado Springs, Colorado-based association has created and fostered connections between the non-foods industry, retailers, manufacturers and the consumer to general merchandise and health, beauty and wellness category growth opportunities. From pioneering the “speed […]
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NACS Show Shines Light On Resilience Of Convenience Retail Industry
The live and in-person 2021 NACS Show delivered four days of learnings, insights, networking and exploring what’s new and exciting for the convenience and fuel retailing industry. This year’s event took place Oct. 5-8 at McCormick Place in Chicago and attracted 17,273 attendees, including 5,039 buyers. “This year – perhaps more than ever – our […]
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New Data Shows Increase In 2021 Halloween Chocolate, Candy Sales
Chocolate and candy sales are up and consumers are ready to maximize their fun during the 2021 Halloween season, according to the National Confectioners Association. Retailers are going strong on their Halloween sets, with about 27 percent more seasonal items per store than in 2020. Consumers are planning to celebrate in a big way, including […]
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IDDBA Launches Integrated Fresh Data
The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association has announced the launch of Integrated Fresh Data, powered by IRI’s unify platform. IDDBA has created a new partnership with IRI to provide a value-added benefit to IDDBA members: complimentary access to IRI data. IDDBA represents member companies of all sizes, some with more challenged market research budgets, which […]
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Roundy’s Receives WGA Supermarket Hero Awards
Seven Roundy’s associates and two Roundy’s teams were awarded the Wisconsin Grocers Association Supermarket Hero Award at recent ceremonies. Brandon Scholz, WGA president and CEO, presented the wards. The award recipients were among 20 grocery industry employees/teams to be honored with the WGA Supermarket Hero Award for their outstanding work throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. “The […]
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SNAC International Board Approves Cochran To Succeed Avery As CEO
SNAC International’s Board of Directors has approved the appointment of Christine Cochran as its next president and CEO. Cochran will replace Elizabeth Avery, who previously shared her plans with the board to retire following the conclusion of SNX, the association’s new education and collaboration forum, on March 27-29, 2022. The news comes after a five-month competitive […]
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NGA Foundation Awards Scholarships To Future Industry Leaders
The NGA Foundation, the 501(c)3 nonprofit arm of the National Grocers Association, has awarded its 2021 scholarships to students planning careers in the grocery industry. Scholarships are provided through the generosity of donors and affiliate groups. “One of the NGA Foundation’s priorities is to position the independent supermarket industry as a preferred employer for college […]