The National Grocers Association (NGA) issued the following statement Feb. 1 from Chief Government Relations Officer and Counsel Chris Jones following the U.S. House of Representatives passage of H.R. 7024, the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act: “On behalf of independent community grocers nationwide, we commend the House for voting to expand critical […]
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Posted inAssociation News, C-Store News, Northeast
Wawa Exec Elected Vice Chair Of New Jersey Food Council
Jason Read, director of store operations for Region 1-Central and North Jersey of Wawa, has been elected vice chair of the New Jersey Food Council’s (NJFC) board of directors. “Jason has been an engaged and visionary board member and we are pleased that he is taking on this new leadership role with the New Jersey […]
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IGA Names Nine Retailers Of Year
Nominated by their wholesalers, nine members of the Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) have been named 2024 U.S. Retailers of the Year. Presented annually to grocers who have best provided leadership and excellence in their communities, the honor is the highest IGA gives to its retailer members. The 2024 Retailers of the Year are: John and […]
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Education Agenda Drives 2024 NGA Show
With more than 30 educational workshops and sessions led by a lengthy roster of industry experts, the 2024 NGA Show will offer specialized content for independent grocers. Hosted by the National Grocers Association and Clarion Events, the 2024 NGA Show is scheduled for March 10-12 at Caesars Forum Convention Center in Las Vegas. “The education […]
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Augmodo Prevails In FMItech Pitch Competition
FMI – The Food Industry Association selected Seattle-based Augmodo as the winner of its third annual FMItech Pitch Competition at the FMI Midwinter Executive Conference on Marco Island, Florida. Three finalists, which also included Greenchoice and Grocery Shopii, presented their food retail technology start-up solutions, with attendees voting on the winner. “This competition inspires discovery […]
Posted inExceptional Independents, Association News, Home Page Latest News, National
Independent Grocers ‘Critical To Success, Health, Well-being Of Communities’
Shelby Publishing is accepting nominations for its second annual Exceptional Independents Awards program, which honors the role independent grocers play in the industry. These grocers “grow local and regional economies by creating jobs and generating taxes while providing unique offerings and supporting their community partners,” said Greg Ferrara, president and CEO of the National Grocers […]
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FMI Welcomes New Members To Board Of Directors
FMI – The Food Industry Association has announced additions to its board of directors elected during the group’s January meeting. “The food industry is on the cusp of momentous change, with new technologies poised to alter the way food businesses operate,” said FMI President and CEO Leslie G. Sarasin. “FMI is proud to welcome these […]
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FMI Names 2024 Executive Leadership Award Recipients
FMI- The Food Industry Association celebrated the 2024 Executive Leadership Award recipients on Friday during its Midwinter Executive Conference on Marco Island, Florida. They include Brookshire Grocery Co.’s Brad Brookshire, KeHe Distributors’ Brandon Barnholt, Associated Wholesale Grocers’ David Smith, Hy-Vee’s Donna Tweeten, Seaside Market’s John Najjar, Nestlé’s Steve Presley and PepsiCo’s Steven Williams. According to FMI, these […]
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FMI Named MyPlate National Strategic Partnership Champion
FMI – The Food Industry Association has been recognized as a MyPlate National Strategic Partnership Champion, the highest recognition possible, for its efforts to make MyPlate a household name. As a MyPlate National Strategic Partner for more than 12 years, FMI collaborates with members across the food industry to raise awareness of MyPlate resources. The association […]
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FMI Midwinter Executive Conference ‘Premier Forum’ For Industry
FMI – The Food Industry Association will hold its Midwinter Executive Conference Jan. 18-21 at the JW Marriott Marco Island in Florida. Exclusive to FMI members, the conference allows attendees to come together to navigate ever-shifting currents and focus on the most critical issues affecting the industry. FMI President and CEO Leslie Sarasin talked with […]
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NGA Foundation Announces Two New Scholarships for Grocery-Minded Collegians
The NGA Foundation has announced that Wooster, Ohio-based grocer Buehler’s Fresh Foods is sponsoring two new scholarships available to college students pursuing a career in the grocery industry, bringing to 22 the total number of scholastic awards offered by the foundation. The two new scholarships, each worth $1,000, are available to current full-time, part-time or […]
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Antitrust, Swipe Fee Reform Top NGA 2024 Policy Agenda
The National Grocers Association (NGA) Government Relations Committee has finalized its 2024 policy agenda for independent community grocers, with antitrust reform and swipe fee changes leading the way. During a Jan. 11 meeting in Washington, D.C., the committee discussed a variety of topics important to the independent supermarket industry and fashioned a strategy to advocate […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, West
Wyoming Remains ‘Good Place To Do Business’
Wyoming is the 10th largest state in the U.S. in total area but is the least populated, with about 581,000 residents. It does not impose an income tax, with local governments relying heavily on property tax collections. More than 60 percent of those revenues come from mineral production. The majority of property taxes are directed […]
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Award-Winning Sportscaster Czarniak To Emcee NGA Best Bagger Championship
Award-winning sportscaster Lindsay Czarniak, known for her work covering the NFL, NASCAR and the Olympics, will emcee the National Grocers Association’s annual Best Bagger Championship, sponsored by PepsiCo, at the 2024 NGA Show on March 11, at the Caesars Forum Convention Center in Las Vegas. This is the 38th year that NGA will host the […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, Guest Contributors, National
Post-Pandemic Holiday Presents Opportunity For Independent Grocers
Humans are social animals. As a species, we crave interaction with others. And the absence of connection is so emotionally crippling, we use solitary confinement as a severe criminal punishment. Children born in isolation fail to develop emotionally and physically and often are so scared they can never integrate into society as adults. And primates […]
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NGA Shares Several Senior Staff Promotions
The National Grocers Association (NGA) has promoted three key senior staff executives: Jonathan Downey to COO and SVP; Christopher Jones to chief government relations officer and counsel and SVP; and Laura Strange to chief communications and engagement officer and SVP. “NGA is fortunate to have a strong and committed group of senior leaders who bring […]
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From Advocacy To Education, IFPA Touts Impacts In 2023
Advancing the health of consumers, the produce and floral industries and the planet are at the heart of 10 key 2023 impacts from the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA). “We do so much more together as an association than any individual or company can do on their own,” said IFPA CEO Cathy Burns. “Our members […]
Posted inAssociation News, Market Profile, Southeast
Food Retailers ‘Pivotal’ In Virginia’s Economic Resilience
Virginia’s economy has shown resilience and improvement compared to last year, according to Melissa Assalone, executive director of the Virginia Food Industry Association. “Despite ongoing challenges and a reduction in federal money coming into Virginia, there are positive economic indicators such as job growth and increased consumer spending,” she said. Assalone noted the grocery sector […]
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By The Numbers, An Advocacy Review And Policy Outlook For Independent Grocers
With an election on the horizon in which the White House and control of Congress are on the line, 2024 is shaping up to be an interesting year. Pending legislation and regulatory changes in the coming year are sure to influence business operations, supply chain management and consumer expectations – and indeed, they’re influencing NGA’s […]
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NGA Applauds Power-Buyer Scrutiny In New Merger Guidelines
The Federal Trade Commission and Department of Justice released their final version for new merger enforcement guidelines on Dec. 18. The final guidelines include substantial revisions to the existing standards, introducing new considerations for mergers that enhance buyer power. In a significant shift, the guidelines issued strongly consider how buyer power impacts competition amongst rival […]