According to a new report by Grocery Doppio, 68 percent of retailers say investment in a grocery media network is a high priority. The report – “State of Digital Grocery: In-Store Media Monetization” and conducted in collaboration with RRD, developer of nCountR – reveals retail media is an $8.5 billion opportunity for U.S. grocery retailers to […]
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Industry Veteran Releases First Book On Leadership, ‘The 5 Rules’
Wouldn’t it be great if you could lock in on some simple life rules for success that you and your circle could easily understand and follow? Even better, what if everyone knew that those were the same rules you follow? And what if those rules could actually be applied at home? What follows is a […]
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José Andrés To Keynote 2025 FMI Midwinter Executive Conference
FMI – The Food Industry Association has announced that José Andrés – chef, humanitarian and founder of World Central Kitchen – will join FMI CEO Leslie G. Sarasin for a keynote conversation during the 2025 Midwinter Executive Conference, which is set for Jan. 30-Feb. 2 on Marco Island, Florida. According to FMI, the food retail […]
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NFRA Concludes Record-Breaking 2024 Convention
The National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) recently concluded its 2024 convention, setting new benchmarks for industry engagement and business opportunity. Held in National Harbor, Maryland, the event brought together more than 1,700 frozen and refrigerated foods industry professionals. “The 2024 NFRA Convention exceeded our expectations,” said Tricia Greyshock, president and CEO of NFRA. […]
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Walmart Introduces Same-Day Pharmacy Delivery
Walmart is expanding delivery offerings, integrating pharmacy medications and general merchandise into one single delivery order. The new offering is available in six states: Arkansas, Missouri, New York, Nevada, South Carolina and Wisconsin. By the end of January, Walmart’s pharmacy delivery is expected to be available in 49 states, reaching millions of customers. Pharmacy delivery […]
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The J.M. Smucker Co. To Sell Voortman To Second Nature Brands
The J.M. Smucker Co. has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Voortman cookie brand to Second Nature Brands, a U.S.-based creator of premium snacks and treats controlled by CapVest Partners. The all-cash transaction is valued at about $305 million, subject to a working capital adjustment. It includes all Voortman trademarks and the J.M. Smucker […]
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Shelby Publishing Recognizes 2024 Emerging Leaders
Shelby Publishing has revealed its 2024 Emerging Leaders. The awards identify and recognize the next generation of leadership across all sectors of the food industry – retailers, wholesalers, distributors, suppliers/vendors and solutions providers. “The Emerging Leaders platform is Shelby’s contribution to all the initiatives in place to attract and retain talented individuals,” said Stephanie Reid, […]
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Admiral McRaven To Deliver Keynote At The NGA Show 2025
The National Grocers Association (NGA) has announced that William H. McRaven, retired U.S. Navy four-star admiral, former chancellor of the University of Texas System and author, will be the opening keynote speaker for The NGA Show 2025. “We are honored to have Admiral McRaven as our keynote speaker,” said Greg Ferrara, president and CEO of […]