Sponsored content by Tyson Foods Inc. Shoppers really don’t like meal kit services, which they’ve been led to believe will make their lives easier. In fact, they give them three strikes for being a “recipe for more stress.”1 According to Eric LeBlanc, director of channel marketing, deli, at Tyson Foods Inc., “Instead of striving to […]
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Specialty Food Association Honors Two With Lifetime Achievement Awards
This year, the Specialty Food Association (SFA) is recognizing two industry legends with Lifetime Achievement Awards. Chef Paul Prudhomme and distributor Seymour Binstein will be celebrated for their roles in helping to build specialty food into a $140 billion industry. “The mission of Specialty Food Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award is to celebrate those whose careers […]
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With Retail Store Openings Down And Closings Up, Employees Appreciate Leadership
by Art Patch/a retired retail executive & regular columnist for The Shelby Report There is so much happening in retail businesses, it’s no wonder employees are concerned about their future. Most distressing is a recent industry study by Jones Lang LaSalle showing new store openings down 28.8 percent in 2017. Most of us follow the […]
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Acosta: Mix Of National, Private Label Brands Key To Retailer Success
As the brick-and-mortar grocery industry faces increasing competition from all angles, an effective brand strategy can be the key to sustained success for retailers. Shoppers turn to different brands for different needs and seek a balance when it comes to retailers and brand offerings, according to Acosta—a full-service sales and marketing agency for the consumer packaged […]
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Hallmark Expands Birthday Card Lineup, Partners With Online Influencers
Hallmark is kicking off the summer season with new introductions to the greeting card aisle. This year, the company says it is focusing on celebrating birthdays with brand new cards that “bring dazzling lights, fun sounds and loads of excitement.” Hallmark also is launching two all-new card lines and introducing to its retail partners—for the […]
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Recommended: Grocers Trying To Lessen Impact On The Environment
Specialty grocery stores such as Ellwood Thompson’s Local Market and Whole Foods Market have as part of their mission to minimize their impact on the environment and natural resources. “We are worried about the planet. We care about the generations to come, our children and grandchildren,” said Rick Hood, owner of Ellwood Thompson’s, which has […]
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Albertsons Cos. Launches ‘Top-Shelf’ Private Label Line
Albertsons Cos. is “expanding and elevating” its Own Brands portfolio with Signature Reserve, branded as a “top-shelf culinary presence.” “Signature Reserve inspires delicious discovery with extraordinary and expertly sourced flavors and ingredients,” said Geoff White, president of Albertsons Cos. Own Brands. “Shoppers are more educated and interested in culinary trends than ever before, and Signature […]
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Kroger Precision Marketing To Begin Offering Boosted Product Listing Ads
The Kroger Co., through Kroger Precision Marketing powered by 84.51°, will launch a self-service marketing platform, Boosted Products in Search, on June 4. Kroger intends for the platform to help brands reach digitally active shoppers with hyper-relevant products within search results across Kroger digital properties, and view performance in real-time. Brands will have the ability to promote their online […]