The Skinny Cow® brand is unveiling a new product that will make afternoon snack time that much better—Skinny Cow Slimited Editions(TM) Shake-Stirs(TM) product. Just add skim milk, wait one minute then stir for a delicious, refreshing low fat frozen shake. Best of all, the shakes are created in an all-inclusive cup—no blender needed. Each single-serve […]
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Grey Goose Rolls Out Cherry Noir Flavored Vodka
Grey Goose® has launched its first new flavor in five years, Grey Goose Cherry Noir. Grey Goose Cherry Noir is a masterful blend of Grey Goose Vodka and the finest cherries including rare black cherries handpicked in French Basque Country. Grey Goose Cherry Noir Flavored Vodka has already caught the attention of celebrities and influencers […]
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Consumers Help Alexia Foods, Tyler Florence ‘Reinvent A Classic’
For the second year in a row, Alexia Foods, a line of premium all-natural side dishes, and celebrity chef Tyler Florence invited consumers nationwide to have their culinary opinions heard by voting for the next great French fry flavor in the brand’s “Reinvent a Classic” campaign. The winning fry flavor, Bruschetta Waffle Fries, created by […]
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What Big Data Means for Retailers
[gn_note color=”#FFCC00″]The following is a Guest Column as a part of our EST Feature in the April Shelby Report.[/gn_note] by Jeff Weidauer Special to The Shelby Report If 2011 was the year of mobile, 2012 is shaping up to be the year of big data. Big data is defined as datasets too large to be […]
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Kimberly-Clark Senior Exec Jan Spencer Announces Retirement
Kimberly-Clark has announced that Jan Spencer, SVP of continuous improvement, sourcing and sustainability, will retire after a 34-year career with Kimberly-Clark. Spencer’s retirement will become effective July 1. Spencer leaves Kimberly-Clark following a distinguished career that saw him serve in a number of senior leadership positions. Most recently, Spencer spearheaded Kimberly-Clark’s continuous improvement efforts, which […]
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Kraft Recalls Single Code Date Of Planters Cocktail Peanuts
Kraft Foods Group Inc. is voluntarily recalling one code date of Planters Cocktail Peanuts sold in 12-oz. canisters (code date 09-Jan-14, UPC 2900007212) because there is a possibility that the product was exposed to water not intended for use in food during the production process. Consumers can find the code date on the bottom of […]
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Invest in Your Future
Every leader is aware of the value of a well-defined business strategy. Few, however, truly give thought to the leadership required to implement those strategies, especially ones that call for changes in the direction or capabilities of an organization. Having sufficient talent to fill key leadership roles is imperative for a successful and growing independent […]
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General Mills Releases 2012 Global Responsibility Report
General Mills has released its 2012 Global Responsibility Report, detailing the company’s progress in the areas of health, communities and environment. The 2012 report can be viewed or downloaded at GeneralMills.com. “Our approach to global responsibility is straightforward,” said Ken Powell, chairman and CEO of General Mills. “It’s all about living our values. When a […]