Beginning this month, Instacart’s more than 7,000 brand partners will have access to in-store advertising on Caper Carts, its AI-powered smart carts, with no additional work required. Caper Cart ads are inventory- and aisle-aware, which means that ad campaigns will extend only to carts when shoppers are in relevant aisles and where items are in […]
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NGA Scores Big Legislative Wins For Independent Grocers
At the time of this writing, the first 100 days of the new congressional session are wrapping up, and the National Grocers Association (NGA) has secured major victories that will ease regulatory burdens, promote fair competition and protect independent grocers nationwide. From advocating for antitrust enforcement to blocking costly energy regulations, NGA’s efforts are making […]
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Snacking Report: Consumers Seek More Intentional Opportunities To Indulge
Mondelēz International has released findings from its sixth annual State of Snacking report, a global trends study examining how consumers make snack decisions. Overall, indulgence and treating remain at the front of the category, with most consumers snacking as a treat or reward. Developed in partnership with The Harris Poll, the State of Snacking survey […]
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Groceryshop 2025 Introduces First Advisory Board
Groceryshop has established an advisory board, composed of senior executives from grocery retailers and CPG brands from around the world, to help shape the strategic direction of the upcoming conference, ensuring it addresses the most pressing challenges and opportunities. Set for Sept. 28-Oct. 1 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Groceryshop 2025 will bring together […]
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FMI Expert: Helping Customers With Health Can Yield Loyalty For Stores
Rick Stein, VP of fresh foods for FMI – The Food Industry Association, took time out during the association’s recent Midwinter Executive Conference in Marco Island, Florida, to share some insights from its bountiful research. How bountiful? Each year, FMI publishes “State of” and “Speaks” reports that outline what’s going on in the food industry […]
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Leadership: Be A River – Not A Reservoir
Out-of-date leadership is associated with authority, decision-making and control. However, the most effective and true leaders understand that their role is not to accumulate power for themselves but to channel it outward by empowering, inspiring and serving others. This principle is best captured in the metaphor, be a river – not a reservoir. A river […]
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PLMA Inducts Private Label Hall Of Fame Class Of 2025
The Private Label Hall of Fame induction ceremony took place during the PLMA 2025 Annual Meeting & Leadership Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona. The class consists of nine men and women who were honored in one of three categories: Private Brand Champion Thomas Becker, who most recently served as director of proprietary brands, Circle K; John […]
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NFRA Convention To Spotlight Innovation, Leadership, Industry Growth
The National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) has opened registration for this year’s NFRA Convention, taking place Oct. 18-21 at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, Florida. More than 1,700 anticipated attendees will conduct more than 6,500 business meetings over the course of three days. Of particular interest: Registration now open: The NFRA Convention […]