North Carolina grocer Mack McLamb was named the 2026 IGA USA International Retailer of the Year, the evening’s top U.S. honor.
Category: IGA
The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) was founded in 1926 by J. Frank Grimes, with the mission to unite independent grocery stores across the United States under a common brand, thereby enabling them to compete more effectively with larger national chains. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, IGA has grown into a global network of independently owned and operated supermarkets, each retaining its unique identity while benefiting from the collective strength and resources of the brand.
IGA stands out by offering tailored support to its member stores, including marketing services, merchandising strategies, and retail technology solutions. This support helps independent grocers provide high-quality products and exceptional customer service while maintaining their community-focused mission.
Today, IGA has a presence in more than 30 countries, with thousands of stores worldwide. Despite its global reach, the company remains dedicated to empowering independent grocers to thrive in their local markets, upholding the principles of quality, service, and community engagement that have defined the organization since its inception.
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IGA Community Development Builds Momentum, From ATL To Rural America
The Community Development arm that IGA announced in January continues its work around the country to bring grocery stores to areas that need them.
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Greenwood Market Place In MS Chosen To Host IGA 100th Celebration
It is one of only five stores in the IGA network selected to host a Community Day Celebration as part of the alliance’s anniversary festivities.
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IGA Opens Registration For Centennial Global Rally In Atlanta
The three-day celebration will mark 100 years of independent grocers and the organizations that support them.
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IGA, National Pork Board Partner To Drive Pork Category Growth At Retail
The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has begun a Red Oval Partnership with the National Pork Board (NPB), reinforcing IGA’s commitment to sharing resources with independent grocers to help them better serve shoppers. Through the partnership, the National Pork Board will collaborate with IGA member stores on in-store promotions, shopper marketing initiatives and educational resources featuring […]
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IGA Centennial USA Retailers Of The Year Recognized
The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has announced its 2026 Centennial USA Retailers of the Year, recognizing a group of independent grocers whose leadership, innovation and commitment to their communities exemplify the values that have defined IGA for the past 100 years. The retailers were announced during the welcome reception at The NGA Show 2026, marking […]
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Column: Why Are There So Many Food Deserts In America?
By Ashley Page, VP of marketing and public affairs for the Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) Most Americans, and certainly those of us in the grocery business, have grown used to seeing a bounty of food in our local grocery store. Rows of vibrantly colored fruits and vegetables, fresh meat and dairy and a huge variety […]
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IGA, Red Pepper Collaborate On Digital Marketing Solutions
The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has announced a new Red Oval Partnership with Red Pepper Digital, a provider of digital marketing solutions for retailers. The partnership will give IGA’s network of independent grocery stores access to innovative digital circular and advertising platforms that help grocers reach shoppers more effectively and drive measurable sales growth. “Our […]
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Azalea Fresh Market Opens As Atlanta’s First Municipal Grocery Store
Atlanta, in partnership with Invest Atlanta and Savi Provisions, has opened Azalea Fresh Market, a first-of-its-kind municipal grocery store in the city’s downtown. Located in the historic and repurposed Olympia Building, Azalea officially opened to the public Sept. 8. On that first day, the store welcomed 728 customers and brought in several thousands of dollars […]
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IGA, Flipp Offer Tech Solutions To Support Independent Grocers
The Independent Grocers Alliance is partnering with Flipp, a merchandising and media platform that powers the digital shopping experiences for more than 1,600 retailers and brands, to give IGA’s 7,500 global independent grocers a competitive edge in today’s evolving shopper landscape. “This partnership brings together two organizations deeply committed to supporting local communities and empowering […]
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IGA Begins Marketing, Technology Partnership With RSA America
In a step forward for independent grocers looking to compete with national chains through smart, scalable and affordable technology, the Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has begun a partnership with RSA America. Through the collaboration, IGA retailers will gain access to RSA America’s suite of marketing and technology platforms featuring loyalty, digital promotions, e-commerce, analytics and […]
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IGA Names 8 Retailer Of The Year Honorees
The Independent Grocers Alliance has selected eight stores as IGA USA Retailers of the Year, the highest honor it bestows upon its members. The awards are presented annually to grocers who have best provided leadership and excellence in their communities. Each store was nominated by its licensed distribution center (LDC). The retailers, who will be […]
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IGA Acquires Inmar’s Scanner Applications Co.
The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has acquired Inmar’s Scanner Applications, a performance-based media company that sets up scanned-based retail promotions, adjudicates claims and provides analytics and fraud control. According to IGA, the goal of the acquisition is to make it easier, less expensive and more efficient for independent retailers to execute promotions in their stores. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, IGA, Market Profile, Southeast
Reigning U.S. Retailer of the Year Pocahontas IGA Mixes It Up In Marlinton, WV
Pocahontas IGA in Marlinton, West Virginia, has been named one of the 2024 U.S. Retailers of the Year by the Independent Grocers Alliance, the highest honor the organization bestows upon its retail members. Owner Rob Hilleary and his team were nominated by their wholesaler, Merchant Distributors Inc., for their innovative store operations and for moving […]
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IGA Brings Back Summer Grill Giveaway Sweepstakes
The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has announced the return of the Celebrate Summer Grill Giveaway Sweepstakes. The Celebrate Summer Grill Giveaway will select three shoppers to win a dream grill of their choosing (valued at up to $1,000). Consumers can enter up to once a day at iga.com. Running through June 25, the giveaway is sponsored by The […]
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American Egg Board Aims To Educate IGA Shoppers, Retailers
The Independent Grocers Alliance is working with the American Egg Board, the U.S. egg industry’s national marketing organization, to help it get in front of shoppers at the more than 2,000 IGA grocery stores and deliver egg education and marketing resources to retailers. From recipes to social media content, these resources aid the American Egg […]