Tag: Supplier

Infographic: The Explosive Growth of Natural and Organic (Timeline)

Organic and natural food is the fastest-growing sector of the American food marketplace. Over the past 15 years, these health and wellness trends have transformed the retail sector, driven by trade, policy and consumer trends, including shoppers’ desire for healthy,...

/ September 6, 2016

Supplier Spotlight: The skinny on running a cookie business

Emme Tyler, creator and owner of Skinny Batches, is dedicated to perfecting her craft--running a dynamic business and baking the tastiest natural desserts on the market.

/ August 11, 2016

Supplier Spotlight: How the Pie King is baking up new opportunities

Baking under the Pie King name now for more than 15 years, the Lancaster Pie King sells fresh, all natural pies to individuals, restaurants and other commercial markets.

/ July 20, 2016

Getting Discovered: 5 Qualities of a Great Product Profile

Product information comes in numerous shapes and sizes--your website, your pricing sheet, your sales deck…all of these sources house information you want to get in the hands of retail buyers.

/ July 15, 2016

Top Tech Trends for CPG Suppliers

Technology helps suppliers stand out and counter such retail pressures as changing consumer demographics, reduced brand loyalty, increased digital commerce and more demanding customers.

/ June 21, 2016

Sustainability Boosts Brand Awareness, Trust, and Sales

Today’s strong consumer demand for sustainable products can help suppliers and retailers stand out in the crowded business-to-consumer (B2C) marketplace.

/ March 1, 2016

How Local Products Attract Happy, Loyal Shoppers

Retailers increasingly source local products to streamline logistics and reduce transportation costs. Both retailers and suppliers build goodwill by investing in the local economy, and consumers feel good for supporting people and jobs in their community.

/ February 3, 2016

Hand in Hand: Innovation & Inspiration

Whatever the innovation you have in mind, embrace it. And in those moments when you doubt your idea—and everyone has those moments—don’t let go.

/ January 26, 2016