Operational & marketing tips from IGA USA, Caribbean, and Australia retailers lead to big impacts for the planet & the bottom line.
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Thursday, April 25, 2019
FROM THE DESK OF
Ana Velazquez, Learning Solutions Director, IGA Coca-Cola Institute
What's Right for the Planet is Right for Business
With Earth Day just behind us and climate issues on everyone’s mind, IGA Institute’s Ana Velazquez shares a reminder about the human side of sustainable operations and how two new courses from the Institute can help you better your business.
FEATURED STORY
Sustainable Operations: Going Green Saves Green
Every Earth Day, all eyes are on the environment, but across the U.S. IGA stores are showing their commitment to sustainable operations every day, from waste management to energy efficiency upgrades. Find out how IGA retailers’ operational changes are leading to big impacts for the planet, their communities, and their bottom lines.
BEST PRACTICES
Making the Most of Your Bag Fee
Learn how Harvest Market IGA is building shopper loyalty and differentiating from the competition by turning a state-mandated bag fee into an over $250,000 a year windfall for local charities.
Have a Best Practice of Your Own?
We want to hear it! Share your best practice today.
HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS
Marketing Sustainability in the Land Down Under
When it comes to doing their part for the planet, IGA stores across Australia have taken on a variety of initiatives that demonstrate their commitment to making the world a better place and draw Australia’s environmentally-conscious shoppers into IGA stores.
IGA ACTION ITEM
Independent Grocers Financial Survey: Time is Running Out!
Want to know where you stand in relation to other independents in the grocery industry? Participate in the NGA/FMS Independent Grocers Financial Survey today!
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