Greetings, watch Jennifer & Tim Bosma and Brian McGregor speak with IGA CEO John Ross about their stores; Plus, why celebrate in Atlanta? Dynamic sessions, guided store tours, and more await at the Centennial... ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­  
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August 13, 2026

IGA CENTENNIAL GLOBAL RALLY

Tim and Jennifer Bosma and John Ross

Jennifer & Tim Bosma Build Community One Token, One Salmon Dinner at a Time

 

IGA CEO John Ross catches up with Jennifer and Tim Bosma to talk about sustainability investments, employee empowerment, and creative community giving programs that have shaped their family store.

Brian McGregor and John Ross

Brian McGregor Brings Big-City Quality to Small-Town Idaho

 

IGA CEO John Ross sits down with Brian McGregor to talk about running a 24-hour independent grocery store in the small logging town of St. Maries, Idaho.

Atlanta skyline

Why Atlanta? The Perfect Backdrop for IGA's Centennial Celebration

 

IGA’s Centennial celebration will be where Atlanta’s storied past meets modern retail innovation. Experience dynamic sessions, guided tours, and invaluable networking with industry pioneers. Secure your place in the future of independent grocery today — register before next week's deadline of August 19.

FEATURED SPEAKER

Bill Aull, McKinsey

RED OVAL ROUNDUP

Powerade and basketball on bball court

Slam Dunk Snacking: IGA's March Madness Campaign Nets Major Results

 

IGA's Slam Dunk Snacking campaign delivered impressive results during the NCAA March basketball tournament, driving store visits and engagement with enticing recipes and offers.

Registration Closes 8-19

SWEEPSTAKES & CAMPAIGN REMINDERS

Watermelon Retail Merchandising Contest: Through August 31. Build your best watermelon display and submit for a chance to win $5,000. Find details here.

 

Celebrate Summer Grill Giveaway: Live through September 8, 2026. Find the strategy, assets, and sponsor lineup to capture more summer grilling dollars.

 

In It for the Long Haul Sweepstakes: Live through September 8. Help shoppers join you in celebrating 100 years of IGA with cash prizes and grocery support. Click for details and promotional assets.

The IGA Minute is a weekly newsletter delivering the IGA news you need. For questions, story ideas, or advertising inquiries, email Jessica Vician. 

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