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title: "The IGA Minute: Announcing the 2023 IGA USA Retailers of the Year! 🏆"
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Plus, Hyer offers on-demand labor solutions; Schild's IGA wine tastings a hit with shoppers; an independent testifies in D.C.; and more

| View in browser December 1, 2022 FEATURED STORY 2023 IGA USA Retailers Of The Year Announced   We are thrilled to announce the 2023 IGA USA Retailers of the Year, a group of nine Independent Grocers Alliance retailers throughout the U.S. who have been nominated by their wholesalers. Each will be recognized at the 2023 Awards of Excellence Ceremony in Las Vegas, Nevada on February 27. See the winners and get details on the ceremony. RED OVAL ROUNDUP Hyer Offers On-Demand Labor Solution   Hyer, IGA's newest Red Oval partner, is ready to help retailers with the labor shortage. See how they deliver happy, trained workers (with a 93% satisfaction rate) in this video interview. HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS Schild's IGA Wine Tastings Capture Interest & Sales   The U.S. has the largest wine market in the world, providing an opportunity for independent retailers to educate consumers on the best wine for their palates and in turn, tap into local wine sales. Two Schild's IGA locations in Ohio are doing just that by hosting wine tastings that are a resounding success. See how they do it and get tips for hosting your event. NEWS Independent Grocer Testifies On Merger In D.C.   CEO of Fresh Encounter Inc., Michael Needler Jr., a third-generation independent grocer who operates nearly 100 grocery stores in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Florida, testified before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Competition Policy, Antitrust, and Consumer Rights on the effect of enhanced consolidation and buyer power in the marketplace. TO DO Final Day To Order 2023 Q1 Signage   Encourage shoppers to start 2023 with a fresh budget and dedication to wellness with the Quarterly Marketing Kit's 2023 Q1 signage. Today is the final day to order for Jan. 1 delivery. Woman of the Year Nominations   Women Grocers of America (WGA) invites you to nominate yourself or another exemplary female in the independent food sector for the 2023 WGA Woman of the Year Award. Nominations are due Dec. 9, 2022. The IGA Minute is a weekly newsletter delivering the IGA news you need. For questions or story ideas, email Ashley Page. For advertising inquiries, contact Jessica Vician.  IGA Inc., 8745 West Higgins Road, STE 350, Chicago, IL 60631, United States Unsubscribe Manage preferences |
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