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title: "The IGA Minute: Fast, Effective Learning From IGA Coca-Cola Institute"
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NGA President & CEO shares importance of midterm elections for retailers; Bozzuto's Dream Ride hits new record; floral program partner

| View in browser October 27, 2022 FROM THE DESK OF Greg Ferrara President & CEO National Grocers Association Store Visits Help Washington Understand Main Street Community Grocers’ Needs   The independent grocery community is gaining the attention of key lawmakers who recognize the importance of issues like fair competition and credit card swipe fees. NGA President & CEO Greg Ferrara shares what’s working and why. FEATURED STORY Join IGA Coca-Cola Institute's New Pilot For Faster, Easier, More Effective Learning    The IGA Coca-Cola Institute has launched an innovative microlearning pilot that makes learning faster and easier while increasing knowledge retention. Get the details on this initiative (and how to participate) and see what else is new, including the location of 2023's International Supermarket Management Class, in this update. HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS Bozzuto's Dream Ride Hits New Fundraising Record   Hundreds of supporters revved their engines to ride for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Bozzuto’s annual Dream Ride Experience in support of the Special Olympics, raising $3.5 million. See photos and learn more about the largest philanthropic endeavor in Bozzuto’s long history of giving back.  RED OVAL ROUNDUP Fantasy Farms Helps Independents Blossom   Floral is a $7.4 billion category in grocery, and especially in demand around holidays. Learn how Fantasy Farms caters to independents in this interview between IGA CEO John Ross and Fantasy Farms’ Bill Fleener. INSTITUTE INSIGHTS Share Your Opinions In IGA Coca-Cola Institute Survey   The IGA Coca-Cola Institute needs your feedback to improve their 2023 offerings. Please complete the 9-minute survey by Oct. 31 for a chance to win $50-100 USD. 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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