As a nearly 100-year-old company founded in America with thousands of stores worldwide, IGA is made of family-owned businesses who support our communities because it is the right thing to do. But yesterday's attack on the U.S. Capitol Building threatened the democracy that allows our businesses the privilege to do the right thing, says IGA CEO John Ross. Read his message to IGA retailers across the world.
FEATURED STORY
How to Keep Your Sales Up in 2021
While the pandemic brought IGA stores a flock of new shoppers seeking safety and transparency in their local grocer, retailers must convert them to loyal shoppers as value and convenience become increasingly important. Find out how reinvesting in your store through IGA programs, like eCommerce, the National Digital Ad, IGA Décor, private label, and more can help you hold on to the sales you've gained during the pandemic.
INSTITUTE INSIGHTS
Supermarket Management Module Starts Monday
The IGA Coca-Cola Institute is launching three online modules for the popular Supermarket Management class beginning on Monday, January 11. Students can choose one, two, or all three modules available, focusing on loss prevention, sustainability, and leadership, which will be taught by industry experts, blending online group activities and classes. Retailers, store managers, and any team members with an interest should reserve their spot the first module—loss prevention—today.
RED OVAL ROUNDUP
Better For You Snacks Gain Popularity
As consumers search for healthy snack options during the pandemic and New Year, the snacking category continues to grow. See why salty snacks and ready-to-eat popcorn are especially surging in the category and learn how to merchandise them with tips from Amplify Snack Brands, the brand behind SkinnyPop and Pirate's Booty, and whose National Digital Ad offer begins on January 24.
SHOPPER SOLUTIONS
Mediterranean Rice Salad
Shoppers looking to eat healthier in the New Year and include more produce in their recipes should look no further than this Mediterranean Rice Salad. Help your shoppers get healthy—share this recipe with them with the click of a button.
IGA ALERT
Your COVID-19 Resource Center
Visit IGA Alert to find the latest resources on COVID-19 in the grocery industry, including your state and local guidance, tips on how to prevent and manage infection, virus prevention signage, associate training, best practices, and more.
NGA UPDATES
Enter NGA's Creative Choice Awards
NGA's Creative Choice Awards honor and recognize the best marketing and merchandising programs in the grocery industry. Share how your stores and teams adapted in 2020, from celebrating Supermarket Superheroes to creatively ensuring customers could purchase essential goods. Enter by January 15, 2021 for your chance to be honored at the NGA show.
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