IGA CENTENNIAL GLOBAL RALLY

Jacob & Jason Linnes Prove Distance Is No Excuse for Anything Less Than Excellent

IGA CEO John Ross spoke with brothers Jacob and Jason Linnes of Orcas Island Market, fifth-generation owners of a remote island grocery store, about how meticulous care, deep product variety, and a clever community gift card program earned them recognition as 2026 IGA Retailers of the Year.

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What's New at the Retail Learning Institute: Meet Elias and Explore the Redesigned Dashboard

Peek at what's new at the Retail Learning Institute: meet Elias, our 24/7 virtual assistant, and explore the redesigned Administrator Dashboard.

RED OVAL ROUNDUP

The Foodservice Flywheel: How Grocers Build Compounding Growth at the Perimeter

Transform your deli and prepared foods counter into a dynamic profit center with an integrated digital system that streamlines orders, enhances customer experience, and delivers actionable insights for sustainable perimeter growth.

WEBINAR

Why Every Independent Grocer Needs an IT Strategy & Roadmap

Join us Wednesday, August 26 to learn how independent retailers can close the technology gap without overspending. Get a practical roadmap for prioritizing IT projects. Register today.

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.

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