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title: "⏱The IGA Minute: Wagner's IGA Celebrates 100 Years"
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Plus, IGA CEO John Ross reflects on the Albertsons-Kroger merger; AHA! display contest returns; Budweiser & meat boost baskets; wine webinar

| View in browser November 10, 2022 FROM THE DESK OF IGA CEO John Ross When the Big Get Bigger: Reflecting on the Albertsons-Kroger Merger   What can independents expect if the Albertsons-Kroger merger goes through? IGA CEO John Ross shares his predictions for both the short- and long-term in this column. FEATURED STORY Wagner's IGA Reaches Century Milestone   Wagner's IGA has been serving communities for 100 years, recently celebrating the century milestone with an in-store party and giveaways. Now the neighborhood grocer has other changes in line under the new ownership of Leo Braido. Former owner Wally Wagner, Jr. reflects on the years of building his store's reputation. RED OVAL ROUNDUP Bulk Up Basket Size With Budweiser & Meat   When shoppers purchase Budweiser and meat together, their average basket goes up 38%. Find out why and preview Budweiser's digital holiday offers.  AHAlidays Display Contest Is Back!   Time to get creative for a chance to win $5K — the AHAlidays Display Contest is back. With AHA! sales up 41% last holiday season thanks to your displays, retailers can excite shoppers while having fun. Get the details on the contest and cross-merchandising ideas. EVENTS Webinar: The Better-For-You Wine Category & Independent Retailers   Better-for-you wine sales grew over 200% in the last year. Learn about this emerging wine category and how you can capitalize on the trend in next week's webinar with Fresh Vine Wines Co-Founder and Winemaker Jamey Whetstone and IGA CEO John Ross. You're Invited To The IGA Awards Of Excellence Ceremony   We're honoring the best of the best at this invitation-only event during The NGA Show in Las Vegas. Get the details on this can't-miss party sponsored by The Coca-Cola Company and RSVP to secure your reservation. 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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