As 2022 comes to a close, we're sharing the stories you read the most. What did they have in common? Shining stars. Whether you read who claimed the USA Retailer of the Year title, fondly remembered a beloved employee, or learned how retailers overcame natural disasters to help their towns, Independent Grocers Alliance members celebrated and looked out for each other in 2022.
Nine retailers were nominated by their wholesalers and will be recognized at the 2023 Awards of Excellence Ceremony in Las Vegas, Nevada on February 27.
IGA lost a true friend when Ricky St. John, an IGA area director who brought laughter and joy to all he encountered, passed away in June. Retailers and colleagues shared stories about Ricky's life.
After six feet of flood water swept through Isom IGA in historic flooding, Owner Gwen Christon focused on helping her devastated community as she determined if the store could be rebuilt.
The risk of cyber attacks reached a critical level in 2022. Learn why independent grocers are at an increased risk of an attack, hear from victims, and learn how to reduce your risk.
Independent retailers can recoup some pandemic-related costs thanks to the Employee Retention Credit, which rewards businesses that kept employees on payroll during the pandemic.
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