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title: "The Next Generation: Simon Christon Keeps Isom IGA in Good Family Hands"
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Plus, SC Johnson updates a host of UPCs; Featured CTV ads; WIC course, and RSVP for the IGA Awards of Excellence Ceremony

| View in browser January 9, 2025 FEATURED STORY Simon Christon Keeps Isom IGA in Good Family Hands   Christon's journey to continuing his family’s store is a testament to the enduring value of small businesses in local communities. Keep reading for his story, from growing up in the aisles of mother Gwen's store to becoming store manager. RED OVAL ROUNDUP Stay Ahead of the Shelf: SC Johnson Announces Updated UPCs for Glade & Ziploc Products   SC Johnson is updating the UPCs for several popular products, including Glade aerosols and candles, and Ziploc bags. Get the list to ensure seamless inventory management and checkout processes. INSTITUTE INSIGHTS Featured Course: Cashier - WIC 1   Ensure your front-end staff are ready to complete WIC transactions and help shoppers finalize their purchases with insights from the Retail Learning Institute’s class Cashier - WIC 1: About the Program. CONNECTED TV Featured CTV Ad: The Market at Blaine   Nearly finished with a remodel, The Market at Blaine is advertising with Connected TV (CTV) ads produced and placed by IGA's ADvay Media Group. Preview two of the ads to see what's possible for independent grocers. EVENT IGA Awards of Excellence Ceremony   The IGA Awards of Excellence Ceremony, held on Monday, February 24, 2025 at Caesars Forum, will honor our Retailers of the Year and other award winners from around the globe. Seating is limited, so please RSVP below. The IGA Minute is a weekly newsletter delivering the IGA news you need. For questions, story ideas, or advertising inquiries, email Jessica Vician.  IGA Inc., 8745 W. Higgins Rd. Ste. 210, Chicago, IL 60631 Unsubscribe Manage preferences |
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