100% vegetable, rich in proteins and based on algae: under the name "BettaF! Sh TU-NAH", German discounters ALDI Nord and ALDI SÜD are bringing sandwiches with vegan tuna substitutes to the snack shelf at the end of October. Behind this is the startup “BettaF! Sh”, which ALDI supported as part of the “TechFounders” accelerator funding
Job ID: 748184BR Location: 433 W VAN BUREN STREET, CHICAGO, IL Job Summary The Senior Manager of Owned Brand Insights partners with the Owned Brand (“OB”) Commercialization division and infuses a customer lens on business decisions that drive the Walgreens private label strategy. This role also manages and nurtures a team that creates, develops, and implements
Bird, Cat, Fried egg, Mermaid dog and Sandwich friends - these cuddly friends form IKEA’s new SAGOSKATT soft toy Retail Brand collection, designed by kids that participated in the retailer’s drawing competition. The Dodo Bird was designed by US winner, Nick! Available at IKEA US stores October 2021, IKEA will donate 100% of the
If you’re anything like the Publix Retail Brand team, you look forward to the surprise of limited-time private brand offerings. Whether it’s seasonally-inspired bakery treats or something else altogether, the retailer is always keeping their eyes open – looking for the latest and greatest products. Taking inspiration from some of the favorite flavors of
Yesterday, Albertsons Companies, Inc. reported results for the second quarter of fiscal 2021, which ended September 11, 2021. “We are pleased with our second-quarter results as we continue to execute our transformation strategy. The favorable consumer backdrop together with our focus on in-store excellence, accelerating our digital and omnichannel capabilities, increasing productivity, and strengthening
Five members of a congressional committee accused Jeff Bezos and Amazon executives of lying under oath, according to a Monday letter to Andy Jassy, who succeeded Bezos as CEO in July. The letter was signed by New York Democrat Jerrold Nadler, who chairs the Judiciary Committee, plus David Cicilline, D-R.I., who chairs the antitrust subcommittee, Ken Buck, R-Colo.,
Become a PRO or PLUS Member and Save 50% Since our launch almost a month ago the Velocity Institute (RBI) has grown exponentially. Retailers, Manufacturers and Solution Partner's have joined our ranks eager to create the future of Private Brand. The RBI platform embraces both in-person and virtual interaction to create the next generation
Today, Whole Foods Market global buyers and experts unveiled their top 10 anticipated food trends for 2022 in the retailer’s seventh-annual Trends predictions. Buzz-less spirits, yuzu, Reducetarianism and functional beverages made with prebiotics and botanicals are among the food influences expected to rise in popularity in the next year. Each year, a Trends Council of more than 50
Last week online retailer Thrive Market unveiled their first shoppable healthy cookbook. With 60+ recipes featuring better-for-you, healthy ingredients and single touch “add to cart” QR codes, this cookbook is redefining what healthy cooking at home looks like—all in 30 minutes or less. The book titled, Healthy Living Made Easy, is exclusively available on ThriveMarket.com for
Late last week US department store retailer Macy’s introduced its 2020 Sustainability Report and of course Retail Brands played a significant role in the report. Highlights include: By 2025 the retailer expects to reduce water use by third-parties manufacturing Macy’s private brands by 25% against a 2019 baseline in areas of “high water stress.”
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