When the tasting panel first tried what is now Trader Joe’s Small Batch Vodka 10X Distilled, they loved it. It is mellow, remarkably clean, crisp and smooth. This vodka is made from corn, so is gluten-free (vegan, too). But what makes it so easy to drink is first the sweet, delicious water, which is sourced from
7-Eleven Japan’s latest promotional campaign promises that extraordinary moments can be found on the most ordinary days – as demonstrated in the world's largest convenience retailer’s new animated miniseries, ‘Rainbow Finder.’ Each short episode (less than two minutes) is essentially a commercial which features 7-eleven private branded product. The short films have the polish and
Job Summary Responsible for assigned Owned Brands category sales and profit development through category, market, and product trend knowledge and application. Makes customer-led recommendations to meet and exceed Company, Division, and individual targets for Sales and Profit through working with key stakeholders throughout the Company. Manages several diverse categories simultaneously. This manager is expected to
Kroger hosted a virtual 2021 Investor Day today to provide an update on the retailer's strategic initiatives and plans to deliver strong and sustainable total shareholder return of 8% – 11%. "Kroger continues to deliver for customers through our seamless ecosystem and relentless focus on freshness, value and convenience," said Rodney McMullen, Kroger's chairman and
The list of ALDI private brands backed by the Good Housekeeping Seal keeps growing, this time with the addition of 34 ALDI Earth Grown private brand products. The Earth Grown brand, made up of premium yet affordable plant-based options, now joins more than 170 other ALDI products that feature the trusted symbol of consumer assurance
Welcome to My Private Brand Talks a weekly interview series in which I will discuss the state of private brand, retail, and careers with retail executives and private brand thought leaders from around the world. This week’s episode features my conversation with Matthew Stillings CEO of North American manufacturer of home and personal care products
Taft’s Brewing Co. and Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana-based convenience retailer United Dairy Farmers (UDF) join together in a delicious mashup with their brand-new private brand UDF Milkshake IPA. Brewed with heaps of hops, lactose, oats and flaked wheat for a refreshing and hoppy twist on a Cincinnati classic. This new beer will be available at
After the resounding success of the first campaign in July 2020, Lidl Switzerland is bringing the Lidl private brand sneaker back to the shelves. The strictly limited special offer also includes Lidl sports socks and Lidlettes - Lidl Schlarpen. The collection will be available from Easter Monday, April 5th. Originally intended as an April Fool's joke,
The men’s grooming category has been talked about for years, but it’s finally begun to reach the mainstream. The global men’s grooming industry is expected to hit $78.6 billion by 2023, from $57.7 billion in 2017, according to a Research and Markets report. Hoping to capture share in that dramatic growth CVS Health has launched
Just in time for spring, Big Lots is inviting shoppers to live a little bigger outdoors with the launch of its largest-ever lawn and garden assortment. With over 900 square feet of designated store space for more than 1,200 outdoor furniture pieces including private brands Broyhill and Real Living – Big Lots is the ultimate
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