About Christopher Durham

Christopher Durham is the president of the Velocity Institute. Prior to this he founded the groundbreaking site My Private Brand. He is the co-founder of The Vertex Awards. He began his retail career building brands at Food Lion and Lowe’s Home Improvement. Durham has worked with retailers around the world, including Albertsons, Family Dollar, Petco, Staples, Office Depot, Best Buy, Metro Canada. Durham has published seven definitive books on private brands, including Fifty2: The My Private Brand Project and Vanguard: Vintage Originals.

Trader Joe’s & the Taste of Spain

If there’s a hall of fame for side dishes, Spanish rice must surely hold a place of honor within it. Also known as Mexican rice or arroz rojo, this delectably savory and richly aromatic dish of skillet-toasted, garlic-and-tomato seasoned, beautifully red-and-yellow-hued rice is a consummate companion for all kinds of entrées, ranging from tacos and

Trader Joe’s & the Taste of Spain2022-10-25T20:26:09-04:00

Walmart: Senior Manager II, Product Development & Merchandising Innovation

(USA) Senior Manager II, Product Development & Merchandising Innovation - WEC (HO) Private Brand Management At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make to create the future of retail, from responsible sourcing to sustainability – and everything in between.

Walmart: Senior Manager II, Product Development & Merchandising Innovation2022-10-25T20:13:15-04:00

Walmart Introduces Joyspun

The intimates category is undergoing a significant transformation, shifting to an era of inclusivity, body positivity, and styles prioritizing comfort and confidence. At Walmart, they are making a few big changes as they continue to evolve and grow the retailers fashion assortment to reflect these trends and create brands that resonate with Walmart customers, helping

Walmart Introduces Joyspun2022-10-24T20:02:59-04:00

ALDI Mama Cozzi Pizza’s On Sale all Spooky Season

Pizza lovers across the U.S. are heating up their ovens in anticipation of the mouthwatering price drop from ALDI this month. For a limited time, shoppers can enjoy a variety of Retail Brand (private brand) ALDI Mama Cozzi’s Pizza Kitchen Take and Bake Deli Pizzas all for under $6. The pizza promo is scheduled for

ALDI Mama Cozzi Pizza’s On Sale all Spooky Season2022-10-23T15:35:03-04:00

Whole Foods Forecasts Top 10 Food Trends for 2023

This week, Whole Foods Market’s Trends Council unveiled their top 10 anticipated food trends for 2023 in the retailer’s eighth-annual Trends predictions. Yaupon-infused beverages, produce packed pastas, repurposed pulp and climate-conscious callouts are among the food trends expected to rise in popularity in the next year. Each year, the Trends Council – a collective of

Whole Foods Forecasts Top 10 Food Trends for 20232022-10-20T19:42:32-04:00

Natural Grocers the Second Annual “Best of the Best” Winners

Natural Grocers, the largest family-operated organic and natural grocer in the U.S., is announced this week the results of its second annual "Best of the Best" customer survey Last month, customers voted in Natural Grocers' second annual "Best of the Best" customer survey, answering 6 questions to rank their favorite Natural Grocers Retail Brand (private

Natural Grocers the Second Annual “Best of the Best” Winners2022-10-19T16:57:12-04:00

Amazon Expands Aplenty with 100+ New Seasonal Products

Amazon has expanded its Retail Brand (private brand) Aplenty with the addition of more than 100 new products that showcase seasonal fall flavors. The new products join the brand which was launched in the spring of 2021. The retailer touts the new range this way “With the cool weather upon us, Amazon’s private label food

Amazon Expands Aplenty with 100+ New Seasonal Products2022-10-18T23:23:15-04:00

ULINE: Private Label Art Director

Job ID: R223098 Location: Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Private Label Art Director Corporate Headquarters 12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Uline's Creative department is a powerhouse of over 130 team members who execute our visuals on tight deadlines with consistent brand clarity. Each day buzzes with excitement and collaboration. Better together than apart. This position

ULINE: Private Label Art Director2022-10-18T22:38:35-04:00

Loblaw Freezes Prices on 1,500 No Name Brand Products

Today, Loblaw Companies Ltd announced a price freeze on more than 1,500 no name brand items, in an effort provide grocery-bill predictability to Canadians facing the highest food inflation in decades. With a range of grocery and household essentials, no name is Canada’s second-largest food brand, already offering average savings of 25% against comparable name

Loblaw Freezes Prices on 1,500 No Name Brand Products2022-10-17T20:22:28-04:00

John B. Sanfilippo: Business Manager, Private Label

Department: Sales- Consumer Reports to Job Title: Director of Sales, Private Label Fair Labor Standards Act Status (FLSA): Exempt Summary of the Position: The business manager (Private Label) is responsible for the sales, development, and growth of national and/or regional accounts for branded or private brand nut and nut-related products. Responsible for the achievement of

John B. Sanfilippo: Business Manager, Private Label2022-10-17T20:07:19-04:00