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.

COOP: Head of Product Development

Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom JOB DESCRIPTION Head of Product Development £80,000 - £90,000 plus benefits (Work Level 4) Manchester city centre We’re now working in a hybrid way, with colleagues dividing their time between home/remote working and the office. You can find out more about our hybrid working policy at colleagues.coop.co.uk/hybrid-working-policy We’re looking for

COOP: Head of Product Development2022-09-22T15:52:50-04:00

25 Days to the Velocity Sustainability Summit

Join us for the 2022 Velocity Institute Sustainability Summit, October 18-19, 2022 in Cincinnati Ohio. The Summit will bring the excitement of live in-person events back with a gathering in Cincinnati. Kroger, RiteAid, Misfits Market, Giant Eagle, United Dairy Farm will headline this years groundbreaking event. The Summit is a Private Brand/ Private Label

25 Days to the Velocity Sustainability Summit2022-09-21T20:12:58-04:00

Daymon Retail Insights Reveals ‘JOYment’ Megatrend

In their latest Daymon Retail Insights report, the team from Daymon explored how retailers are seeking to cultivate memorable experiences for consumers, providing joy, fun and escapism while also fitting into their daily routines – a megatrend known as ‘JOYment’. The report explores the three different journeys that JOYment can take in terms of consumer

Daymon Retail Insights Reveals ‘JOYment’ Megatrend2022-09-21T20:05:19-04:00

WHOLE FOODS: Senior Director, Sourcing – Exclusive Brands / Private Label

Job Description Whole Foods Market is the premiere lifestyle grocery destination. At the heart of the Company Mission and Purpose is the work we do to source the very best products in a manner which is a win for our shoppers, a win for the planet, and a win for our stakeholders. Every member of

WHOLE FOODS: Senior Director, Sourcing – Exclusive Brands / Private Label2022-09-21T19:47:57-04:00

Boots Launches New ‘Everyday’ Range

Walgreens-owned British drugstore chain Boots announced earlier this month the launch of its new low-price Retail Brand (private brand) "Everyday" a range of essential products. The lines are all priced at £1.50 or less and include 60 essentials across toiletries, skin care, dental, haircare, and period products. In addition to being affordable, the new

Boots Launches New ‘Everyday’ Range2022-09-20T19:27:37-04:00

Macy’s Announces Initiatives to Drive a Circular Future

Through its social purpose platform, Mission Every One, US department store retailer Macy’s is committed to creating a brighter future for all and creating a more equitable and sustainable future. This week Macy’s provided updated detail on its achievements towards its long-term Sustainability goals – including initiatives that promote circularity throughout its value chain. “As

Macy’s Announces Initiatives to Drive a Circular Future2022-09-20T16:41:48-04:00

Kroger, RiteAid, Misfits Market, Giant Eagle, United Dairy Farm to Headline Sustainability Summit

Join us for the 2022 Velocity Institute Sustainability Summit, October 18-19, 2022 in Cincinnati Ohio. The Summit will bring the excitement of live in-person events back with a gathering in Cincinnati. Kroger, RiteAid, Misfits Market, Giant Eagle, United Dairy Farm will headline this years groundbreaking event.The Summit is a Private Brand/ Private Label event with

Kroger, RiteAid, Misfits Market, Giant Eagle, United Dairy Farm to Headline Sustainability Summit2022-09-19T19:56:52-04:00

2022 Aldi Advent Calendars In Store November 2!

This past week discount grocer Aldi announced that its popular 2022 Aldi private brand Advent Calendars will be on the shelf in early November. Starting November 2, 2022, in the Aldi Finds aisle, shoppers will be able to purchase Aldi Advent Calendars. Historically Advent calendars at Aldi have something for everyone. They have themed chocolate

2022 Aldi Advent Calendars In Store November 2!2022-09-19T19:32:43-04:00

Dollar General Introduces OhGood! Vitamin Gummies

Goodlettsville, Tennessee-based discount retailer Dollar General announced this week the launch of the new health and wellness supplement Retail Brand (private brand) OhGood! “Vitamins and supplements can be beneficial for many of our customers, particularly those with certain medical conditions or dietary restrictions,” said Albert Wu, Dollar General’s chief medical officer. “In those instances, gummies

Dollar General Introduces OhGood! Vitamin Gummies2022-09-19T16:13:44-04:00

Ikea collab with Swedish House Mafia launches October 2022

IKEA and Swedish House Mafia have teamed up to democratize music production at home and enable the many music lovers to unleash their creativity. The result is OBEGRÄNSAD collection which will be launched in the US and globally in October 2022. IKEA and electronic music artists Swedish House Mafia set out to explore music

Ikea collab with Swedish House Mafia launches October 20222022-09-19T16:33:18-04:00