REGISTER NOW! FEBRUARY 21, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST Join us for the FREE online summit to explore AI and its potential uses and pitfalls for private brands and retail. Presentations will include AI trailblazers, apologists, analysts, and thought leaders. Retailer-owned Brands are at an inflection point with AI. Retail executives
WATCH NOW! Retailer-owned brands / private brands are increasingly becoming a force to reckon with in the consumer market, driven by their unique ability to offer distinctive products that resonate with shoppers. From Trader Joe's customer-acclaimed snacks to JCPenney's philanthropic clothing line, the push for private labels is reimagining retail boundaries and consumer
WATCH THE INTERVIEW The retail landscape is continually evolving, with new trends and challenges emerging as businesses strive to stay competitive and meet consumer demands. Private brands, also known as Retailer-owned brands, are an integral part of this dynamic industry. In a recent episode of Velocity Talks, Christopher Durham, president of the Velocity
WATCH NOW! In this week's enlightening episode of Velocity, host Christopher Durham takes a deep dive into the dynamic world of retailer-owned brand news. The landscape of consumer goods is ever-evolving, and the past year has marked a significant surge in the popularity of retailer-owned brands across various sectors. With 2023 witnessing an
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WATCH NOW! In this week's enlightening episode of Velocity, host Christopher Durham takes a deep dive into the dynamic world of retailer-owned brand news. Engage with insightful discussions on the delayed Kroger-Albertsons merger, the introduction of Staples' new breakroom brand, and the pivotal move by Store Brands magazine as it transitions from print
WATCH THE INTERVIEW Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Private Brands: Insights from Tom Ewing at Velocity Talks The private brand industry has witnessed transformative changes over the years, shifting from the early days of generic offerings to becoming a powerhouse in retail differentiation. Tom Ewing, an esteemed veteran in the private brand sector,
ENTER TODAY! Vertex Awards Standard Entries Close Friday! The Vertex Awards are back. Submissions are officially open for the competition to gain global recognition for outstanding Retailer-owned Brand (private brand / private label) package design. Retailers, manufacturers, and agencies can now enter their designs with the lowest price of this year's competition the
WATCH NOW! Welcome to Velocity This Week, where we dive into the world of retailer-owned brand news and provide you with insights and opinions on the latest trends. In today's episode, we'll be discussing some exciting developments from M&S, Ikea, Sainsbury's, and Trader Joe's. So, let's jump right in! M&S Launches a Gut
WATCH THE INTERVIEW Welcome to Velocity Talks, where we dive deep into the world of Retailer-owned Brand / private brand manufacturing and explore the trends and innovations shaping the industry. In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with JoAnne Labounty, the owner of a USDA inspected meat plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina,
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