Today I am excited to launch the first industry benchmarking survey that Velocity Institute of 2024. This second annual survey is designed to speak directly to the industry and gauge how retailers, manufacturers, and solution partners are approaching innovation. This project conducted by our research partner VOCCII is focused on providing insights about the
WATCH NOW! What a journey it's been at the Velocity Private Brand + AI Summit 2024! We're buzzing with excitement to share some game-changing news with you all. Drumroll, please... All the mind-blowing presentations from the summit are officially LIVE on the Velocity YouTube channel! Yep, you heard that right – it's time to
WATCH THE INTERVIEW In this episode of Velocity Talks, Christopher Durham, president of the Velocity Institute, invites Kim Carswell to dive deep into the nuances of private branding, sustainability, and packaging innovation. These show notes present an overview of Kim's illustrious career, her current endeavors, and her insights into the future of sustainable
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! In this episode of Velocity This Week, Christopher Durham brings the latest news in the world of retailer-owned brands / private brand /private label. He discusses the viral success of Walgreens' gummy mango candy on TikTok, Target's relaunch of their up&up brand with higher quality standards, Good Food Holdings' introduction of their
WATCH THE INTERVIEW In this engaging episode of Velocity Talks, host Christopher Durham sits down with Justin Honaman from Amazon to delve into the intersection of retail, private branding, technology, and sustainability. As a pivotal figure at Amazon Web Services with expertise in worldwide retail and consumer goods, Justin offers profound insights on
Are you or is there someone in your organization who is an experienced and dynamic speaker who can help retail and private brand professionals develop strategies, skills, and a mindset that drives private brand excellence? If so, we invite you to speak at the Velocity Conference + Innovation Expo when it returns to Charlotte,
WATCH NOW! This Week in Private Brand: Beauty, Pets, and More Welcome to Velocity This Week, Tuesday, February 6th, 2024. This is our weekly look inside the world of Retailer-owned Brand news with a healthy dose of insights and opinions. In this week's edition, we have exciting stories on pets and beauty, highlighting
The Velocity Conference + Expo will be held May 13-15, 2024, at the Sheraton Hotel + Conference Center in Charlotte, NC. The conference will present Executives from the world's largest retailers, thought leaders, and solution partners delivering actionable insights into the future of private brands. Platinum, Gold, Silver & Bronze packages
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
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