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My Private Brand Talks with Bellen Woodard, Crayon Activist

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="3.22"][et_pb_row _builder_version="3.25" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="3.25" custom_padding="|||" custom_padding__hover="|||"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.8.2" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat"]Welcome 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 Bellen

My Private Brand Talks with Bellen Woodard, Crayon Activist2021-09-15T09:27:59-04:00

Strategies To Build Diverse Teams Relayed At MPB Diversity Summit

Enhancing diversity in the Private Brands industry takes more than just good intentions — it requires actively building diverse teams. Speakers at the second and closing day of the My Private Brand Diversity Summit outlined strategies for succeeding with effective team building to enhance brands and organizations. “You need to make sure you have teams

Strategies To Build Diverse Teams Relayed At MPB Diversity Summit2021-09-15T09:27:59-04:00

Retailers Emphasize Diversity Imperative in Day One of the MPB Diversity Summit

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="3.22"][et_pb_row _builder_version="3.25" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="3.25" custom_padding="|||" custom_padding__hover="|||"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.9.0" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat" hover_enabled="0" sticky_enabled="0"]Private brand retailers have both an opportunity and imperative to make progress with diversity and inclusion. That is the take from retailers speaking at Day One of the My Private Brand Diversity Summit. “If you’re designing products for consumers,

Retailers Emphasize Diversity Imperative in Day One of the MPB Diversity Summit2021-09-15T09:27:59-04:00

CVS Pharmacy announces first ever best of Private Brand Winners

CVS Pharmacy, the retail division of CVS Health, released its first-ever Best of Our Brands awards results, revealing customers’ favorite exclusive Private Brand products across 13 categories, spanning health and wellness, beauty, and snacks.  Customers voted in a survey to determine product favorites from popular Store Brand lines, including CVS Health, Live Better by CVS Health,

CVS Pharmacy announces first ever best of Private Brand Winners2021-09-15T09:27:59-04:00

Target Partners with HBCU’s To Support Black Talent

From their focus on serving first-generation students to their important work helping bridge the academic achievement gap, historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) play a critical role in supporting and developing Black talent. As Target continues to work toward creating joy for all, the retailer partnering with HBCUs is essential to ensuring Black consumers see

Target Partners with HBCU’s To Support Black Talent2021-09-15T09:27:59-04:00

Foxtrot Market closes $42M investment round

Convenience store disruptor Foxtrot Market announced today that it has received a $42 million Series B growth investment. The round was led by David Barber's Almanac Insights and Monogram Capital Partners. Backers also include food and hospitality industry heavy-hitters David Chang, founder of Momofuku; Nicolas Jammet, co-founder and chief concept officer of Sweetgreen; and Walter

Foxtrot Market closes $42M investment round2021-09-15T09:27:59-04:00

MPB Diversity Summit Starts On Wednesday – 47 FREE Tickets Remain

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MPB Diversity Summit Starts On Wednesday – 47 FREE Tickets Remain2021-09-15T09:27:59-04:00

Private Brands: Supporting the Needs of the SNAP & Value Shopper

[et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"]In its latest report, Daymon presents “Private Brands – Consumer Series: Supporting the Needs of the SNAP & Value Shopper.” The report by Kathrine Murray, Manager Consumer Insights, and Sarah Diamond Associate Marketing Manager presents a look at the opportunities US retailers have if they capture their share of

Private Brands: Supporting the Needs of the SNAP & Value Shopper2021-09-15T09:27:59-04:00

6 Days & Counting to the My Private Brand Diversity Summit

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6 Days & Counting to the My Private Brand Diversity Summit2021-09-15T09:27:59-04:00

CVS & Aldi Private Brands Recognized By Product Of The Year

New York — Product of the Year USA, a consumer-voted award for product innovation, recognized 41 items as part of its 2021 Product of the Year Awards, including Ferrara Candy Co.’s Keebler Chips Deluxe Original in the cookie category, Aldi’s Simply Nature Bean Chips in the chip sector and also from Aldi Clancy’s White Cheddar Cheese Popcorn

CVS & Aldi Private Brands Recognized By Product Of The Year2021-09-15T09:28:00-04:00

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