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The Next Generation of Networking: 7 Ways To Connect at Velocity Global

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The Next Generation of Networking: 7 Ways To Connect at Velocity Global2021-09-15T09:40:22-04:00

Asda removes 24.5 million plastic forks from salads to reduce pollution

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.4.8"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.4.8"][et_pb_column _builder_version="4.4.8" type="4_4"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.4.8" hover_enabled="0"]In-line with its ongoing commitment to ‘Use less and recycle more’, English retailer Asda is removing plastic forks from its salads and protein bowls. This move will result in the removal of over 24.5 million plastic forks each year across its private brand salads, which will equivalent to

Asda removes 24.5 million plastic forks from salads to reduce pollution2021-09-15T09:40:22-04:00

How will the coronavirus outbreak impact private brands?

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.4.7"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.4.7"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.4.7"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" _builder_version="4.4.7"]Below is the next guest post in our campaign to help the Private Brand community during these trying times. The post comes from Rick West, President, Field Agent. Admit it. It’s on all our minds right now. How will the coronavirus outbreak change shopper behavior and what will be the impact

How will the coronavirus outbreak impact private brands?2021-09-15T09:40:22-04:00

Private Brand At Amazon Under Attack

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Private Brand At Amazon Under Attack2021-09-15T09:40:22-04:00

The Home Gains Importance in Private Brand’s Future

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The Home Gains Importance in Private Brand’s Future2021-09-15T09:40:22-04:00

Clarity, Consistency & Innovation: Private Brand Imperatives

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Clarity, Consistency & Innovation: Private Brand Imperatives2021-09-15T09:40:22-04:00

Academy Sports: Product Line Manager

Academy Sports + Outdoors is one of the nation’s largest sporting goods and outdoor retailers. It’s no surprise that we not only know how to create experiences for our customers, but for our team members as well. Understanding our people and the things that matter to them the most has been at the core of

Academy Sports: Product Line Manager2022-02-16T09:23:12-05:00

CVS Pharmacy Expands Live Better & Abound

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CVS Pharmacy Expands Live Better & Abound2021-09-15T09:40:23-04:00

Asda Launches Vibrant Extra Special Tomatoes

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.4.8"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.4.8"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.4.8"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.4.8"]In recognition of British Tomato Fortnight, British retailer Asda is introducing two new varieties of private brand tomatoes to its customers, grown sustainably in Britain. When Asda customers buy a pack of Extra Special Mixed Tomatoes, they will be able to sample the delights of the two new varieties

Asda Launches Vibrant Extra Special Tomatoes2021-09-15T09:40:23-04:00

Home Depot: Manager Private Brands, Finance

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.4.8"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.4.8"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.4.8"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.4.8"]Location: Atlanta, GACategory: Finance/Acct/Treasury/Investor RelationsJob ID: 139698 The Home Depot, America’s home improvement retail leader, helps customers and Associates build success every day – and not just in our 2,200+ retail stores. Thousands of talented can-do people build amazing futures in field and corporate positions with us too. Join our orange-blooded family

Home Depot: Manager Private Brands, Finance2021-12-15T20:03:19-05:00

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