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Pandemic Drives New Imperatives for Private Brands

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Pandemic Drives New Imperatives for Private Brands2021-09-15T09:39:50-04:00

IKEA and the LEGO Collaborate: Play, Display and Replay

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.6.0" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.6.0" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.6.0" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.6.0" _module_preset="default"]Late last week, IKEA of Sweden AB and the LEGO Group reveal the long-awaited outcome of their collaboration. The two brands joined forces to create the private brand collaboration IKEA BYGGLEK – a playful storage solution. Consisting of a series of storage boxes with LEGO

IKEA and the LEGO Collaborate: Play, Display and Replay2021-09-15T09:39:50-04:00

M&S & Ocado Partnership Brings 6,800 Private Brand Products Online

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.6.0" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.6.0" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.6.0" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.6.0" _module_preset="default"]This week marks the beginning of a transformational partnership between two iconic British retailers — Marks & Spencer (M&S) and Ocado—aimed at “bringing the best together” as shoppers are now able to have their favorite M&S private brand products delivered online, as part of their

M&S & Ocado Partnership Brings 6,800 Private Brand Products Online2021-09-15T09:39:50-04:00

The D&I Journey at Ahold Delhaize: Sharing Best Practices a FREE WISE Webinar

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.4.9"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.4.9"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.4.9"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.4.9"]WISE WebinarThe Power of “i”: Inclusion, Innovation, & ImpactWednesday, September 2nd2:00 EST | 1:00 CST | 12:00 MST | 11:00 PST Bringing Diversity & Inclusion to life in all corporate settings is a journey, takes time, and an intentional focus on systemic change. Join us to learn how Ahold

The D&I Journey at Ahold Delhaize: Sharing Best Practices a FREE WISE Webinar2021-09-15T09:39:50-04:00

Walgreens Introduces Private Brand Arthritis Pain Relief Gel

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Walgreens Introduces Private Brand Arthritis Pain Relief Gel2021-09-15T09:39:50-04:00

New Research Measures Consumer “Love” of Private Brands

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.5.6" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.5.6" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.5.6" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.5.6" _module_preset="default"]Natural and organic Private Brands are striving to further engage consumers, and a first-of-its-kind study identifies opportunities to drive differentiation and build loyalty. The study and a unique brand score metric were unveiled during a presentation at Velocity Global called “Private Brand — A Question

New Research Measures Consumer “Love” of Private Brands2021-09-15T09:39:50-04:00

Walmart Serves Up Great Value Holiday Cookies

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Walmart Serves Up Great Value Holiday Cookies2021-09-15T09:39:50-04:00

Taste of Inspirations Black Angus Beef Line Launches at Stop & Shop

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.5.6" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.5.6" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.5.6" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.5.6" _module_preset="default"]Late last week  Stop & Shop announced the launch of a new offering, Taste of Inspirations Black Angus private brand beef. A co-branded, exclusive partnership with the 1855 brand, the line of Black Angus beef is now available in the meat department at all Stop

Taste of Inspirations Black Angus Beef Line Launches at Stop & Shop2021-09-15T09:39:51-04:00

Amazon – Business Intelligence Engineer, Consumables Private Brands

[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.5.6" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.5.6" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.5.6" _module_preset="default"][et_pb_text _builder_version="4.5.6" _module_preset="default"] Job ID: 1254026 | Amazon.com Services LLC Apply now DESCRIPTION Are you passionate about driving strategic business decisions by solving complex problems utilizing customer data? Do you raise the bar in data analytics, data modeling, and data visualization? Do you enjoy start-up environments? Amazon's

Amazon – Business Intelligence Engineer, Consumables Private Brands2021-12-15T20:03:00-05:00

Amazon Launches New Grocery Concept and 2 New Private Brands

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Amazon Launches New Grocery Concept and 2 New Private Brands2021-09-15T09:39:51-04:00

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