The world’s leading competition celebrating excellence in Retailer-Owned Brand, private brand, and private label package design is officially open. Designers, retailers, manufacturers, and agencies from around the world are already submitting their best work for the 2026 Vertex Awards. If your team created outstanding Private Brand design this year, now is the time to
Hurry! The Vertex Awards 2025—Enter Now Before Prices Increase! The Vertex Awards are back and ready to celebrate their 13th annual competition! Recognized globally as the pinnacle of excellence in Retailer-owned Brand, private brand, and private label design, the Vertex Awards are now open for submissions, inviting retailers, manufacturers, and agencies to showcase their
The Vertex Awards are back, officially opening submissions for their 13th annual competition. Recognized globally as the pinnacle of excellence in Retailer-owned Brand / private brand / private label branding and package design, the Vertex Awards invites retailers, manufacturers, and agencies to showcase their best work and gain international acclaim. This year, the competition
Welcome to the 11th Annual Vertex Award winner’s announcement. This year's competition included entries from 53 countries each representing the absolute best in package design from around the globe regardless of who owns the brand. That’s right; these are the best package designs in the world – full stop. Nine years ago, we could
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
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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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