Ideas from the Food Retail Industry Conferences
I spent much of the fall attending food retail industry events throughout the U.S., including Groceryshop and the National Association … Read More
Ron Margulis
Three Retail Technology Trends for 2025
As we move toward 2025, the retail industry continues to undergo rapid transformation, with emerging technologies reshaping customer experiences, operations … Read More
Shopper-Focused Strategies to Increase Alcohol Sales
As the title suggests, this column may not be for everyone, but even if your stores don’t sell beer, wine, … Read More
Foodservice and Retail Continue to Converge
Avocado bread. Robots that make and serve coffee. There is also lots of plant-based food, including several varieties of faux … Read More
New Loyalty Program Draws Las Vegas Shoppers to La Bonita Supermarkets
High-stakes gamblers in Las Vegas are used to getting perks for being loyal to one casino or another. Now, city … Read More
The Power of Retail Media for Hispanic Supermarkets
Picture this: A vibrant aisle filled with aromatic spices, colorful produce, and nostalgic flavors. This is the heart of a Hispanic food … Read More
AI Steals the Spotlight at Two Major Retail Shows
The trade show calendar of the food retail industry is front-loaded in the year, with national events hosted by the … Read More
Strategies for Hispanic Grocery Retailers in 2024
As we move into 2024, the landscape for Hispanic grocery retailers is brimming with growth opportunities. The diverse and vibrant … Read More
How Hispanic Grocers Can Take Advantage of AI
Over the past year, we’ve heard much about artificial intelligence (AI). It’s in the news and on social media. You’ve … Read More
Exploring Merchandising Opportunities for Specialty Foods at Hispanic Supermarkets
Today, we embark on a flavorful journey into the tantalizing merchandising opportunities specialty foods offer grocery retailers, specifically Hispanic supermarkets. … Read More