Category Archives: Talking Shop
Talking Shop With… Suzanne Wolter
The director of marketing for Selah, Wash.-based Rainier Fruit Co. says new varieties are juicing up apple sales. Grocery Headquarters: What are the main … Continue reading
Talking Shop With… George W. Prest
The CEO of the Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) outlines some of the educational and networking opportunities at MODEX 2012. Grocery Headquarters: What … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Jim Mozer
The vice president/general manager of refrigeration marketing and the integrated products division of Emerson Climate Technologies says that compressor technology is crucial to refrigeration … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Elizabeth Webb
The cause marketing manager for DS Waters says that water is the perfect product to promote breast cancer awareness throughout the year. Grocery Headquarters: … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… George Ward
The director of off-premise accounts for the Boston Beer Co. says that craft beer sales are spurting higher despite slow sales in other segments … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Arjan Stephens
The executive vice president of sales and marketing for Nature’s Path says new, consistent packaging will increase sales. Grocery Headquarters: Tell us about the … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Bruce Stubbs
The director of industry marketing for Intermec, Inc. discusses the impact of technology on food traceability and safety. Grocery Headquarters: What are the current … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Inés Peláez
The manager for the Argentinean Blueberry Committee says emphasizing the nutritional benefits and multiple uses of blueberries is important. Grocery Headquarters: Tell us about … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… John Durkin
The vice president of sales and marketing for Boiron USA says shoppers that purchase homeopathic medicines spend more at the store. Grocery Headquarters: Tell … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Beth St. Raymond
The director of sun care for Energizer Personal Care says that sun care is among the sales leaders in seasonal categories. Grocery Headquarters: Why … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Philip Fritz
E Lighting Solutions’ product manager for LED retail display lighting says demand for LED lighting in refrigerated display cases is growing and other areas … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Jim Travis
The vice president of sales for the specialty coffee business at Green Mountain Coffee Roasters shares his thoughts on what the fast growing single-cup … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Scot Aitcheson
The vice president of Yale dealer sales for Yale Materials Handling Corp. says that changes in warehouse operations are driving lift truck design. What … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Jerry Colburn
With more than 150 products, Ener-G Foods offers a one-stop shopping experience, says the company’s national sales and marketing manager. Grocery Headquarters: What can … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Jeffrey Kao
The vice president and general manager for NCR Healthcare discusses self-service technology at retail health clinics. Grocery Headquarters: Retail health clinics are becoming more … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Ralph Arthur
The president of dedicated contract carriage for Ruan Transportation Management Systems says third-party logistics providers can free up grocers to concentrate on issues that … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Ryan Tu
The president of Pasta Prima says the difference between today’s and yesterday’s gluten-free products is quality. Grocery Headquarters: What are the current trends and … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Suzette Overgaag
The vice president and CFO of North Shore Sales & Marketing talks about the value and profitability of fresh living herbs. Grocery Headquarters: Tell … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Derek Smith
The vice president of global industry marketing for DemandTec says retailers and manufacturers are sharing more data to drive customer-focused promotions. Grocery Headquarters: How … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Jeff McLemore
Sunsweet Growers’ product manager, dried fruit, emphasizes the health benefits of juices and dried fruit. Grocery Headquarters: What is the current state of the … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Stan Woodworth
The senior vice president of channel management for the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board says retailers can customize promotions for maximum impact. Grocery Headquarters: Tell … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Larry Andrews
The retail marketing director of the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI) explains the new Responsible Fisheries Management certification for wild Alaska salmon. Grocery Headquarters: … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Michael Zacka
The CEO and president, North America, for Tetra Pak,says his company can offer retailers a unique perspective on packaging. Grocery Headquarters: Tell us about … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Steve Ward
The vice president of national accounts for Heineken USA says the company is reaching Millennials with social media and other marketing initiatives. Grocery Headquarters: … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Xavier Poncin
The executive director of SIAL Canada discusses the show’s move to Toronto. Grocery Headquarters: Tell us about the move from Montreal to Toronto? Xavier … Continue reading
