California Grocers Association

✨ What an incredible day at Save Mart! ✨ Last week, CGA's Supplier Executive Council members had an amazing behind-the-scenes tour of Save Mart's newly renovated Riverbank location, led by Chief Merchandising & Marketing Officer Chris Hooks and SVP & Chief Operations Officer Donovan Ford. Attendees were given an exclusive look at Save Mart’s exciting future. From their innovative merchandising strategies to the dedication of their team, it’s easy to see why Save Mart remains a Central Valley favorite. Huge thanks to Chris, Donovan, and the entire Save Mart team for their hospitality and insights. Mike Veneziano Andy Vargas Elias Lara Cori Nobriga Patrick Pottgieser paul gossett Jennifer Shelton, MBA Jazmine Y. California Grocers Association Save Mart

Sneak peek of the newly renovated Save Mart Riverbank store 👀 🛒👇 CGA's Supplier Executive Council members went on an exclusive tour of Save Mart's newly upgraded Riverbank location. Chief Merchandising & Marketing Officer Chris Hooks and SVP & Chief Operations Officer Donovan Ford shared behind-the-scenes insights into the vision and strategy driving Save Mart’s future. Thank you to the Save Mart team for an insightful store tour!

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Grocery retailers and suppliers tee’d up for industry education at this year’s CGA Educational Foundation Top Shot @ Topgolf tournament in Southern California. ⛳️ 📚 Proceeds from the tournament benefit the CGAEF College Scholarship Program which supports grocery employees and their dependents pursuing higher education.

Golden tickets were flying at the #CGASC2024 Emerging Brands Pitch Contest! Six entrepreneurs pitched their product to a panel of judges representing Bristol Farms, Gelson's Markets, Safeway Northern California, Costco Wholesale, and Sprouts Farmers Market. 🥇Congrats to first place and peoples’ choice winner Myles Comfort Foods! 🥈Second place | Top Fox Snacks 🥉Third place | Fresh Fizz Sodas Shoutout to emcees Rebecca Calvin and Dave Dimond 🎤 Navigator Lighthouse Foundation Subriana Pierce Lori Brown, MS HeeSook Alden, MS RangeMe

Understanding AI in Retail 🛒💥 At #CGASC2024, a high-powered panel of AI and supply chain experts took the main stage to break down the ways artificial intelligence and emerging technologies are transforming the grocery industry. Thank you to our panelists Vivek Farias, Mario Adamy, Miguel Paredes, PhD and moderator Craig Rosenblum for lending us your insights and helping attendees prepare for the future of retail.

Extra! Extra! 🗞️ Pick up the latest issue of California Grocer magazine and the 2024-25 CGAEF college scholarship brochure at the publications stand across from the registration station. #CGASC2024

Comedian Jake Johannsen kicked off night one of #CGASC2024 with a hilarious stand-up comedy routine 🎤 Then we caught up with peers and made new connections at the Opening Reception and poolside After Hours Social 🍹 General Mills Thrifty Ice Cream Trinity Fruit Company, Inc. C&S Wholesale Grocers

Team CGA is here to help! 👋 Visit our registration stand in the Convention Center Mesquite D to pick up your badge or register onsite. Open until 7 pm today. Monday hours: 6:30 am - 5 pm Tuesday hours: 7:30 am - 12 pm #CGASC2024