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Well, hello August! This month is known for "Back to School" so watch those lines at Target! But it's also recognized as National Golf Month, which I like the sound of that. Let's swing into our latest edition of the Florida Retail Recap, packed with insightful market information and expert commentary from Mark Gilbert. Click here to read more: https://rb.gy/d1loin #cre #retail #retailnews #cushwake #betterneversettles #retailinvestmentadvisors

Ask any sales or marketing professional… Launching new products and building new territories is not easy. Over a year ago my husband, Dean Peaple , joined this company to launch a new division of window coverings. Through operations and production challenges, changes in leadership and the minimal marketing support common with ‘startups’ - my husband never gave up! I have watched him be tenacious and creative, using common sense, guerilla tactics, and teamwork- always finding a way. I know the road is long, - and I admire my husbands patience and perseverance. When you work hard and see a reward with a Win like this- you have to celebrate! Most of us are so busy doing the work we do- we forget to take time to celebrate the wins. It’s as easy as 123… 1. Take a moment to reflect on your wins 2. Be proud of your accomplishments, 3. Share your gratitude with those that helped you achieve your goals. Celebrate the Wins!

Credit to Rakshith Nomeshwar - Social Media Manager for Yataghan FC Celebrating 100 Matches: Leadership and Teamwork On and Off the Field ⚽️ Last week, I had the incredible honor of playing my 100th game for Yataghan FC, a milestone that reminds me how much the beautiful game has taught me about teamwork, leadership, and perseverance. Playing for this team has been more than just a personal achievement; it's been a unique set of opportunities and learnings in collaboration, management, leadership, strategy, and execution—skills I use into my professional life every day. As captain and manager for the team, I've worked to foster a culture of excellence and resilience, both on the pitch and in the operations of the club. From arranging partnership and sponsorship deals to ensuring affordability for our players, these experiences have required the same strategic thinking and results-driven mindset that I bring to the business world. My journey with Yataghan FC also mirrors my entrepreneurial path with Catch of Norway Seafood. I built a B2B #marketplace for fresh premium seafood in a complicated market, adding D2C e-commerce model from scratch, expanded direct home deliveries to five cities, and scaled logistics to serve customers across India. Whether leading a soccer team to victory or driving supply chain efficiencies for fresh seafood & meat delivery, the principles are the same: ✅ Building, teaching, and motivating high-performing teams ✅ Identifying growth opportunities and executing with precision ✅ Taking calculated risks, budgeting for these risks, and then stepping back out through the door if required and moving on ✅ Focusing on customer (or fan!) satisfaction at every stage As I look toward my next professional chapter, I am eager to bring this blend of leadership, strategy, and operational expertise to a company that values innovation, teamwork, and customer obsession. My goal is to leverage these experiences to contribute to groundbreaking work in e-commerce, quick commerce, grocery delivery, last-mile delivery, and logistics industry. To my network: I would love to connect with anyone in the e-commerce, quick-commerce, food/grocery, and logistics ecosystems. I am looking to explore how we can collaborate to drive success and innovation in this dynamic space. #management #Leadership #Teamwork #Ecommerce #QuickCommerce #grocery #BusinessDevelopment #AthleticsToBusiness #soccer #football #lastmiledelivery #logistics #transporation #food #seafood #fresh #cargo #airline LinkedIn Get Hired by LinkedIn News #consulting #opportunity #collaboration #transporation #gigeconomy #work #management #foodandbeverage #3pl #services #sports https://lnkd.in/gcn99yWk

Another consolidation event in the CPG brokerage industry... 🙄 As brands today are seeking high-value strategic broker partners who can provide significant customer expertise and more importantly the ability and the capacity to deliver on expectations, we continue to see the large national brokerage firms march down the path of consolidation - a direction that over the last decade has proven to push brands *away* from this model and towards more customer-focused, best-in-market brokers. I, for one, welcome our consolidated broker overlords.... One thing I know for certain is that brands want (and need) a broker they can trust; a partner that can help solve pain-points and remove the obstacles impeding their growth - a broker that will fight for their business everyday as if it were their own. but what do I know 🤷♂️

A couple of thoughts on this huge news in the retail level services landscape: There is now a vacuum for one of the large brokerage companies outside the current top four (soon to be top three) to fill a major void for their brands and new clients if they offer retail level services in addition to headquarters calls. Who will be the first to step up? Will brands that felt they were underserved with retail level services by these organizations before be further pushed down in importance with this merger? Where will the brand focus for this new entity lie? What about smaller, emerging brands? Lots to unpack here...... #AcostaGroup #Crossmark #CPG #RetailLevelServices

The Unexpected Business Strategy: DANCING... Lead to explosive growth. For the past five years, Stuart (a store associate at TAU) and I have turned our business relationship into something extraordinary. Stuart took over (and began managing) our account 3 years ago, Since then, every week, I personally hand-deliver his Mid-Day Squares order. But there's a twist— We always have a dance-off in the grocery aisles! This isn't just a quirky ritual; it's the cornerstone of our friendship. We decided to treat business as a friendship first and a transaction second. This approach has exploded our sales at Les Marches TAU. Customers know us as the "Dynamic Duo" or the "Great Duo," eagerly anticipating our weekly dance. The joy and camaraderie we share have made work energizing and engaging. We've realized that by focusing on building genuine relationships, we've not only had more fun but also seen a remarkable increase in sales. The moral of the story? When you invest in real friendships in business, the results are profound. You enjoy the journey, create lasting memories, and yes, you sell more products as a byproduct. Let's make business less about transactions and more about building meaningful connections. Because when you do, everyone wins. LFG!!! #retail #grocery #sales #chocolate #canada #smallbusiness #cpg

How could Casey's change the competitive landscape for QSR's and Convenience Retailers who today compete with CEFCO? Fuel: Caseys prices its stores slightly lower than direct competitors while CEFCO is much more aggressive pricing its pumps nearly 6cts/gal below its competitors, according to OPIS . People: Despite reducing labor costs over the past two years, Casey’s has seen a rise in Gallup scores. By streamlining tasks and embracing innovation, they are improving employee satisfaction and productivity. Customers: With 40% of Casey’s transactions driven by Casey's Rewards, they are leading the industry in customer engagement. Price: With a 41.2% margin, many brands won’t be able to compete with Casey’s on price, and instead will need to lean into differentiating experiences and/or products. Pizza: With Americans eating pizza three times a month, how many of those visits could you afford to lose? Thank you Brett Dworski for the opportunity to contribute to C-Store Dive! #RetailInnovation #CustomerLoyalty #EmployeeEngagement #QSR #ConvenienceRetail #MarketStrategy #CStoreDive Convenience and Energy Advisors  

The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and the National Retail Association (NRA) today announced Christopher Rodwell will be the inaugural CEO of the Australian Retail Council (ARC) supporting the establishment of the amalgamated entity from March 2025. As a proven leader in the Australian business community, Mr Rodwell will play a key role in elevating the critical contribution the retail sector makes to the Australian economy and communities across the nation. Media release: https://lnkd.in/gEvYFWbe

Great way to end the week!... Happy #ChampagneDay! 🥂 At Get Ahead, we believe in celebrating every win, no matter the size – from reaching a big milestone to ticking off that task you've been putting off. Success looks different for everyone, and each achievement deserves recognition. So, grab a glass (real or virtual!) and tell us, what will you be celebrating today? Whether it's business growth, a personal goal, or even a new client, we want to raise a toast to all the wins! 🥂 Equally, on our theme this month of future planning - it would be great to know- what would you like to be celebrating in the future? 🍾 #planforsuccess #businessgoals #outsourcingservices #franchiseopportunities