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Many restaurant and retail leaders get caught in reactive cycles of putting out fires, limiting their ability to develop the right strategies to deliver meaningful change. Discover how to save time and energy, prioritize operational excellence, and get the tools you need to grow your organization at our #webinar on April 30 with Retail Dive: https://bit.ly/4awKh3i

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🚀 Limited Exclusive Opportunity Alert! 🚀 Calling all senior industry professionals in #retail! Secure your spot at our exclusive Alcumus SafeContractor Retail Roundtable: Mastering Supply Chain Excellence. Date: Wednesday, Monday 24th June Time: 1pm – 3pm Location: Sushi Samba London Join us for a deep dive delve into the specific hurdles encountered with #supplychain #compliance within retail. We will share insights on best practices while highlighting costly mistakes that should be avoided. Join us and renowned brands such as Amazon, TUI and Currys as we navigate the unique challenges and opportunities within this vital sector. Our distinguished guest speaker, Andrew Wallis OBE, CEO of 'Unseen', will enlighten us with his deep expertise. 🔒 Seats are extremely limited, exclusively reserved for industry insiders. 🔒 To secure your place, simply contact me directly and register using the link below. Act fast – these coveted spots won't last long! https://lnkd.in/gNrA5JAE Topics on the agenda include: 💥Supply chain risk and resilience amidst regulatory changes 💥Social value, supplier diversity, and SME importance 💥ESG sustainability and baseline data visibility 💥Breaking down silos for compliance and efficiency 💥Insights on modern slavery in the retail sector In today's dynamic retail landscape, staying ahead of supply chain challenges is imperative. Don't miss this opportunity to network, learn, and contribute to the advancement of our industry. Register now and elevate your supply chain game! I look forward to seeing you there!

This year I will be a #Premier #Hosted #Shipper at The Global Destination for #SupplyChain and #Logistics #Innovation on February 5th – 7th #manifest2024 in Las Vegas. My QR code is in the comments below if you would like to connect and meet. This is the premiere gathering that unites the entire eco-system of Fortune 500 global supply chain executives, logistics service providers, innovators and investors at the forefront of logistics tech and end-to-end supply chain. Experience unprecedented access to the people and technologies changing the way the world moves. Here at #Hungry we are Bridging the Gap Between Prestige and Affordability in Last-Mile Delivery space. #Hungry is the premium last-mile delivery service that doesn't compromise on speed, reliability, or ethical impact. We bridge the gap between fast, reliable, and affordable deliveries, eliminating the tough choices brands face when finding the right partner that also helps them obtain their sustainability goals on top of everything else. I would love to set some time aside with anyone on #LinkedIn who will be attending and is in need at all for high level cost effective #Last-Mile #Delivery #Partner!! Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics Logistics Management Magazine FreshRealm Gobble Trifecta Nestlé Nespresso SA Tovala FreshRealm FreshDirect KidGlov Sam Polk, CFA Kroger Health ShipBob , Katie Date , FareStart, Hungryroot, Food Business News, HelloFresh, Misfits Market, eGourmet Solutions Inc., Marley Spoon, Sakara Life, HUNGRY, MightyMeals, FreshMeal, Food Logistics, #RJBPartnersLLC, Plated, Josh Hix,Performance Kitchen Food Is Medicine. #FoodIsMedicine, Anthem, Inc.

As Simon Sinek rightly said, teams often know what and how they offer products or services, but many struggle to articulate why they do what they do. Recently, I had engaging sessions with our sales team to discuss further the critical role of Open Commerce in optimizing FMCG product distribution and sales in emerging markets. We explored the significance of our 3Cs—Choice, Cost, and Convenience—in unlocking the true potential of the FMCG retail ecosystem. We also delved into our Brand 2.0 playbook, designed to help global and local brands achieve their distribution objectives rapidly and cost-effectively. Our journey didn't stop there. We conducted field visits to several states in the North East, where we are building a robust distribution network. These efforts are aimed at helping brands penetrate this challenging terrain and expand their reach. Special thanks to Ben Pearce for his insightful sessions on execution excellence. #FMCG #OpenCommerce #Sales #Distribution #BrandStrategy #ExecutionExcellence

Many restaurant and retail leaders get caught in reactive cycles of putting out fires, limiting their ability to develop the right strategies to deliver meaningful change. Discover how to save time and energy, prioritize operational excellence, and get the tools you need to grow your organization from our #webinar with Retail Dive: https://bit.ly/4dzoAle

Important conversations happening at the Home Delivery World USA 2024 Conference! 🌟 The retail industry stands at the brink of a monumental transformation, driven by the rapid evolution of digital supply chains. As we navigate through these changes, it's crucial to stay ahead of the curve. Join us for a pivotal panel discussion on "Current Challenges in the Digital Supply Chain", set to take center stage at the upcoming Home Delivery World 2024 Conference. 🔹 When? June 5, at 3:20 pm 🔹 Where? Theater 7 Aaron Hatfield from Arvist will be joining Melissa Runge, Sr Director of Strategic Partnerships along with Amy Leachman, Director of Enterprise Accounts from Delivery Solutions and Jay Kent, Managing Director at SLB Performance This diverse panel of industry leaders will delve deep into the complexities of digital supply chain transformation, offering unique insights and actionable solutions to the challenges being faced today. Whether you're a retail professional, involved in supply chain management, or simply keen on the future of supply chain, this discussion promises invaluable perspectives that you won't want to miss. 📌 Mark your calendars and prepare to be inspired! #HomeDeliveryWorld2024 #DigitalSupplyChain #RetailInnovation #PanelDiscussion

Thank you for having us, DELIVER! I had many conversations with retailers and exhibitors. I was pleasantly surprised at how many exhibitors tied their solutions back to their sustainability initiatives — some highlights: ♻️EasyPost’s carbon neutral initiative: They calculate the emissions and purchase the carbon credits for you — in other words, they’re investing in environmental projects to offset the carbon emissions produced by shipping your products. They balance out the emissions by supporting projects that reduce or remove the same amount of carbon, so your shipments are considered “carbon neutral.” This helps your business be more eco-friendly without you needing to manage the process directly. And it lets your customers know you care about the environment. Ron Justin Kevin McFadyen Jacob Evans Lauren Smith, CSM 🛋️ Sharetown provides a sustainable solution for oversized returns: …where like-new products are discreetly resold on secondary marketplaces, and unsellable items are responsibly recycled locally. I feel that this approach is especially valuable because allowing customers to keep bulky items they want to return, though it may reduce immediate costs, can set unsustainable expectations and encourage undesirable customer behaviors. Eric W. Owen Jared McKinney Our goal as an industry should be to prevent waste while also upholding more responsible return processes. Elena Jones #RetailEvents

On April 18th, I'll have the honor of serving as the keynote speaker at the Retail Supply Chain Summit, graciously hosted by Forefront Events. It's shaping up to be an event you won't want to miss! Join me as we delve into the heart of what makes a distribution center truly customer-centric. In today's retail landscape, prioritizing the customer experience is not just a trend—it's a necessity. I'll be sharing practical strategies and insights aimed at empowering you to create distribution centers that put your customers at the forefront. After all, their satisfaction is key to your success! This summit is a golden opportunity for us to come together, exchange ideas, and explore innovative solutions that drive our industry forward. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, there's something here for everyone. I can't wait to connect with you all and embark on this journey of growth and discovery. Let's make magic happen in the world of retail supply chain management! #RetailSupplyChain #CustomerCentricity #DistributionCenter #ForefrontEvents #KeynoteSpeaker #SupplyChainManagement #RetailInnovation #IndustryInsights #RetailTech #Networking #BusinessTransformation

🛒 I was at Groceryshop last week, along with a few thousand other folks. Since Advantage Group International works with retailers and suppliers to strengthen engagement, it's one of several priority conferences for us. It was a strong event with lots of great sessions and conversations. 📺 However ... one gaffe from the stage caught just about everyone's ear: A retail CEO was speaking about their retail media program. While noting that 'of course, suppliers want to talk about ROI and incrementality,' and treating that like a distraction, the CEO went on to affirm that 'we're focused on creating a profitable $XB business.' (Paraphrased, but you get the gist.) 📉 In just 10 seconds, the CEO likely eroded years of messaging about partnership and continual improvement that their retail media team has been espousing, and sent the message to suppliers that 'it's all about us.' 🗺️ Maybe they lost track of the room they were in. It wasn't an earnings call or a leadership team meeting, it was an industry event with a room full of suppliers, many of whom have been advocating within their organizations to enable greater investment in retail media. 📊 When I had a moment, I checked our Advantage Report Voice of the Supplier survey results to see how their retail media program is faring vs. their benchmark set. Answer: Not well. 💸 My conclusion: Make the program stronger and the money will follow. Focus on your financial goals and you won't get there. #BetterTogether #Collaboration