FMI- The Food Industry Association’s Post

📢 Exciting news! FMI's Power of Private Brands 2024: Industry Strategies to Sustain Momentum report reveals that over 90% of food retailers and manufacturers are gearing up to increase their investments in private brands over the next two years! This growth reflects the unmatched value private brands offer, with a strong focus on innovation, quality and appealing to younger consumers. Download the report 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wNElu #PrivateBrands #FoodIndustry #FMI

A big thank you to our Technology Leadership Council (TLC) members who joined us for the fall meeting at Groceryshop! Special thanks to Microsoft for hosting and leading an insightful discussion on AI road mapping. The council also had the pleasure of hearing from Andrea Leigh, who shared valuable strategies for building brand loyalty with today’s digital consumers. Get plugged in🔗 https://brnw.ch/21wNDY6 #TLC #GroceryShop #AI #DigitalConsumer Doug Baker

"I am honored to work in the food industry, and believe our customers appreciate our dedication to feeding their families and our resilience during difficult times." says Leslie Sarasin, President & CEO of FMI. With 90% of Americans trusting their grocery stores for food safety and 48% seeing them as health allies, the industry is committed to meeting needs and caring for communities, especially in tough times. Read more from Supermarket News 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wNCeo #GroceryStores #CommunitySupport #FoodSafety #Trust

Join us today at 1 PM ET for The Hispanic Shopper: A Look Inside Trends digital seminar! Gain key insights into Hispanic grocery shopping habits with experts from FMI and NielsenIQ, featuring Kymberly Graham and Steve Markenson. Don't miss this focused discussion on what makes this community unique in the grocery space. Register now 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wNBEy #HispanicShopper #GroceryTrends #FMIEvents #RetailInsights #NielsenIQ

FMI’s Seafood Strategy Leadership Council (SSLC) gathered in Portland, Maine, for a memorable meeting and a hands-on experience aboard lobster boats in the Gulf of Maine. Despite the rain and wind, 46 members braved the elements to pull traps and engage with the seafood industry firsthand. It was an authentic sea adventure that strengthened our commitment to sustainable seafood practices. Check out our Seafood resources 🔗 https://brnw.ch/21wNBBy #SeafoodIndustry #FMISSLC #Lobster #FMI Rick Stein (FMI) | Andrew Brown

FMI is pleased to announce the election of new members to our Board of Directors, representing a diverse cross-section of suppliers, retailers and wholesalers. These distinguished leaders bring valuable experience and insights that will strengthen our industry’s ability to address critical challenges. We look forward to their contributions as we work together to advance a safer, healthier and more efficient consumer food supply chain. Learn more about our new Board members 🔗 https://brnw.ch/21wNzH4 #FMILeadership #FoodIndustry

FMI’s Health & Well-being Council gathered in Washington, D.C., for three impactful days of collaboration! From exploring advocacy efforts like the Farm Bill and Medical Nutrition Therapy Act to diving into food as medicine strategies, the council engaged on critical topics shaping the future of nutrition and health. They also celebrated National Family Meals Month and workshopped value-based messaging to build trust on key issues. Check out our Health and Well-being resources 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wNzsR #HealthAndWellBeing #FoodAsMedicine #Advocacy #Nutrition #FamilyMealsMonth #Collaboration #FMI Krystal Register

Thank you so much to Tippin's Gourmet Pies, LLC for welcoming the FMI Private Brands Council into their facility! The team's expertise and pride in the Tippin's brand were evident throughout. After learning more about the numerous products Tippin's produces, the council enjoyed some terrific pie with their lunch. #PrivateBrands #FallSummit #Tippins Doug Baker Tom Cosgrove

"I have faith in the fact that whether it is a national disaster or a supply chain disruption such as the port strike, the food industry does what it does best – care for customers and communities at a time when they need it the most." – FMI President & CEO Leslie Sarasin. Read our latest blog on how we continue to meet these challenges head-on 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wNqEa #FoodIndustry #HurricaneHelene #SupplyChain #DisasterRelief #FMI