SPICE up the Holidays with Seasonal Merchandising
Naomi SleeperDirector, Productivity ImprovementImperial Distributors It’s time for “pumpkin and spice and everything nice”! While we’re sure your stores are set with the pumpkins, a little extra merchandising spice can ensure
Leadership by Example
Michael SleeperCEOImperial Distributors Charlie D’Amour and Ralph Crowley Lead by Example Next month, the Massachusetts Food Association (MFA) will recognize two industry leaders and their great companies. Charlie D’Amour,
Getting SMART about Back-to-School
Naomi SleeperDirector of Business DevelopmentImperial Distributors As the summer season comes to a close, families are starting to do their Back-to-School (BTS) shopping. According to a National Retail Federation (NRF) study,
Supermarket Shopping for Dads, Grads and Other Lads
Naomi SleeperDirector of Business DevelopmentImperial Distributors In honor of Father’s Day coming up next month, our May Non-Foods thoughts focus on products for male consumers. With grilling tools and gadgets—as well
Are You Ready to Spring Into Warm-Weather Sales?
Naomi SleeperDirector of Business DevelopmentImperial Distributors We would probably all agree that this winter was one of the coldest and, most unpredictable, that we have had in several years. Leave it to
Congratulations – Women of Influence
Naomi SleeperDirector of Business DevelopmentImperial Distributors While I typically write about non-foods in supermarkets, this month’s timely Griffin feature on "Women of Influence in the Food Industry” inspired me to dedicate this