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Independents Embrace Smart Carts: Webinar Key Takeaways

By Jim Dudlicek / NGA Managing Editor and Content Strategist One of the most common misconceptions about smart carts is that they only serve as an alternative to self-checkout. But […]

The Independent’s Playbook: Keeping Current, Staying Creative

By Jim Dudlicek / NGA Managing Editor and Content Strategist NGA’s Creative Choice Awards have long been a showcase for the innovation and ingenuity of independent grocers in their ability […]

The Independent’s Playbook: Partnering for Safety

By Jim Dudlicek / NGA Managing Editor and Content Strategist The Beatles got by with a little help from their friends – why shouldn’t you? It’s no secret that independent […]

Independent Grocers Are Being Heard by Standing Together

By RF Buche With so many voices competing for attention on the issues of the day, it’s easy to understand why some folks feel they’re not being heard. But by […]

Guest Blog: Keys to Making the Right Technology Decision and Investment

By Craig Rosenblum, Principal, Columbus Consulting The magnitude of investments in running Grocery retail is never-ending and growing in today’s uber-competitive omnichannel environment. Due to this, it is more important […]

2024 Election Outlook for Independent Grocers: Webinar Key Takeaways

By Jim Dudlicek / NGA Managing Editor and Content Strategist The business community is anxiously watching this election year unfold, and independent grocers are no exception. The rollercoaster race for […]

Driving Fresh Produce Sales in SNAP: Webinar Key Takeaways

By Jim Dudlicek / NGA Managing Editor and Content Strategist At a time when access to nutritious food is more critical than ever, independent grocers play a pivotal role in […]

Store Tours Are a Crucial Link Between Washington and Your Community

By Kunal Dawar It’s a great thing when you can help people understand a little more about what we do. That’s the idea behind the congressional store tours that NGA […]

The Independent’s Playbook: Always Looking Forward

By Jim Dudlicek / NGA Managing Editor and Content Strategist NGA’s slogan is “At the heart of the community,” reflecting the important position that independent grocery stores have in so […]

Congressional Store Tours Are an Opportunity to Learn and Understand

By Mike Beal Balls Food Stores had the privilege of hosting our hometown member of Congress, U.S. Rep. Jake LaTurner, for a visit to our Price Chopper store in Leavenworth, […]