Oct 25, 2022
Washington, D.C. – The National Grocers Association (NGA) presented former Kraft Heinz Co. Head of Industry Relations and Sale Operations Michael Ridenour with NGA’s Industry Service Award. Presented today during NGA’s Executive Conference & Public Policy Summit, the award is bestowed upon an individual or company whose years of service in the food industry have contributed to…
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Oct 24, 2022
Washington, D.C. – The National Grocers Association (NGA), the trade association representing the independent supermarket industry, today opened its 2022 NGA Executive Conference and Public Policy Summit with more than 200 grocery executives from retailer, wholesaler and supplier companies in attendance. In addition to nearly 20 educational sessions with industry experts and analysts, Federal Trade Commission…
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Oct 21, 2022
Participants will gather for a day and a half of interactive leadership development, analysis of industry trends and networking Washington, D.C. – The Women Grocers of America (WGA) will hold its first convening of the new Executive Female Leaders Network (EXFL), a professional peer group that is designed for female executives in the independent grocery…
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Oct 14, 2022
In response to an announcement of a merger between national grocery chains, Kroger and Albertsons, the National Grocers Association (NGA) today released the following statement: “A merger of the nation’s top two grocery chains should raise serious questions about a single supermarket giant gaining unprecedented dominance over the nation’s food supply chain,” said Greg Ferrara,…
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Oct 5, 2022
Washington, D.C. – Two bipartisan members of the House Small Business Committee today introduced the Main Street Competes Act of 2022, which would expand the mission of the Small Business Administration to promote competitive markets, consumer choice and business ownership. Introduced by U.S. Reps. Marie Newman (D-IL) and Claudia Tenney (R-NY), the bill would grant…
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Sep 28, 2022
Washington, D.C. – The National Grocers Association (NGA), the trade association representing the independent supermarket industry, released important industry commitments it made in connection with the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Heath to address food insecurity in the nation. Specifically, over the next two years, NGA will assist with improving access to grocery stores across the country by working to increase…
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Sep 22, 2022
Washington, D.C. – The National Grocers Association (NGA), the trade association representing the independent supermarket industry, applauded remarks made by Federal Trade Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya during a speech in Minneapolis today recommending that the agency resurrect the Robinson-Patman Act. The Robinson-Patman Act was passed in 1936 to protect small businesses from price discrimination in the…
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Sep 20, 2022
Washington, D.C. – The National Grocers Association (NGA) welcomed the introduction in the House of Representatives of the Credit Card Competition Act by U.S. Reps. Peter Welch (D-VT) and Lance Gooden (R-TX). The House legislation – a companion to Senate legislation introduced by U.S. Sens. Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Roger Marshall (R-KS) – is aimed…
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Sep 20, 2022
18 students planning careers in grocery receive grants to continue education Washington D.C. – The NGA Foundation, the 501(c)3 nonprofit arm of the National Grocers Association, has announced the recipients of its 2022 scholarship program. This year, 18 students planning careers with independent grocers received scholarships, provided by the generosity of our donors and affiliate…
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Sep 15, 2022
Washington, D.C. – Nearly 1,000 independent grocers joined in a letter urging Congress to support the Credit Card Reform Act of 2022, legislation that would inject much-needed competition into the market for credit card routing. The legislation is sponsored by Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Roger Marshall (R-KS) and allows merchants to choose between two unaffiliated…
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Aug 23, 2022
Washington D.C. – The National Grocers Association (NGA) is excited to announce a variety of unique networking events at this year’s Executive Conference & Public Policy Summit, scheduled for Oct. 24-26, 2022, in Washington, D.C. On the evening of Monday, Oct. 24, NGA will host a 40th anniversary celebration, marking an important milestone in the…
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Aug 11, 2022
Alliance creates opportunity to access technology, thought leadership and best practices on food waste, recalls and other issues Washington, D.C. – The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) will impose additional technical, financial and operational burdens on food retailers when Section 204 of the law is published, pursuant to a court order, this November. Specifically, retailers, wholesalers…
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Aug 4, 2022
NGA’s annual Creative Choice Awards program recognizes top-tier campaigns from across the independent grocery industry Washington, D.C. – The National Grocers Association (NGA), the trade association representing the independent supermarket industry, is now accepting entries for its annual Creative Choice Awards, recognizing the leading marketing and merchandising programs of the past year. The new lineup of…
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Aug 1, 2022
Alabama grocers honor Food Giant executive for commitment to the industry Washington, D.C. – The Alabama Grocers Association has presented Wade Payne with the prestigious National Grocers Association Spirit of America Award, recognizing his commitment to the independent grocery industry. Payne, director of retail operations for Food Giant/Mitchell Grocery, received the award during AGA’s 2022…
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Jul 28, 2022
Amid supply chain and labor challenges, independents carefully managed inventory while compressing margins in key departments to fuel sales in 2021 Fort Lauderdale, FL– The 2022 edition of the Independent Grocers Financial Survey, a joint study between the National Grocers Association (NGA) and FMS Solutions, documents a complex 2021 where the only constant was change.…
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Jul 28, 2022
Washington, D.C. – The National Grocers Association (NGA) today welcomed the introduction of the Credit Card Competition Act of 2022, a bipartisan credit card reform bill aimed at bringing competition to the credit card marketplace and lowering acceptance costs for merchants and consumers. The bill requires that credit cards issued by the largest U.S. banks…
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Jul 7, 2022
Food Safety Attorney Bill Marler Also Added to Stacked Speaker Lineup Washington, D.C. – Renowned public policy analyst Bruce Mehlman will serve as the keynote speaker for the National Grocers Association’s (NGA) Executive Conference and Public Policy Summit, the premier event for c-suite executives and their leadership teams. Respected food safety attorney Bill Marler also…
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Jun 14, 2022
PepsiCo-supported program includes leadership instruction and personal coaching Washington, D.C. – The National Grocers Association Foundation (NGAF) has completed its 2022 Executive Leadership Development Program. Accomplished academics and industry leaders led interactive instruction and personalized coaching for attendees, providing a comprehensive learning opportunity that will accelerate the growth of leadership skills. In all, 31…
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Jun 9, 2022
NGA Members Hold Over 100 Meetings with Members of Congress, Calling for Enforcement of the Robinson-Patman Act to End Economic Discrimination in the Food Sector Washington, D.C. – The National Grocers Association (NGA), the trade association representing the independent grocery industry, yesterday concluded a successful Fly-In for Fair Competition. Focused on leveling the playing field…
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Jun 8, 2022
Balls Food Stores COO affirms importance of program for independent grocers to House agriculture subcommittee Washington, D.C. – Mike Beal, chief operating officer of Kansas City, Kan.-based Balls Food Stores, testified today in support of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Agriculture, on behalf of the National…
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