Retail Readiness Class: National Co+op Grocers

Join our next retail readiness class with NCG (National Co+op Grocers) and learn about how you can sell into retail food co-ops!

NCG, a retail services and purchasing cooperative, provides retail headquarter functions to its owners, a network of food coops across the United States. NCG’s retail co-ops are independently operated and owned by the communities they serve. Sharing common values and goals, NCG’s co-ops have long been champions of sustainability and local sourcing, which often attracts shoppers who are interested in supporting ethical and community-focused businesses.

During this comprehensive and interactive live training, you’ll gain first-hand knowledge of:

• The NCG Model: Learn about the structure and values of NCG, how they differ from other retailers and what types of products resonate with co-op shoppers.
• Partnership Strategies: Discover how to approach both local co-ops and the broader NCG network, ensuring your brand aligns with their principles and market needs.
• Distribution and Sales Force Requirements: Find out whether you need an existing distribution network or if alternate solutions like working with brokers or direct delivery, are viable.
• NCG Programs: Learn how NCG’s Core Sets category management and Co+op Deals promotions can enhance your product placement and promotional efforts.
• Planning & Submission: Receive best practices for submitting products and inquiring about promotional opportunities so your business can reach its potential with NCG.

Leave this training well-prepared to confidently submit, sell to NCG co-ops, and build a foundation for long-term growth.

Bring your questions and get real-time answers.

Each person who signs-up receives the replay and a complimentary 1:1 growth conversation with our host. A scheduling link will be shared following the class.

Open to all: class included with an Evolve or Emerge Membership or an Annual Learning Pass

$47 for guests (those who aren’t current clients)

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