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SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: The Three-Fold Path to Success for Emerging Brands
DESCRIPTION:All small brands want growth\, but the quickest path to it can be difficult to discern through the forest of information and options.  Elliot Begoun\, FMI Emerge Mentor and Founder of The Intertwine Group\, distills over 25 years of experience in the food and beverage industry into a scientific approach to scaling your brand. \nDial-in and learn the paradigm shift early-stage brands need to enable rapid growth and the steps of the process to make it happen. Elliot will explain how to develop a measurable growth hypothesis\, test your hypothesis in a way that creates valuable insights\, and form the connections that will accelerate growth. \nAll calls are Eastern Standard Time. \nToll-free dial-in number (US/CA): (844) 419-4704 \nConference code: 7046864807
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-happy-hour-education-call-7/
CATEGORIES:Data and Insights,Emerge Smarter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191009T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191009T150000
DTSTAMP:20191002T150244Z
CREATED:20191002T150244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T150244Z
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SUMMARY:FMI Webinar: Power of Foodservice
DESCRIPTION:Foodservice is a key differentiator and growth generator for grocery retailers\, but it’s also an area of widely varying consumer wants and needs. Age\, income\, geography and many other factors impact shoppers’\, like for\, and integration of deli prepared into their meal lineup. The Power of Foodservice at Retail 2019 brings detailed insights into the attitudes and behaviors of the retail foodservice shopper to help optimize tactical and strategic decisions. \nWebinar Objectives: \nParticipants should attend this webinar in order to learn about: \n\nAmerica’s dinner and lunch decision making\nThe importance of variety and rotation in capturing business\nThe integration of technology in meal planning\, ordering and retail foodservice decisions\nThe role of nutrition\, balance and health in retail foodservice\nPackaging and utensil preferences given the rising importance of environmental sustainability\nConsumer suggestions for improvement\n\nSpeakers: \nAnne-Marie Roerink\n210 Analytics\, LLC \nRick Stein\nVice President\, Fresh Foods\nFood Marketing Institute \nRegister here
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/fmi-webinar-power-of-foodservice/
CATEGORIES:Data and Insights,Retailer Insights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191003T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191003T150000
DTSTAMP:20191001T192506Z
CREATED:20191001T191336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T192506Z
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SUMMARY:FMI Webinar: The Food Retail Industry Speaks\, What Are They Saying?
DESCRIPTION:The food retail industry is reporting numerous positive trends as it grapples with old issues and confronts new challenges.  Join FMI’s President and CEO Leslie Sarasin on Thursday\, October 3\, 2019\, at 2 PM ET for an in-depth review of results from FMI’s 70th Food Retailing Industry Speaks survey.  This webinar will provide an insider’s glimpse into the State of the Food Retail Industry.  From strategies to key industry benchmarks\, Speaks explores a range of subjects including an expanded look at the impact of technology. \nObjectives: \nParticipants should attend this webinar in order to: \n\nLearn how the industry is confronting challenges that have been ongoing for years and those that are newer and growing in intensity\n\nIdentify product and service strategies food retailers find effective in differentiating themselves from the competition\n\n\nDetermine current and expected use of key customer communication approaches\n\n\nAssess the health of the food retail industry through key operational and financial benchmarks\n\n\nSpeakers: \nLeslie Sarasin \nPresident and CEO of Food Marketing Institute \nRegister here
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/the-food-retail-industry-speaks-what-are-they-saying/
CATEGORIES:Data and Insights,Retailer Insights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190924T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190924T160000
DTSTAMP:20190924T212107Z
CREATED:20190517T132719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T212107Z
UID:4399-1569337200-1569340800@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: How to Develop Retailer-Friendly Trade Promotion Plan with Cathy Shifflett
DESCRIPTION:Effective trade promotion management is an opportunity for many CPG companies\, as they spend substantial amounts of money on promotions with retailers designed to boost revenue or increase market share. With proper planning and guidance\, emerging brands can learn strategies to develop an effective pricing and promotional plan\, tailored to meet the needs of the retailers where they want to be selling. \nCathy Shifflett has over twenty years of proven results driving business and product line development of CPG and retail companies towards revenue growth and expansion into new markets. Join this call to learn how to tailor your promotional marketing and pricing strategy by retailer\, and develop a trade plan that maximizes seasonality and cross-merchandising for your brand. \nAll calls are Eastern Standard Time. \nToll-free dial-in number (US/CA): (844) 419-4704 | Conference code: 7046864807 \nInternational dial-in number: (917) 893-3370
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-smarter-education-call-6/
CATEGORIES:Emerge Smarter,marketing,Retailer Insights,Sales
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190917T150000
DTSTAMP:20190917T192352Z
CREATED:20190517T132626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190917T192352Z
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SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: What is Walmart Online Grocery\, Why it Matters & How to Win with Marisa Goldstein
DESCRIPTION:For small brands\, successfully finding space on Walmart’s shelves can help fuel growth and brand equity. \nMarisa Goldstein\, FMI Emerge mentor and Director of Sales at Sage Tree\, will share tips for emerging brands wanting to establish a true omni-channel approach. She’ll help you understand the world of Walmart and how brands can leverage sales tactics to get and stay in shopper’s baskets. \nJoin this call to learn why selling on Walmart.com could be a viable option for your growing brand\, and how to utilize this channel. \nAll calls are Eastern Standard Time. \nToll-free dial-in number (US/CA): (844) 419-4704 | Conference code: 7046864807 \nInternational dial-in number: (917) 893-3370
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-happy-hour-education-call-6/
LOCATION:Dial-In
CATEGORIES:Distribution,e-Commerce,Emerge Smarter,Sales
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190912T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190912T150000
DTSTAMP:20190910T181749Z
CREATED:20190905T180454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190910T181749Z
UID:5211-1568296800-1568300400@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:FMI Trends Webinar: Online Shopping\, Health and Well-Being\, and Transparency Through the Lens of Personalization
DESCRIPTION:Today’s households are eating in increasingly personalized ways as they pursue individual aspirations of eating well\, challenging the food shopping experience.  Join us as we explore how online shopping\, desires for health and well-being and the quest for transparency can all be consumer expressions of personalization.  The focus of this year’s 2019 U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends study conducted by The Hartman Group\, is to understand the myths and opportunities of personalization in the grocery retail experience. \nParticipants should attend this webinar in order to: \n\nLeverage their online shopping platforms to provide the personalized experience shoppers are seeking in the store and when online\nLearn how consumers’ different perceptions of eating well impact their expectations from their grocery shopping experience\nUnderstand the role of the shoppers’ quest for information on their desire for personalization of their shopping experience\n\nAll calls are Eastern Standard Time.
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/online-shopping-health-and-well-being-and-transparency-through-the-lens-of-personalization/
CATEGORIES:Data and Insights,e-Commerce
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190915
DTSTAMP:20190812T171654Z
CREATED:20190517T144757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190812T171654Z
UID:4423-1568160000-1568505599@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Natural Products Expo East
DESCRIPTION:Natural Products Expo is all about connecting. Connecting brands with buyers\, entrepreneurs with investors\, and experts with those striving to learn more. \nAnd then we take a step back to see how we are all connected by an industry driven by enthusiasm and passion. What kind of connections will you make this year in Baltimore? \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nLearn More \n 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/natural-products-expo-east-2019/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190910T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190910T150000
DTSTAMP:20190910T201958Z
CREATED:20190517T132425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190910T201958Z
UID:4394-1568124000-1568127600@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: Understanding & Activating Influencer Marketing with Leigh Thornberry
DESCRIPTION:In the age of social media\, influencer marketing has made its way to the forefront of product advertising and companies are devoting more time and effort to the strategy than ever before. Influencer marketing allows brands to locate and advertise directly to their target audience. More and more companies are propelling their brand through social media with proven results. \nLeigh Thornberry\, CEO of Thornberry Marketing\, led the marketing team for the award-winning Kangaroo Brands and Sandwich Bros. of Wisconsin (fastest growing sandwich brand)\, and she’s excited to share how owners of small\, growing brands can approach developing an effective influencer marketing program. Leigh will share steps for identifying the right influencers for your brand\, finding the right engagement tactics and determining how much you should spend. \nJoin this call to learn who influencers are\, why brands use influencer marketing\, and how you can leverage influencers to help grow your brand awareness and drive sales. \nAll calls are Eastern Standard Time.
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-smarter-education-call-5/
CATEGORIES:Branding,Emerge Smarter,marketing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190905T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190905T160000
DTSTAMP:20190906T192040Z
CREATED:20190517T132255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190906T192040Z
UID:4392-1567695600-1567699200@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: Successfully Navigating Amazon with Cambria Copeland
DESCRIPTION:In the crowded online marketplace that is grocery retail e-Commerce\, Amazon has had a stronghold as a retail giant. It can be overwhelming to navigate the world of selling on Amazon\, so a full understanding of Amazon’s strategy is useful. \nCambria Copeland\, FMI Emerge mentor and Senior Director of Business Management at Beekeeper Marketing\, will share what it takes to be successful on Amazon\, and how best to navigate selling on Amazon if you’re an emerging brand. \nJoin Cambria and learn how to set up an Amazon account that works best for your brand\, along with Amazon best practices\, strategies and optimizations to help your brand grow and drive revenue. \nAll calls are Eastern Standard Time.
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-happy-hour-education-call-5/
CATEGORIES:Branding,Distribution,e-Commerce,Emerge Smarter,Sales
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190828T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190828T150000
DTSTAMP:20190828T200937Z
CREATED:20190517T132056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190828T200937Z
UID:4390-1567000800-1567004400@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: Leveraging Qualitative Research to Grow Your Brand with Stephanie Louie
DESCRIPTION:There’s lots of focus on using quantitative research such as POS and panel data to understand your category\, the competition and sales performance for your products.  And\, surveys are used constantly to get consumer insights.  But\, do you know how best to conduct and use qualitative research to drive sales and grow your business? \nStephanie Louie\, FMI Emerge mentor and Founder & Chief Strategist of North Star Brand Builders\, understands how to successfully engage with your core consumers to obtain useful qualitative insights and feedback\, and apply them in a meaningful way to achieve measurable business results. \nJoin us to learn why qualitative research is important\, how it can supplement quantitative data\, and how to successfully engage with your consumers to obtain critical insights and feedback. \nYou won’t want to miss this session! \nAll call times indicated are Eastern Standard Time
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-smarter-education-call-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190822T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190822T150000
DTSTAMP:20190807T161231Z
CREATED:20190807T161231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190807T161231Z
UID:4976-1566482400-1566486000@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Inmar Webinar: 2019 Mid-Year Promotion Industry Analysis
DESCRIPTION:COMPLIMENTARY WEBINAR: \nThursday\, August 22\, from 2 – 3 p.m. EST \nThe aim of the webinar is to provide a clear view of how the promotion landscape has shifted in the first half of 2019 and to examine the strategic and financial implications for players in the food retailing space. \nIn this one hour session\, Inmar’s analytics and industry experts will explore: \n\nThe Promotion Landscape\nEconomic & Marketing Conditions\nImpact of Promotion Design\nShopper Behavior Insights\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/inmar-webinar-2019-mid-year-promotion-industry-analysis/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190820T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190820T150000
DTSTAMP:20190731T204755Z
CREATED:20190725T135219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190731T204755Z
UID:4857-1566309600-1566313200@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:ReposiTrak Webinar - Supply Chain Risk: Where Does Your Liability Reside in the Food Supply Chain?
DESCRIPTION:COMPLIMENTARY WEBINAR: \nTuesday\, August 20 from 2 p.m.-3 p.m. EST \nSupply Chain Risk: Where Does Your Liability Reside in the Food Supply Chain? \n\nResponsibility is shared by everyone: wholesaler\, packager\, distributor and retailer.\nWhat types of records and best practices should you require of your suppliers to protect your own company?\nNew regulations and testing requirements allow for more risk in the industry\, learn how to mitigate this risk.\n\nFood companies are facing increasing risks in the industry\, including new FSMA preventive controls inspections and FDA swab-a-thons\, due to an overwhelming amount of outbreaks and recalls. Manufacturers\, food service distributors and retailers should attend to hear from Attorney Shawn Stevens from Food Industry Counsel\, LLC about the expanding regulatory risks and exposure\, and the tools you can use to protect your company and brand. \nShawn Stevens is the founder of the Food Industry Counsel and has devoted his entire practice to representing the food industry. \nRegister Here.
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/repositrak-webinar-supply-chain-risk-where-does-your-liability-reside-in-the-food-supply-chain/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190815T150000
DTSTAMP:20190816T140047Z
CREATED:20190801T161320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190816T140047Z
UID:4965-1565877600-1565881200@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: Packaging Matters\, with WestRock
DESCRIPTION:Packaging plays a central role in the experience your consumers have with your product and brand.  Packaging protects and preserves your product.  It communicates your brand values and critical product information.  It can even enhance the usability of your product. \nAs one of the leading suppliers of packaging to the food industry\, and both a FMI Emerge sponsor and mentor\,  WestRock has done extensive research to understand how packaging influences consumer perceptions and behaviors. The WestRock team will share findings from their research\, discuss implications for packaging design decisions\, and answer your packaging questions. \nSpeakers: Mike Mueller\, Jason King \nAll calls are Eastern Standard Time.
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-smarter-packaging-matters-with-westrock/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190813T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190813T150000
DTSTAMP:20190814T132818Z
CREATED:20190517T131825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190814T132818Z
UID:4386-1565704800-1565708400@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: How To Win Your Buyer Meeting with Mathis Martines
DESCRIPTION:Buyer meetings can seem daunting\, but with practice and preparation\, approach your next buyer meeting with the knowledge to succeed. \nLeveraging his experience as a category manager for Kroger and The Fresh Market\, Mathis Martines helps brands prepare for their next buyer meeting\, by understanding what a category manager needs to know in order to feel confident in saying “yes.” \nHe’ll cover the following on this call: \n1) You have an appointment with a buyer\, but what does that really mean? \n2) How should you prepare for the meeting? What are the questions you’ll face? \n3) Tips for successfully navigating your meeting. \nMathis has extensive experience developing brands from the ground up and bringing hundreds of items to market. Join us and learn how to prepare for your next buyer meeting from a category manager’s perspective! \nAll calls are Eastern Standard Time.
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-smarter-education-call-3/
CATEGORIES:Sales
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190808T150000
DTSTAMP:20190816T140105Z
CREATED:20190729T143942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190816T140105Z
UID:4921-1565272800-1565276400@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: Protect Your Intangible Assets - Branding\, Labeling\, Certifying & Partnering with Gus Spheeris
DESCRIPTION:Many emerging brands realize an intellectual property risk existed for their business after it was too late. \nJoin us for this interactive call with Gus Spheeris\, FMI Emerge mentor\, and attorney. He’ll share common intellectual property (IP) challenges emerging brands face\, and how to maneuver them. He’ll also cover how to evaluate potential business partners\, such as competitors who turn into a joint venture\, or expansion plans with investors. \nGus is a stickler for sharing easily-digestible and straightforward information on complex legal topics\, so he’ll be speaking in plain English and will stay away from legal jargon. \nAll call times indicated are Eastern Standard Time.
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-smarter-protect-your-intangible-assets-branding-labeling-certifying-partnering/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190806T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190806T150000
DTSTAMP:20190501T165605Z
CREATED:20190501T165552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190501T165605Z
UID:4253-1565100000-1565103600@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:FMI Webinar: Lead From Where You Are!
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Description: \nThis 60-minute interactive online seminar (the third of 3) will reinforce leadership concepts and activate a “Skills at Work Challenge” to test new leadership behaviors. During the webinar\, participants will be introduced to their second Skills Challenge. If you miss the live version on August 6\, you can view the on demand version. \nWebinar Objectives:\nParticipants should attend this webinar in order to: \n\nExplore leadership opportunities and learn how to use the Compass model as a GPS system to lead change.\n\nSpeakers:\nDave Croci\nDirector\, Leadership Development\nRoot Inc. \nRashel Rogers\nLeadership Development\nRoot Inc. \n  \nRegister Now\n  \nMore Information: \nLearn more about Future Leaders Experience \nLearn how you can complete the Food Retail Leader Certificate \n 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/fmi-webinar-lead-from-where-you-are/
CATEGORIES:Leadership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190730T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190730T150000
DTSTAMP:20190809T141825Z
CREATED:20190517T131523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T141825Z
UID:4382-1564495200-1564498800@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: Digital & eCommerce Best Practices for Food & Beverage Brands
DESCRIPTION:From e-commerce to email marketing\, social media to SEO\, brands of today need to connect with their buyers online. In the everchanging eCommerce landscape\, today’s solution can be tomorrow’s relics. \nEd Hoffman\, Senior VP of Padilla\, has 25 years of experience hacking marketing trends to get results for brands like you\, and will be hosting this session. Ed just returned from the 2019 Digital Food & Beverage conference and is excited to share what he learned with you! \nDial-in to better understand today’s digital marketing and eCommerce landscape\, so that you can leverage these insights to effectively grow your business. Hear how having a DTC and select retail presence can effectively work in tandem to support your business growth goals. Ed will share actionable strategies to so that you can better serve your customers\, consumers and grow your business faster. \nAll call times indicated are Eastern Standard Time
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-smarter-education-call-2/
CATEGORIES:Branding,e-Commerce,marketing,Retailer Insights,Sales
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190725T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190725T160000
DTSTAMP:20190809T141839Z
CREATED:20190517T131412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T141839Z
UID:4380-1564066800-1564070400@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: Marketing Planning Like a Pro with Rajat Kapur
DESCRIPTION:Before you go to market\, you need a plan. But what separates a mediocre plan from an effective plan? \nRaj Kapur\, Managing Director of &Marketing\, brings over 20 years of marketing and sales strategy development with small\, mid-sized\, and Fortune 50 companies to the Emerge community. Through his work helping emerging brands\, he knows what it takes to develop a coordinated marketing approach to build your brand and drive sales. On this call\, Raj will cover how to create a marketing framework\, coordinate your approach\, unleash your uniqueness\, and measure your success. \nDial-in\, ask questions\, listen and learn – take your marketing to the next level! \nAll call times indicated are Eastern Standard Time \n 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-happy-hour-education-call-2/
CATEGORIES:Data and Insights,marketing,Sales
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190725T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190725T150000
DTSTAMP:20190703T135232Z
CREATED:20190703T135155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190703T135232Z
UID:4696-1564063200-1564066800@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Inmar Webinar: Rising Above the Rest - Three Keys for Emerging Brand Success
DESCRIPTION:There is unprecedented opportunity for emerging brands in the current food retailing landscape. \n  \nInmar Analytics apply technology and data science to improve outcomes for consumers and those who serve them. \n  \nThis webinar is intended to aid brands in understanding the opportunities and challenges they face such as gaining shelf space at retail\, competing with established brands\, and promoting effectively to shoppers. During the 60-minute session\, their CPG industry experts will dig in on 3 keys for emerging brand success highlighting proprietary Inmar data and real-life examples. \n  \n 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/inmar-webinar-rising-above-the-rest-three-keys-for-emerging-brand-success/
CATEGORIES:Data and Insights,e-Commerce
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190718T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190718T160000
DTSTAMP:20190809T141855Z
CREATED:20190617T203023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T141855Z
UID:4572-1563462000-1563465600@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Virtual Happy Hour: Don't Play Small Ball with Your Strategy with Bob Wheatley
DESCRIPTION:Is your business set-up to stay small? Figuring out the best brand strategy for growth can be overwhelming\, but you have to think big to grow big. \nBob Wheatley\, CEO of Emergent\, breaks down how. He’s on a mission to transform the growth potential of small businesses like yours by helping understand and address the barriers to growth so brands can grow brand relevancy\, engagement and trust. \nDial-in to learn how to take your brand strategy to the big leagues! \n\n\nAll call times indicated are Eastern Standard Time
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-happy-hour-dont-play-small-ball-with-your-strategy/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190710T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190710T150000
DTSTAMP:20190809T143327Z
CREATED:20190517T131030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T143327Z
UID:4373-1562767200-1562770800@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Virtual Happy Hour: Collaborating with Retailers to Engage Shoppers with Daniel Lohman
DESCRIPTION:You want shoppers to love your brand as much as you do\, so you spread your message. But getting shopper engagement isn’t a one man show. To win on the grocery shelves\, you need retailers to buy-in too. \nDan Lohman\, Strategic Advisor and president of Brand Secrets and Strategies\, is an expert in the collaboration small brands need to grow. Dan shares his expertise from years of bringing retailers and brands together for sales synergy. \nDial in to learn how to make retailers your brand allies and team up with them to get your product flying off the shelves! \nAll call times indicated are Eastern Standard Time
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-smarter/
CATEGORIES:Distribution,Retailer Insights,Retailer Relationships,Sales
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190709T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190709T150000
DTSTAMP:20190703T143808Z
CREATED:20190501T165230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190703T143808Z
UID:4251-1562680800-1562684400@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:FMI Webinar: A Deeper Dive into Food Retail Emerging Trends
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Description: \nThis 60-minute interactive online seminar (the second of 3) will reinforce leadership concepts and activate a “Skills at Work Challenge” to test new leadership behaviors. During the webinar\, participants will be introduced to their second Skills Challenge. If you miss the live version on July 9\, you can view the on demand version. \nWebinar Objectives:\nParticipants should attend this webinar in order to: \n\nDevelop a deeper understanding of emerging trends in the food retail industry.\n\nSpeakers:\nDave Croci\nDirector\, Leadership Development\nRoot Inc. \nRashel Rogers\nLeadership Development\nRoot Inc. \nRegister Now\n  \nMore Information: \nLearn more about Future Leaders Experience \nLearn how you can complete the Food Retail Leader Certificate
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/fmi-webinar-a-deeper-dive-into-food-retail-emerging-trends/
CATEGORIES:Data and Insights,Retailer Insights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190627T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190627T160000
DTSTAMP:20190809T143341Z
CREATED:20190128T223947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T143341Z
UID:3225-1561647600-1561651200@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Virtual Happy Hour: Bringing Your Brand Story to Life
DESCRIPTION:A compelling brand story can generate major engagement and excitement for your brand! Katie Mleziva\, Chief Strategist of Real Food Brands and FMI Emerge mentor\, shares the building blocks of a strong brand strategy\, which is the foundation for creating a strong brand story. Dial in to learn from her approach to building a successful brand story and bringing it to life in a consistent\, meaningful way. \nAll call times indicated are Eastern Standard Time
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-smarter-bringing-your-brand-story-to-life-tuesday-june-25th/
CATEGORIES:Branding,marketing,Retailer Insights
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190626
DTSTAMP:20190517T161229Z
CREATED:20190130T150640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T161229Z
UID:3284-1561248000-1561507199@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:FMI Emerge @ the Summer Fancy Food show
DESCRIPTION:Stop by and visit – we will be in the Food Safety Solutions Center  or let’s set a time in advance \nemerge@fmi.org
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/fmi-emerge-the-summer-fancy-food-show/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T160000
DTSTAMP:20190809T143354Z
CREATED:20190503T184231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T143354Z
UID:4282-1561042800-1561046400@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Virtual Happy Hour: Accelerating Your Food Business's Growth with Cullen Gilchrist
DESCRIPTION:You want to grow your brand to national distribution and beyond\, but do you know the way? Cullen Gilchrist does.  As CEO and Co-Founder of DC Food Accelerator\, Union Kitchen\, Cullen has partnered with food businesses of all sizes to grow and accelerate their success by connecting them with the resources\, capital and networks that they need. Dial-in to learn how business owners like you go from cornering your local market\, to gaining regional and nation-wide distribution.
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-happy-hour-accelerating-your-food-businesss-growth-with-cullen-gilchrist/
CATEGORIES:Branding,Retailer Insights,Retailer Relationships
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T150000
DTSTAMP:20190603T195151Z
CREATED:20190603T140025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190603T195151Z
UID:4514-1561039200-1561042800@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:ReposiTrak Quarterly Trends Update: Food Fraud Compliance and the Implications to Your Business
DESCRIPTION:COMPLIMENTARY WEBINAR:\nQuarterly Trends Update: Food Fraud Compliance and the Implications to Your Business \nThursday\, June 20 | 2 PM EST/11 AM PST | REGISTER NOW \njoin us for a free webinar with Professors Dr. John Spink and Dr. Douglas Moyer of Michigan State University. \nHear the latest update on food fraud compliance requirements and best practices to reduce the fraud opportunity. Since there are so many evolving laws\, regulations\, standards\, and certifications there are many changes in the requirements and best practices. \nThe topics covered will include: \n\nthe definition and scope of food fraud\,\ninsight on efficient and effective vulnerability assessments\,\nstructure on how to conduct and incident review or investigate suspicious activity\,\ninsight on the organization and governance of food fraud prevention\,\nand then empirical research that is evaluating the current systems.\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/4514/
CATEGORIES:Data and Insights,Food Safety,Regulations & Compliance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190611T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190611T150000
DTSTAMP:20190809T143405Z
CREATED:20190501T152548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T143405Z
UID:4237-1560261600-1560265200@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: SEO for Brand Awareness and Sales with Kyle Steele
DESCRIPTION:With grocery e-commerce on the rise and new providers entering the market every day\, brands need digital visibility to get ahead of the game. Kyle Steele\, Emerge mentor and president of SEO Expert is a pro at catching and maintaining the attention of online shoppers. On this informative call\, Kyle breaks down how to build your brand online by optimizing web development\, copy\, and more so you can stop chasing online sales and have consumers coming to you!
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-smarter-using-seo-to-build-brand-awareness-and-drive-sales/
LOCATION:Kyle Steele
CATEGORIES:Branding,e-Commerce,Retailer Insights,Sales
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190606T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190606T160000
DTSTAMP:20190809T143427Z
CREATED:20190130T210158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T143427Z
UID:3320-1559833200-1559836800@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Happy Hour: Finding the Right Broker Partner with Jerry Chadwick
DESCRIPTION:Need help finding the right broker and determining who would be the right fit for your company? Want to understand what defines a great broker? Don’t sweat it!  Jerry Chadwick\, seasoned broker and Principal of My Fresh Solutions\, LLC is back with more expert insights on broker partnerships. Grab some vino\, a favorite snack and get ready to get answers on how to spot and pitch to the right broker for you.
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-happy-hour-finding-the-right-broker-partner/
LOCATION:Dial-In
CATEGORIES:Retailer Insights,Retailer Relationships
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190605T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190605T150000
DTSTAMP:20190809T143507Z
CREATED:20190501T143412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T143507Z
UID:4233-1559743200-1559746800@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: Understanding Your Consumers & Growth Opportunities with Nielsen Data
DESCRIPTION:An understanding of consumer and point of sale data is critical for growing your business. With an ever-changing competitive landscape and shifting consumer preferences\, growing brands must understand demand\, the in-store landscape and who is buying their products. Nielsen\, leading global insights and data provider\, offers all the information you need to stay on top of your business and develop an appropriate growth strategy. \nJoin the Nielsen team\, as they share POS and consumer behavior insights and why data matters to your business.
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-smarter-understanding-your-market-with-nielsen/
CATEGORIES:Emerge Smarter,Retailer Insights
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190604T150000
DTSTAMP:20190520T143120Z
CREATED:20190501T164812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190520T143120Z
UID:4249-1559656800-1559660400@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:FMI Webinar: Taking Action as a Future Leader
DESCRIPTION:*NOTE: All call times are Eastern Standard Time (EST) \n  \nWebinar Description: \nThis 60-minute interactive online seminar (the first of 3) will reinforce leadership concepts and activate a “Skills at Work Challenge” to test new leadership behaviors. If you miss the live version on June 4\, you can view the on demand version. \n  \nWebinar Objectives:\nParticipants should attend this webinar in order to: \n\nTransform the knowledge and insights captured throughout the Future Leader eXperience into tangible leadership development goals that will deliver results.\n\n  \nSpeakers:\nDave Croci\nDirector\, Leadership Development\nRoot Inc. \nRashel Rogers\nLeadership Development\nRoot Inc. \nRegister Now
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/fmi-webinar-taking-action-as-a-future-leader/
CATEGORIES:Leadership
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