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SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: Are your contracts setting your brand up for success?
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to walk through a contract and use language that is effective and will support your brand early on and protect you for the long haul. Understand how to negotiate great deals and spot the illusions in contracts. Cut through confusing and complex clauses\, so that you feel confident legally as your company grows\, with Gus Spheeris\, Emerge Mentor and Attorney at Law: JSP Law & Advisory\, LLC. \nGus is accepting questions prior to the call to help you navigate through odd or complex provisions from your own agreements. If you have a specific example of confusing legal jargon that you’d like clarified and simplified\, email the example to jpryor@fmi.org by Monday\, November 4th (please omit sensitive information or replace with generic names). \n  \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-smarter-education-call-11/
CATEGORIES:education,Emerge Smarter,Negotiations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191112T150000
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SUMMARY:FMI Webinar: The Plant-Based Tipping Point
DESCRIPTION:Breakthroughs in plant-based protein products are rapidly shifting the marketplace. Everyday\, there is news about leading food manufacturers and food service providers focusing on alternative proteins.  Plant-based foods are a key driver of growth in retail\, with plant-based food sales growing over 5 times as fast as total food sales in the past year. And the plant-based consumer is valuable\, with an average basket ring 61% greater than the average shopper. \nJoin us as we share a conversation with The Good Food Institute on increasing interest in plant-based foods and alternative proteins. This webinar will dive into category trends and consumer insights to help you capitalize on the growing interest in plant-based foods. \n  \nSpeakers: \nCaroline Bushnell\nAssociate Director\, Corporate Engagement\nThe Good Food Institute \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/fmi-webinar-the-plant-based-tipping-point/
CATEGORIES:Data and Insights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191114T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191114T160000
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CREATED:20190517T143026Z
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SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: Re-thinking Your Packaging
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that the world is rapidly moving to replace petroleum-based single-use plastics with alternatives that come from new materials derived from nature? The confluence of trends and market dynamics related to single-use packaging is causing many to re-think all aspects of how it is used and made. The bioaccumulation of over-engineered plastics is not sustainable\, thus creating an opportunity to embrace flexible packaging. Legislative action combined with purpose-driven businesses are forcing a movement towards Earth DigestibleTM alternatives that do not rely on collection and repurposing/recycling. \nJoin Emerge mentors\, Jake Hebert and Kelly Williams to learn about the following topics: \n\nIs it time to re-think the role of packaging in your business?\nWhat is Earth Digestible packaging\, and why should you be thinking about it for your brand?\nWhat are your options for more sustainable flexible packaging today and tomorrow?\nHow can you leverage your packaging such that it is a profit center?\n\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-smarter-education-call-9/
CATEGORIES:education,Emerge Smarter,Packaging and Design,Sustainability
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191118
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SUMMARY:Metro Cooking DC
DESCRIPTION:FMI Emerge is proud to partner with Metro Cooking DC and support the upcoming show held at the Washington Convention Center November 16-17\, 2019. \nWhether you’re an aspiring home cook or expert entertainer\, the two-day culinary extravaganza provides a one-of-a-kind experience for all food and entertaining enthusiasts. \nEnjoy cooking demos and book signings with top Celebrity Chefs. Sample from over 50 local restaurants in the Grand Tasting Pavilion. Wash down your fare with a local brew from the Beer\, Wine and Spirits Garden. Learn new home cooking techniques and tips in the Taste Talks. Sharpen your culinary skills in the pop-up cooking school. See your favorite James Beard award-winning chef and see them whip up delicious dishes live on the James Beard Cooking Stage. \nPlus\, shop from hundreds of specialty food vendors in the exhibitor marketplace! Chances are\, you’ll discover a new favorite hot sauce! \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nLearn more.
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/metro-cooking-dc/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191119T150000
DTSTAMP:20191120T164404Z
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SUMMARY:Emerge Smarter: Understanding the Regulatory Risks of Labeling
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide an introduction to food labeling\, and help you understand the required elements of a food label and why reviewing labels matters. Given the continued upward-trend in health-conscious consumers\, we’ll review how voluntary claims such as “healthy”\, “free from”\, “pure”\, and “natural” should be used in food labeling. \nAllison Condra\, Emerge Mentor and Associate at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP will discuss some of the recent trends in FDA enforcement and litigation related to labels and label claims. She’ll provide you with a foundation for understanding your food labels and labeling\, and any “watch-outs” you may be overlooking. \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-smarter-education-call-10/
CATEGORIES:Emerge Smarter,Food Safety,Regulations & Compliance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191119T150000
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SUMMARY:FMI Webinar: The Surge of Plant-Based Foods
DESCRIPTION:FMI’s 2019 U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends report finds a rising number of households (33%) have at least one member following a non-medically prescribed diet such as vegan\, vegetarian\, pescatarian or flexitarian. Increased demand for personalization is challenging the food shopping experience\, and a growing number of shoppers are turning to plant-based proteins to help meet their unique household needs. The Power of Meat 2019 report finds\, plant-based meat alternative sales increased 19.2% last year and account for $878 million in annual sales. \nSo what does this all mean for retailers and CPG manufacturers? It’s clear that consumers across the board have a growing interest in plant-based foods\, including plant-based protein – and they are buying more of these items. \n  \nSpeakers: \nTim Grzebinski\nClient Insights Principal\nIRI \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/fmi-webinar-the-surge-of-plant-based-foods/
CATEGORIES:Data and Insights,Retailer Insights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191120T140000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Developing an Effective Trade Plan
DESCRIPTION:Every CPG company desires a trade plan that will boost revenue and increase market share\, and is tailored to meet retailer needs. \nCathy Shifflett\, founder of CHS Enterprises and FMI Emerge mentor\, shares best practices from her twenty years of proven results in helping companies expand their retail distribution and improve business processes. She 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. \nJoin us as we share insights on developing an effective retail strategy and trade plan\, presented in collaboration with Emerge industry partner\, ReposiTrak. \nRSVP to gain insights into: \n\nHow to determine the right retail alignment for your brand\nUnderstanding options and strategies for promotion and pricing\nKnowing what questions to ask a retailer when building your trade plan and determining spend\n\nAll calls are Eastern Standard Time. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/emerge-repositrak-webinar-tailoring-your-retail-strategy-trade-plan/
CATEGORIES:Emerge Smarter,Retailer Insights,Sales
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