Why Small Brands Need the Right Broker to Compete with Giants
Learn how small CPG brands can compete with giants by partnering with Woodridge Retail Group for tailored strategies and retail success.
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Jon Allen
Sep 123 min read
Scaling Your Brand Faster: The Strategic Advantage of Food Brokers
Discover how partnering with a food broker can accelerate your brand's growth in the competitive food industry.
Jon Allen
Aug 152 min read
Five Retail Insights from Walmart’s Q2 2024 Earnings That You Can Use Now
Walmart’s Q2 2024 earnings report shows how American shoppers navigate today’s marketplace and can help you improve your strategy.
Jon Allen
Jun 63 min read
A Supplier’s Guide to Working with a Food Broker
Discover the advantages of partnering with a food broker to boost your sales, save costs, and navigate the complex retail landscape efficien
Jon Allen
May 223 min read
Navigating Retail Deductions: Essential Strategies for Suppliers
Navigate retail deductions with expert strategies. Understand OTIF compliance, markdown allowances, chargebacks, and more to protect profit
Jon Allen
May 143 min read
From Cart to Courtroom: The Battle Over the Kroger-Albertsons Merger
Update: The Kroger-Albertsons merger is a pivotal development in the U.S. grocery sector, presenting opportunities and challenges.
Jon Allen
May 32 min read
Faster Checkout, Happier Customers: Insights from Sam's Club's Deployment of AI at Checkout
Uncover how Sam's Club's AI at checkout revolutionizes the shopping experience.
Jon Allen
May 12 min read
Elevating Everyday: The Strategic Genius Behind Walmart's Bettergoods
Uncover the strategic brilliance behind Walmart's Bettergoods and how it's reshaping the private label landscape.
Jon Allen
Mar 183 min read
How CPG Brokers Transform Brand Trajectories
The journey from manufacturing to mass retail creates challenges and opportunities for brands at every stage of their development. Its...
Jon Allen
Mar 52 min read
A Supplier’s Guide to Partnering with a Food Broker
In the complex world of consumer packaged goods (CPG), particularly within the food and beverage sector, standing out in a crowded...
Jon Allen
Feb 273 min read
Understanding Adaptive Retail Strategy: A Supplier's Guide
Unveiling the Future In the rapidly evolving retail landscape, two buzzwords have emerged at the forefront of innovation: omnichannel and...
Jon Allen
Jan 293 min read
Power Players of U.S. Grocery Retail: A Supplier’s Guide
The landscape of U.S. grocery retailing is vast and competitive, with a few giants leading the charge. As the CEO of Woodridge Retail...
Jon Allen
Jan 252 min read
5 Ways the Pandemic Continues to Reshape Shopping
As we usher in another year, it's crucial to reflect on the transformative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the retail sector. While...
Jon Allen
Jan 123 min read
Navigating the Maze of Walmart Post-Audit Deductions: A Supplier's Guide
Introduction For suppliers doing business with Walmart, understanding post-audit deductions is not just important—it's crucial for...
Jon Allen
Jan 102 min read
Walmart’s Pro Seller Program: A Comprehensive Guide for Suppliers
Today, we're diving into maximizing your success on Walmart Marketplace and the Pro Seller Program. With the introduction of Walmart’s...
Jon Allen
Jan 22 min read
Top 10 Retail Predictions for 2024
As we begin 2024, the retail landscape is evolving unprecedentedly, driven by technological advances and changing consumer behaviors. For...
Jon Allen
Dec 7, 20232 min read
Turning Post-Holiday Returns into Brand Wins: A Guide for Suppliers
Introduction As the festive glitter settles post-holidays, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) suppliers often face a less sparkly reality: a...
Jon Allen
Nov 9, 20233 min read
Localize to Thrive: A CPG Brand's Guide to Regional Dominance
When we talk about the expansion and growth of a brand, it's easy to get caught up in the grandiosity of 'going national' or even...
Jon Allen
Oct 27, 20232 min read
Crafting Brand Magic: A Blueprint for Small Suppliers to Achieve Memorable Consumer Recognition
Building memorable consumer brand recognition as a small brand can seem impossible in today's fiercely competitive retail landscape.
Jon Allen
Oct 24, 20232 min read
Suppliers, Meet Your Deduction Recovery Ally: Woodridge Retail Group
In the fast-paced world of consumer packaged goods (CPG), suppliers often navigate a maze of fees, fines, and deductions imposed by...
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