In carrot vs stick approach, carrot winning in SC food stamp program
In the carrot vs. stick approach for improving the impact of the food stamp program, the carrot appears to be winning in South Carolina.A pilot program approved by the state Legislature last year to double the value of food stamps…
CFIC Goes to Washington!
CFIC Executive Director Lindsey Kueffner attended the recent Day in Washington, held by the National Grocers Association (NGA), Food Marketing Institute (FMI), and the Food Industry Association Executives (FIAE). CFIC was well-represented by Omar Jorge of Compare Foods; Teross Young…
Where Do Traditional and Pure-Play Retailers Stand in Online Grocery?
Food has been slow to gain momentum in online retail, but brick-and-mortar stores can find success in the space by offering a combination of home delivery and click-and-collect options. Online-only grocers may be best served by implementing "virtual stores" that…
Hiring Summer Help?
Check out these links to help you comply with laws and regulations regarding seasonal and youth employment. Employee, Intern, or Contractor? The Department of Labor estimates that 70 percent of businesses are in some way out of compliance with the…
Hashtags! Hashtags! Hashtags!
If used correctly, they can increase brand awareness, organize your social updates and help you communicate with new customers. Download The Beginner's Guide to Hashtags and unleash their power for your indie store. Download The Beginner’s Guide to Hashtags Introduce…
Help with fresh marketing ideas
Quick and Easy tips to market your store! Introducing Click and Mortar from MWCBK and our partners at SnapRetail. Click & Mortar is a quick and easy resource for indie retailers to learn the latest on how to promote your…
Women in Supply Chain Free Networking Event
Be an active member of the Charlotte‐area supply chain network and attend a regional panel discussion & networking event! Join supply chain professionals of both genders for a stimulating and informative evening discussing the latest developments in the supply chain…
“This is Retail” from NCRMA & NRF
Raleigh, NC - April 24, 2014 – The North Carolina Retail Merchants Association (NCRMA) in conjunction with the National Retail Federation (NRF) is announcing a new initiative to broaden and enhance perceptions of the retail industry in North Carolina. The…