Mark Baum of FMI – The Food Industry Association
Mark, who has been involved in the food business for nearly 40 years as both a trade association executive and industry consultant, talks with Jeff about inflation, the evolving retailer-vendor relationship, and changing shopper behavior.
John Derderian of Allegiance Retail Services
John Derderian, president and COO of Allegiance Retail Services, talks current labor challenges, supply chain dysfunction, and the hurdles facing independent grocers.
Jeff Brown of Brown’s Super Stores
Jeff Brown, owner of 10 ShopRite and two Fresh Grocer stores in the Philadelphia area, talks with Maria Maggio about helping underserved communities, dealing with supply chain obstacles, and working in the family business.
Ira Kress of Giant Food
In the first episode of 2022 Jeff talks to Ira Kress, president of Giant Food, about past and ongoing learnings from COVID, the retailer’s priority on accelerating its omnichannel approach, and what makes the Giant culture so special.
Kurt Schertle of Weis Markets
In the premiere episode, Jeff talks to Kurt Schertle, COO of Weis Markets, about the effects of industry disruptions and innovative ideas which are helping Weis “win.”