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Omni Talk RetailConverse In Crisis, Target Trials ChatGPT Ads & C-Stores Push The In-Store AI Envelope | Fast FiveIn this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, Quorso, and Veloq, guest host and resident talent expert Jenn Hahn, joined Chris and Anne to discuss:
Converse employees being instructed to work from home ahead of layoffs and restructuring at the struggling Nike brand (Source)
Co-op launching a gender pay gap toolkit ahead of new UK regulations (Source)
Target and Albertsons testing conversational advertising inside ChatGPT (Source)
American Eagle building its largest creator community yet with a rewards-based micro-influencer program (Source)
Independent convenience stores deploying AI voice insights...
2026-02-1858 min
Omni Talk RetailConverse In Crisis, Target Trials ChatGPT Ads & C-Stores Push The In-Store AI Envelope | Fast FiveIn this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, Quorso, and Veloq, guest host and resident talent expert Jenn Hahn, joined Chris and Anne to discuss:Converse employees being instructed to work from home ahead of layoffs and restructuring at the struggling Nike brand (Source)Co-op launching a gender pay gap toolkit ahead of new UK regulations (Source)Target and Albertsons testing conversational advertising inside ChatGPT (Source)American Eagle building its largest creator community yet with a rewards-based micro-influencer program (Source)Independent convenience stores deploying AI...
2026-02-1858 min
Retail Fast FiveConverse In Crisis, Target Trials ChatGPT Ads & C-Stores Push The In-Store AI Envelope | Fast FiveIn this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, Quorso, and Veloq, guest host and resident talent expert Jenn Hahn, joined Chris and Anne to discuss:Converse employees being instructed to work from home ahead of layoffs and restructuring at the struggling Nike brand (Source)Co-op launching a gender pay gap toolkit ahead of new UK regulations (Source)Target and Albertsons testing conversational advertising inside ChatGPT (Source)American Eagle building its largest creator community yet with a rewards-based micro-influencer program (Source)Independent convenience stores deploying AI...
2026-02-1858 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersSamantha Johnston: Modern Leadership Challenges in a Digital EraWhat if a grocery store could feel like your people? We sit down with Samantha Johnson, Chief Marketing Officer at Clark’s Markets, to unpack how independent grocers build real loyalty by leading with care, operational clarity, and a deep commitment to community. From the Colorado high country to Sedona and Utah, Clark’s carries a bold, independent spirit—and Samantha reveals the practical moves that turn transactions into relationships.Samantha’s career path is anything but linear—media executive, hospital service excellence leader, even firefighter—yet each chapter shaped a leadership style rooted in courage and empathy. She...
2026-02-1629 minGrocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersJenn Hahn: How A Humble Leader Built A National Recruiting Firm For GrocersA chance encounter at a college career fair led Jenn Hahn into the Aldi training program, where she learned the store from the floor up and ran multiple locations at 22. That early trial by fire shaped a leadership style built on humility, directness, and full accountability—traits she later used to launch J Recruiting Services, a national search firm serving independent grocers, wholesalers, and CPG partners.We unpack how Jenn scaled from “laptop at the kitchen table” to a sophisticated team by refusing to post and pray, demanding premium candidate and client experience, and hiring for strategic thinki...
2026-02-0129 minGrocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersEmily Detwiler: Leading With Kindness In GroceryThe aisle might look calm, but the work behind it moves fast. We sit down with Emily Detwiler, Vice President of AWG Brands at Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG), to unpack how private brands become a competitive edge for independent grocers—and how empathetic leadership keeps teams performing at their best. Emily shares a candid path from high school cashier to executive, spanning CPG analytics, fresh meat marketing, and wholesale strategy, with one throughline: say yes to stretch roles and learn quickly.We dig into the mechanics of winning private labels across Best Choice and Always Save—partnering with...
2026-01-1721 min
Candid With CandidatesExecutive Leadership in Grocery Retail: Kristin Popp on Strategy, Growth, and Career DevelopmentWhat does it truly take to lead at the executive level in grocery retail—and how do you build a career that grows alongside the business?To launch Season 2 of Candid with Candidates, Jennifer Hahn sits down with Kristin Popp, Executive Vice President of Woodman’s Food Market, Inc., for an in-depth conversation on leadership, career development, and long-term impact in an ever-evolving industry.With nearly 30 years at Woodman’s, Kristin shares her journey from working in accounting and HR while in college to overseeing company-wide operations, corporate functions, and strategic planning for a 20-store, employ...
2026-01-0634 minGrocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersWomen Redefining Leadership In Independent Grocery, Best of Season 1 and 2What if the most powerful playbook for modern grocery leadership comes from stories that start outside the aisle? We’re bringing together standout moments from seasons one and two to explore how women at every career stage transform constraint into creativity—blending e‑commerce, data, and deep community roots to keep independent grocers thriving.Representation takes center stage through Women Grocers of America, where visibility becomes a catalyst for ambition: if you can’t see it, you can’t be it. Research insights from Jenna Krakomperger map the real pressures of inflation and labor shortages and show ho...
2026-01-0528 minGrocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersResilience, Leadership, And Community: Best of Season 1 and 2We share standout moments from seasons one and two that trace how women across grocery build resilience, lean on community, and lead with authenticity. Jackie LaPointe connects endurance sports to career confidence, and Jena Sowers shows how adaptive leadership and grace create stronger teams.To listen to the full episodes, follow these links and be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any episodes of season three that will resume in January https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297578/14613298 - Jackie LaPointe's full episodehttps://www.bluecloudinc.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/j...
2025-12-2113 minGrocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersMisty Bryant: Listen Deeper, Lead Better, Serve BiggerA small moment in a grocery aisle can change a day—and sometimes a career. We sit down with Misty Bryant, Director of Merchandising Support at Houchins Food Group, to unpack how a curious part-time start became a purpose-driven path built on service, mentorship, and data that actually helps people. From a child’s joy over a Peppa Pig toy to the precision of electronic shelf tags and rapid out-of-stock scans, Misty shows how human connection and operational excellence can live side by side.We trace Misty’s journey across merchandising, buying, and category management to a role t...
2025-12-0827 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersGR Bonus Episode: Snap, Shutdowns, And The Penny ProblemA 43-day government shutdown turned food policy into a stress test for everyone from federal agencies to front-end cashiers. SNAP benefits were shut off for the first time ever, courts issued conflicting directives, and retailers faced a moving target of guidance while trying to keep communities fed. We sit down with Stephanie Johnson, Group VP of Government Relations at the National Grocers Association, to break down what actually happened, what changed at the register, and how independent grocers adapted in real time.If food access, checkout operations, and policy risk affect your business, this is your map...
2025-12-0220 minGrocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersNatalija Paldrmic: Bravely Traveling the World Inspires an Open and Inquisitive MindDid you love the show - Text and tell us why.National Grocers Association FoundationWelcome to "Grocery From Her Seat," the WGA podcast offering a unique perspective on the independentSupport the showSign up for women leadership opportunities in the independent grocery industryJoin WGAJoin NGAF: https://www.facebook.com/NationalGrocersAssnL: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-grocers-association/ Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent Grocers has been selected as one of the Top 35 Independent Women Podcasts on the...
2025-11-2327 minGrocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersCelebrating The First Woman: Amy NiemetscheckToday, we take a look back at an episode from April of this year when Kristin had the opportunity to interview Amy Neimenscheck. This year, Amy has been named WGA’s Woman of the year and just this week installed as the first female chair of the ROFDA Board, Amy's journey reflects both personal achievement and industry wide progress. From her start as an accountant to leading as a CEO, her past shows what it means to combine technical expertise, visionary leadership, and unwavering advocacy for the grocery industry. Today we wanted to celebra...
2025-11-0937 minGrocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersChelsea Matzen: Driven by Community and Continuous LearningChelsea Matzen, Vice President Foundation at the National Grocers Association, unpacks how scholarships, mentorship, and community-powered programs shape the next generation of independent retail leaders.She gets candid about:drawing healthy boundaries in an always-on world, the broader shift toward digital convenience, especially for Gen Z shoppers, and leadership, inclusion, and the future of feeding communitiesSubscribe, share this episode with a colleague, and leave a quick review to help more people discover the show. Did you love the show - Text and tell us why.Support the showSig...
2025-10-2720 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersSheila Ebanks: Driving Trucks to Driving Teams, A Coca-Cola Executive's JourneyHow Sheila Ebanks Leads at Coca-Cola While Raising Four KidsSheila Ebanks, Head of Large Store at The Coca-Cola Company, shares her inspiring journey from delivery truck driver to managing key retail partnerships with Albertsons, Publix, and H-E-B. As a mother of four (ages 5 to 28), Sheila redefines work-life balance through intentional integration—prioritizing family events and embracing flexibility.She opens up about mentorship, building a “challenger network,” and using AI to free teams from mundane tasks. From relaunching Diet Coke with Lime to navigating career growth, Sheila offers four guiding principles: ask powerful questi...
2025-10-1126 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersFrom Log Cabin to Leadership: Shannon Clark's JourneyShannon Clark takes us on a remarkable journey from building a log cabin by hand in rural Kentucky to revolutionizing marketing strategies at Houchens Food Group. This conversation reveals how her unconventional path—beginning in apparel manufacturing before transitioning to retail operations and eventually grocery e-commerce—equipped her with unique perspectives that drive her success today.Shannon offers refreshingly honest insights about work-life balance, challenging the notion that we can "have it all." Instead, she advocates extending grace to yourself, recognizing that balance looks different every day, and being fully present for non-negotiable moments with family. This phil...
2025-09-2728 min
TODAYTODAY July 25, 9AM: ‘Big Little Feelings’ Moms Talk Back-to-School Screentime | Superfood Summer Salad Recipes | Zac Brown Band LIVE on TODAYThe 3rd Hour tests their health knowledge in a StartTODAY edition of ‘Fact vs. Myth’ with NYU Grossman School of Medicine assistant professor Dr. Collin Popp. Moms behind the popular online parenting community ‘Big Little Feelings,’ Deena Margolin and Kristin Gallant, share their tips for scaling back screentime ahead of the back-to-school season. Plus, Joy Bauer whips up classic summer salad recipes with a superfood twist – how you can revamp egg salad, ceviche, and tuna salad to pack a nutritious punch. And, Zac Brown Band talks the upcoming release of their seventh studio album ‘Love and Fear,’ designing eye-catching cover art and...
2025-07-2624 min
SWR Kultur lesenswert - LiteraturSWR Bestenliste Juli/August im Staatstheater MainzMeike Feßmann, Klaus Nüchtern und Jan Wiele diskutierten im Staatstheater Mainz vier auf der SWR Bestenliste im Juli und Augst verzeichnete Werke.
So unterhaltsam kann Literaturkritik sein: Meike Feßmann, Klaus Nüchtern und Jan Wiele diskutierten in der Kakadu Bar des Mainzer Staatstheaters vier Werke, die auf den vorderen vier Plätzen der SWR Bestenliste im Juli und August stehen. Die Jury-Mitglieder sprengten jedes Zeitlimit, waren sich nur bei einem Roman einig und verstanden sich prächtig. Es gab beherzten Dissens auf der Bühne und zahlreiche Lacher im Publikum.
Auf dem Programm standen: Der zweisprachige Gedichtband „Wenn alle...
2025-07-061h 16
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersJustyne Uribe: A Leadership Journey that Began as Seasonal HelpDid you love the show - Text and tell us why.Support the showSign up for women leadership opportunities in the independent grocery industryJoin WGAJoin NGAF: https://www.facebook.com/NationalGrocersAssnL: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-grocers-association/ Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent Grocers has been selected as one of the Top 35 Independent Women Podcasts on the web.https://podcast.feedspot.com/independent_women_podcasts/Host: Kristin PoppProduction: Rachael Melot, SWA.Marketing
2025-06-1521 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersCaroline Catoe: Family Business Insights and PredictionsWhat happens when you grow up immersed in grocery technology from age 14? For Caroline Catoe, President of ECRS, it created a unique perspective on both the challenges and opportunities facing independent grocers in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape.From her early days taking support calls as a teenager to her current leadership role, Caroline shares the wisdom gained from working alongside her father in their family business. The daily mentorship she receives as her father continues in the CEO role provides her with an exceptional leadership development experience that few executives enjoy. This father-daughter partnership mirrors the m...
2025-05-3124 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersSierra Brewer: Traditional Grocery Has a Shelf LifeSierra Brewer stands at the exciting intersection of tradition and innovation in grocery. As a Cornell University student preparing to become the first US category manager for The Modern Milkman, she brings fresh perspectives on how sustainability and convenience can reshape grocery retail.What makes this episode particularly compelling is Sierra's bold prediction that the grocery industry is approaching a critical inflection point—"a bubble about to pop." She identifies four major forces driving this change: economic pressures forcing price sensitivity, expansion of hard discounters, acceleration of digital shopping options, and shifting consumer preferences toward sustainability and tr...
2025-05-1926 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersAnne Feder: Setting Boundaries Personally and ProfessionallyAnne Feder, Senior Vice President of Client Growth and Product with eGrocery, shares her journey from psychology grad to grocery tech leader and how she balances career ambitions with motherhood of three children.• Managing client services from implementation to day-to-day operations for eGrocery's white-label SaaS platform• Starting in mortgage banking during a recession before moving through automotive, pharmaceutical, CPG and eventually grocery tech• Taking a three-year career break to be a stay-at-home mom before gradually returning to the workforce• Finding passion in grocery during the pandemic by seeing how e-commerce technology helped essential workers serve co...
2025-05-0432 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersBonus Episode Grocery From Her Seat: NGA's Fight for Independent GrocersGreg Ferrara, President and CEO of the National Grocers Association, brings his unique perspective as both a former independent grocer and long-time industry advocate to discuss the rapidly changing political landscape affecting food retailers.Drawing from nearly two decades of experience at NGA and his background running his family's New Orleans supermarket, Ferrara offers a candid assessment of the volatile tariff situation that's "changing not by the day, but sometimes by the hour." He explains why even grocers who source little directly from China should be concerned about equipment costs, supply chain disruptions, and potential economic impacts...
2025-04-2832 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersStephanie Becker: On the Go, from DC Fly-ins to Mission TripsWhat happens when you combine legal expertise with a passion for understanding the grocery business from every angle? Stephanie Becker, Chief Legal Officer, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Associated Wholesale Grocers Incorporated (AWG), reveals how her journey from real estate law to grocery leadership unfolded through curiosity and persistence."I just started asking questions and kept walking into meetings," Stephanie shares, explaining how she evolved from handling real estate transactions to becoming AWG's General Counsel in 2018. Her candid conversation with host Kristen Popp explores how AWG leverages its $12 billion balance sheet to secure favorable lease terms...
2025-04-2224 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersAmy Niemetscheck: The Journey of Accountant to CEOAmy Niemetscheck takes us through her remarkable journey from public accounting to becoming President and CEO of Serco Inc., where she leads a cooperative serving 250 independent grocers with over 550 employees. Her story exemplifies how non-traditional career paths can lead to exceptional leadership in the grocery industry.The conversation reveals Amy's refreshing leadership philosophy: rather than pretending to know everything, she builds "benches" of experts around her and focuses on breaking down silos between departments. This approach proved crucial during her first 24 months as CEO, when she faced the sudden loss of a key team member, a major...
2025-04-0535 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersJennifer Graff: From Cashier to Woman of the YearWhat does a three-decade journey from cashier to industry leadership look like? Jennifer Graff, Director of Perishable Operations at Columbiana Foods Inc., reveals the turns and transformative experiences that shaped her remarkable career in independent grocery.Jennifer's story begins in 1989 as a teenage cashier, moving through numerous departments—from cake decorating to video rentals (remember those?)—before finding her calling in perishables leadership. What kept her in the industry all these years? "Everybody has to eat," she explains with characteristic straightforward wisdom, "and being part of that is meaningful." Her enthusiasm for merchandising, creativity, and the constant evol...
2025-03-0826 minPopplandPóstkort, popp og partýMatti og Lovísa á sínum stað í Popplandi. Fjallað var um nýjan og spennandi flokk á Íslensku tónlistarverðlaununum, póstkort frá Katrínu Myrru og Klöru Einars sem voru að gefa úr lagið VBMM og plata vikunnar á sínum stað, I Miss You I Do með Árnýju Margréti svo fátt eitt sé nefnt.
Moses Hightower - Sjáum hvað setur.
PULP - Disco 2000.
PLACEBO - Every you every me.
Jón Jónsson & Una Torfadóttir - Vertu hjá mér.
MUGISON - George Harrison.
Joy, Vance - Fire and the flood.
ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA - Don?t Bring Me Down.
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2025-03-053h 15
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersMiriam Framson: Lessons from Austria to America Miriam Framson is the Vice President of Operations at Citrus America, Inc., a US distributor of highest-quality European equipment for the food service and grocery industries.Born to an Austrian mother and an American father, Miriam's personal and professional international experience spans continents. She earned both her master's in Export and Internationalization Management and her bachelor's in Economics from the University of Economics and Business in Vienna, Austria. Miriam is fluent in English and German. Before joining the family business in Florida in 2022, she worked for a global consulting firm, helping large organizations implement and m...
2025-02-2321 minGrocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersJamie Collins: Navigating Tradition and Innovation in Grocery MarketingJamie Collins shares her career journey and insights on grocery marketing trends, emphasizing the significance of data, adaptability, and mentorship in the evolving landscape. The conversation highlights generational shifts in consumer behavior and the challenges of technology in marketing.• Jamie's transition from corporate marketing to grocery • Importance of data-driven marketing strategies • Generational differences in consumer behavior • Mentorship’s role in professional growth • Challenges and opportunities with technology • The need for community and support among women leaders If you found value, be sure to subscribe to the podcast to never miss an episode.Di...
2025-02-0824 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersHeidi Huff & Nick Nikitas: Importance of In Person NetworkingListen to the discussion between Heidi Huff, SVP of Consumer Development at Alliance Retail Group and WGA board member, alongside Nick Nikitas, General Manager of Local Independent Grocery at Instacart at last year's NGA conference. With detailed insights, Heidi and Nick illuminate how retail media analytics are empowering retailers to track every dollar spent, ensuring maximum impact and accountability.The conversation also highlights the irreplaceable value of face-to-face connections in a people-centric industry. Even in our digital age, Heidi and Nick stress that nothing beats the camaraderie and networking opportunities at industry events like the N...
2025-02-0106 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersDonna Zambo: The Future is NowThis episode explores Donna Zambo’s, VP, Chief Marketing Officer for Allegiance Retail Services, remarkable journey in the grocery industry, highlighting her passion for food, community, and innovation. Donna shares her insights on leadership, technology, and the evolving grocery landscape.• Donna’s early grocery experiences shaped her connection to the industry • The impact of personal stories on professional paths • Technology's role in enhancing the grocery shopping experience • The importance of mentorship and women’s empowerment in grocery • Leadership centered around empathy and team care • Embracing innovation for a transformative retail futureWhether you're a se...
2025-01-2617 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersAmanda Metcalf: Insights from NGA ShowWomen are increasingly stepping into leadership roles within the grocery industry, challenging traditional norms and reshaping the landscape. This short clip emphasizes the value of networking and engaging at the annual NGA Show. Amanda is a veteran attendee and a 5th generation of her family's century old company.Over the years at the NGA show she has:• Seen the rise of women leaders in grocery • Felt the value of networking at NGA events • Explored the opportunity and significance of the gig economy • Explored recruitment strategies to attract younger talent • Analyzed and brainstormed ge...
2025-01-2104 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersCourtney Van Gilder: Aligning Giving With Company ValuesCourtney's role as ESG (environmental, social and governance) and community engagement manager at SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) perfectly melds her passions. Over the last three years, Van Gilder created and implemented the publicly traded SpartanNash’s first and second ESG reports, (no small task) and became a new mom (yeah!). With great mentorship and guiding bosses, she has tackled these great life tasks, both personally and professionally. #collaboration#sustainability(10) Courtney Van Gilder (Carlson) | LinkedInCourtney Van Gilder | 40 Under 40 2024 | Crain's Grand Rapids BusinessDid you love the show - Text and tell us...
2025-01-0621 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersMelissa Mayfield: Use Your SmileMelissa has been with Colgate-Palmolive for 21 years and she has navigated nine relocations in her tenure. Melissa has so many great experiences and has been able to experience and learn from diversity in thought as she has made these moves around the country.She encourages others to be open to new experiences, to get uncomfortable, and to always be learning.A couple great tidbits hidden in this podcast on how to motivate your team to help them be their best, most productive self, for a team that is motivated and inspired, is a great performing team.
2024-12-2214 min
Spark Something NewEpisode 12: Discovering Kokorozashi - Living Your Purpose with Kristin PoppOn this episode, Katie chats with Kristin Popp, Executive Vice President of Woodman's Food Market and President of the Women's Grocers of America. They dive deep into the concept of "kokorozashi", a Japanese term for personal mission, and explore how living with purpose can transform both your personal and professional life.Kristin shares her journey of discovering and living her purpose, balancing a successful career with her commitment to championing women in the grocery industry and making a significant impact in her community. Tune in for insights on finding your own kokorozashi and living a more intentional...
2024-12-0940 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersHeidi Huff: Three Keys to Effective NetworkingHeidi has been in the industry for "a bit" says Kristin Popp, President of WGA and host. Heidi has experiences we can all learn from and she has sage advice for those trying to advance their career and/or leave a legacy.She is passionate about helping others build their quiet confidence, and she is passionate about connecting CPG's to the independent grocer. She is a connector. And the magic she says is when networking leads to introductions and in this podcast she will share 3 keys to effective networking. Heidi Huff, Senior Vice Pr...
2024-12-0719 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersSarah Rivers: How Crossfit Changed Her Work LifeSarah Rivers is the Director of digital and ecommerce programs for IGA Inc. and in this episode she shares with Kristin her thoughts on all the opportunities in the industry, and teaches us that retail media begins with your clean data.She also talks us through how showing up at Crossfit changed her life and her self talk. Sometimes, you just have to breathe and tell yourself that you can do hard things.Did you love the show - Text and tell us why.Support the showSign u...
2024-11-1822 minGrocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersLupe Lupez : A Passionate Owner Overcoming Industry ChallengesLupe Lopez is a co-founder of Avanzando and the owner of Arteaga’s Food Center. She holds a degree in Network Engineering from the Masters’ Institute. Lupe is a trailblazer in organizing Community Health Fairs and in building partnerships with community organizations to promote awareness and healthier eating habits through the availability of high-quality food and education. She has been instrumental in expanding the WIC and Double Up Food programs in Rural California. Lupe will share her journey through challenges to a place where she is now seen and respected. She is one very passionate, intelligent and caring leade...
2024-11-0226 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersLori Brown: Learning to Be a Better ListenerLori Brown is thriving! You will be motivated to stretch yourself, learn more, listen better and maybe even accept official coaching. She recently worked to become a Certified ICF Coach, and one of the greatest learnings was to be a better listener. As we prepare for the #SilverTsunami, as Dr. Cynthia McCloud coined it, we must all pass along knowledge to the next generation.Lori is a Certified Coach and she serves on the following four boards, using her talents and time to improve the food industry and the world around her. The IlluminatorsPaci...
2024-10-1917 min
Omni Talk RetailKristin Popp Talks Robotics and the Secrets Behind Woodman's SuccessKristin Popp, the Executive Vice President of Woodman's Food Markets, joins Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga, live from the VusionGroup Studio at Groceryshop, to discuss the unique operational model of Woodman's, known for its large-scale grocery stores that focus exclusively on groceries. With an impressive 27 years of experience at the organization, Kristin shares insights into the company's innovative approach, particularly highlighting their successful robot program that enhances efficiency in their stores. The conversation delves into the impact of technology on grocery retail, including the potential applications of generative AI, which Woodman's is cautiously exploring. As the company prepares for...
2024-10-0808 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersSarah May: Wear the Comfortable ShoesWhen you think of someone who networks and builds relationships in the grocery industry, you have to think of Sarah May. She will give a couple tips on how to be successful in building authentic relationships.Hot trends, proud moments and a few laughs are all included in this podcast.VP of Sales at Smart.Markethttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-may-911150115/https://business.smart.market/Did you love the show - Text and tell us why.Support the showSign up for women leadership o...
2024-09-2822 minGrocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersEnid Barrillas: Balancing Work, Family, and a Pioneering Health Mission in Puerto RicoEnid Barrillas is a second generation, Puerto Rican grocer who pursued a master's degree, a Mechanical Engineering degree and has six children. She provides great insight in this interview on how she uses the insight from one of her mentors to remain calm, organized and in control.One take away she gives in this podcast is that you need to be a team player both at work and at home. We love sharing the stories of women like Enid.#teamplayer#CorporateWellnessDid you love the show - Text and te...
2024-09-0723 minGrocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersBeverly J. Lynch: Leap and the Net Will AppearBeverly has an exciting full circle career journey in associational management and lobbying. On this podcast she shares key motivational sayings that have guided her decisions and how important it is for all of us to pay attention to local and state legislative decisions.After this podcast you may want to spend a day shadowing Beverly to learn more about lobbying. What a great resource Beverly is to connect to your state associations.Don't miss this episode and opportunity to meet someone who has an impact on the entire food industry through her work.
2024-07-2020 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersMerry Bhattacharjee: You Are EnoughEvery business owner knows the value of the Human Resources Department. Merry Bhattacharjee, Vice President Human Resources at DUMAC Business Systems, Inc. shares ways she shows up to best reflect her personal brand and the company brand each day.She wants women to remember they are GOOD ENOUGH and are adding value. Enjoy hearing from a Vice President HR who is fun and funny!Did you love the show - Text and tell us why.Support the showSign up for women leadership opportunities in the independent grocery industry
2024-06-2222 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersAmy McClellan: Daily Lessons from Bagging GroceriesAmy McClellan takes us through her lifetime journey in the grocery industry from bagging groceries to becoming the Executive Vice President of Sales and Chief Customer Office of SpartanNash. Amy believes the industry has a history for building leaders and teaching life skills.In this episode, Amy gives thanks for the privilege of being essential, discusses the value of a family meal and gives a few shout outs to, not only mentors she has had, but also to other women on her teams that are and will continue to do great things. Learn more about an...
2024-06-0820 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersMeagan Nelson: Here for The NerdsMeagan is a self proclaimed data nerd and she loves how the data is used in the independent grocery industry, and how it can and will be used in the future.In this interview, Meagan shares leadership lessons, the trends she expects and one of the best pieces of advice a previous manager gave her, "Other people's perceptions is reality."Tune into hear Vice President of Retail & Distributor Growth for SPINS discuss how her life has truly gone from Farm to Table!www.spins.comMeagan's LinkedinDid you love t...
2024-05-2520 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersKatie Hotze_Flexibility in The Workplace and its Impact on EmployeesIn an interview that spans the topics of time blocking, to employee satisfaction, to data and the user experience, to her greatest leadership learnings, Katie Hotze, the founder and CEO of Grocery Shopii shares valuable insight and tips for managers of people and leaders of organizations.She often gets asked, how do you do it all and she has a few answers that may surprise you OR encourage you to take the step too. Go ahead and block some time for this insightful interview.#westernMichigan#WGA#TWIG#Data#powerhousewomen...
2024-05-1126 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersSarah Heximer on The Endless and Exciting Possibilities of Grocery MarketingSarah Heximer is the Owner, Chief Visionary Officer of True Colors Strategy. She is the author of Finding Your True Colors & Manifesting Your Dreams and she shares with you her experience working in and with the grocery industry.You will see hear how marketing to Boomers and Millenials can sometimes look the same and how being great at marketing may mean you have to get comfortable with being a little creepy.This is an episode you don't want to miss.#FoodAsMedicinewww.truecolorsstrategy.comwww.linkedin.com/in/sarahheximerhttps://www.l...
2024-04-2920 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersJena Sowers: Discussing Mentorship and MotherhoodAfter more than 20 years at Kraft Foods, she became the CEO of Alliance Retail Group where she uses all the lessons she learned to be a great leader for different types of teams.Jena and Kristin discuss that leadership is not a one size fits all and they remind us that our professional life is a journey with multiple phases. There are times for grace and times to be direct and assertive. There are also times to ask for help. You will enjoy this conversation! https://www.linkedin.com/company/allianceretailgroup/www.linkedin.com...
2024-04-1333 minGrocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersGrocery From Her Seat Promotional by Greg FerraraYour host, Kristin Popp, President of WGA, will bring to light the inspiring stories, triumphs, and challenges of the women serving the industry of independent grocery.Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a young person considering the profession, a woman making your mark in the grocery industry, an industry vendor or simply intrigued by the stories of powerful women, "Grocery From Her Seat" will be a source of education and inspiration for you.Did you love the show - Text and tell us why.Sign up for women leadership opportunities in the independent grocery industry
2024-04-0100 min
CUTS - Der kritische Film-Podcast#198 - Was ist Theorie?mit Jens Bonnemann
In dieser Folge sprechen wir mal über Filmtheorie. Was ist das eigentlich und wie hat das angefangen, dass sich theoretisch mit Filmen beschäftigt wurde? Dazu hat Christian sich Jens Bonnemann eingeladen.
Er unterrichtet Bildtheorie und Phänomenologie an der Universität Jena und hat 2019 "Filmtheorie: Eine Einführung" bei Springer veröffentlicht. Im Buch schlägt er den großen Bogen von Hugo Münsterberg über Béla Balázs, Sergej Eisentein, Rudolf Arnheim, André Bazin, Siegfried Kracauer, Christian Metz, Gilles Deleuze, David Bordwell und Kristin Thompson zu Vivian Sobchak.
Wir fragen uns, w...
2024-03-3053 min
Grocery From Her Seat, Insights for Independent GrocersJenny Osner_ Building a Grocery Store From the Ground UPWhere do you even begin when your husband comes home and tells you it is time to open a grocery store? Jenny takes us on the journey of the entire extended family, when that happened to her.She has great words of wisdom, and shares how the logical brain and the creative teacher brain work so well together. You will enjoy Jenny's story and this podcast will have you wanting to visit Hired Man's Grocery & Grill, Inchiredmans.comhttps://www.facebook.com/hiredmansjennyDid you love the show - Text and te...
2024-03-3019 min
Unsolicited Book ReviewsEpisode 37 | I Love It but I Can't Tell You about ItIn this episode, our book-loving co-hosts aren’t sure if they can talk about books anymore as they discuss their thoughts on their last, current, and next reads. Make sure you have your Goodreads app open as they play a thrilling game of Buy, Borrow, Boot! Taking inspiration from the classic game "fuck, marry, kill,". Expect laughter, unexpected choices, and perhaps a few friendly jabs along the way. They decide which books to buy, borrow, or boot, so you don’t have to. It's a game of bookish matchmaking like no other! Join Scott and KP for a whirlwind of b...
2024-03-261h 00
Rudy Sessions Radio ShowRUDY SESSIONS #207 - PART FORANA ROCKS19 marzo 2024 - programa #207
RUDY SESSIONS RADIO SHOW
de 20.00-21.00h en Sputnik portal 105.4 FM o www.sputnikportal.com
HOY: PART FORANA ROCKS!
Repasamos algunos de los conciertos con bandas internacionales y locales que se avecinan en la Part Forana de Mallorca en el próximo futuro, como
The Whiffs (Kansas City, USA) + The T-Makers (Algaida) en Teatre LLoseta el dia 3 de mayo;
Kristin Hersh (Newport, USA) en el Teatre de Alaró el dia 13 de marzo y
Big Boss Man (Londres, UK) + The Big Break (Santa Maria) + Los Ritmos Salvajes (Palma) + DJ Frank Popp (Berlin/Sa Cabaneta) en Can LLiro, Manacor, el...
2024-03-191h 05