10/6/22 Quick Bites: Category Review Trends and Retail Insights with Top Buyers
OVERVIEW
Hear from category buyers at leading Bay Area retailers about how their review processes, timing, and criteria are continuing to evolve in this “new normal”. We discussed the trends they’re seeing, preferred marketing support tactics, and how to set yourself up for success. We also learned the trends they are excited about and got some tips on selling through brokers, and more!
PANELISTS
Jen Berliner, Naturally Bay Area Board Member and CEO of Moonshot Snacks, kicked off the conversation with our featured guests
- Thuy Nguyen, Category Manager, Thrive Market
- Hugh Rosen, Grocery Director, Gus’s Community Market
- Miriam Welch, National Category Director – Breakfast & Nutrition, Albertsons
- Patrick Wyman, Local Forager, Whole Foods