The CPG Guys: 2025 Review and 2026 Predictions
With NielsenIQ’s Sherry Frey, Anna Mayo, Chris Costagli & Andrea Binder.
Supplier News
RXBAR goes beyond the bar with new Protein Energy Bites
A craveable, bite-sized innovation delivering protein, fiber, and fueling energy — now available nationwide.
RILA to present retail priorities in USMCA joint review testimony
Sung Chang, RILA’s vice president of international trade, will present the retail industry’s view on how a strong USMCA supports economic growth.
NACDS welcomes Jermaine Smith as vice president of state advocacy
Veteran pharmacy leader brings decades of experience to scale state-level advocacy.
Pricer strengthens market position in the U.S. grocery sector
The deal makes Pricer the preferred provider of solutions for electronic shelf labels for Merchants Distributors, a leading wholesale grocery store distributor in the United States
The CPG Guys: TikTok’s Mike Westgate
He is the Vertical Director of Enterprise Food, Beverage & Alcohol Advertising at TikTok.
Keurig Dr Pepper names Anthony DiSilvestro as CFO
“He will play a crucial role in sustaining our Company’s strong base business momentum.”
Gum and mints sales to reach $1 billion by 2030
Generational shifts are transforming sub-categories, with Millennials and Gen Z consumers driving nearly all gum and mint growth.
The CPG Guys: Kellanova’s Mike McCune & Maggie Gilliam Hoy
Data, analytics, and evolving shopper behavior toward a more streamlined omnichannel approach.
Natural Grocers adds crunch with three new non-GMO pickle and relish styles
The new items join the retailer’s Natural Grocers Brand Products, known for high quality and value-driven prices.
The CPG Guys: Supergut’s Tracey Halama
Supergut produces clinically validated solutions that transform your life through your gut microbiome.
Nature's Garden Clusters: Granola just got an upgrade
These hand-sized chunks from nuts, seeds, oats, and healthy ingredients are meant to be eaten directly from the bag — no bowls, milk, or yogurt needed.
The CPG Guys: Walmart Data Ventures’ Mark Hardy
Hardy is the VP of Data Ventures at Walmart, responsible for building a commercial data business through innovation and partnerships.
ShopLiftr offers the playbook for activation, agility, and proof
The company is fusing live trade-promotion data with programmatic media to bridge story and sale across grocery, convenience, and pharmacy.
CRN moves ahead after court refuses to halt NY supplement sales law
CRN emphasized that the ruling does not address the merits of its First Amendment claims.
KIND launches new campaign for World Kindness Day
KIND believes that even the smallest act of kindness can create meaningful change because kindness begins with how we treat ourselves.