ECRM Blog

Buyer participation up 20 percent over in-person prgrams

Breads of the World Sensory Play Stones and Scholastic News Sticky Situation Cards were chosen as the winning products.

Co-Founder Natasha Fagri shares the steps she takes to have a successful ECRM Connect experience

The companies together have facilitated the product discovery efforts behind several retailers’ diversity initiatives.

Progressive Grocer Editorial Director Mike Troy provides an overview of the industry for international brands

The pandemic provided a surge in demand for toys, games, puzzles and the like

Buyers cast their vote on their favorite product based on innovation and product packaging

Find out the 5 key takeaways from RangeMe’s webinar with industry buyers and CPG experts about certifications.

The year 2020 accelerated consumer interest in wellness, diversity and transparency

The products were selected by buyers from dozens of entries submitted by participating suppliers.

Insights from interviews with more than a dozen buyers during ECRM’s Convenience Program

Italian beverage brand Galvanina shares insights from its success with U.S. retailers

The event brought together high-profile presenters to discuss some of the challenges in the educational ecosystem.

Managing Director Bethany Gomez discusses how the CBD retail landscape has changed

Pop-ups are a great way to collaborate with retailers and other venues to extend your brand’s reach

Product Sustainability Manager John Laughead discusses the retailer’s recent sustainability initiatives

Qualifying French suppliers and provide them with access to ECRM Programs at a discounted rate

NB Naturals is a participant of ECRM's Everyday and Holiday Cosmetics, Skin, Fragrance & Bath Virtual Session

Tips on attracting new CBD customers at mass retail

E-commerce sales figures understate the important role of physical stores

Both Buyers Choice Award winners from ECRM's recent PPE Program have developed innovative products that are essential to

Food Biz Wiz Alli Ball on how brands can set realistic and achievable goals

Younger generations evaluate a product's formulation and its broader premise

The front of the store has become an extension of ecommerce for many retailers

Two of the four brands in Yesway’s expanded CBD beverage assortment came from an ECRM session