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Leveraging Performance Data to Elevate Your Presence at Trade Shows
Blog
To truly stand out and captivate the attention of potential buyers and partners at any event, it is crucial for CPG brands to leverage performance data and make it front and center.
Navigating the Hazards of Rapid Expansion: A Guide for Emerging CPG Brands
Blog
Explore the potential hazards of rapid expansion and how data-driven insights can assist these brands in making smart expansion decisions.
Building a Successful Retail Pitch: 4 Essential Data Points to Include When Pitching to Retailers
Blog
Retailers are evaluating brands closely as they restock their shelves. These are the 4 data points you need for a successful retail pitch.
Foundation for a Successful CPG Brand: Consumer Data, Competitive Intelligence, and the Right Tools to Scale
Blog
The foundation for a successful CPG brand begins by having an understanding of their consumers, competition, and having the right tools.
Increasing ROI From In-Store Promotions
Report
Learn how to optimize your promotional strategy and achieve greater ROI, from understanding how promotions can shift market share to practical tips for executing successful campaigns and measuring their effectiveness.
Retailer Pitch Essentials for New, Incumbent, and Mature Brands
Report
Discover essential strategies for pitching your brand effectively in the retail sector, tailored for new entrants and established players alike. Learn how to leverage data analytics, align with retailer goals, and craft compelling pitches to secure shelf space and drive sales growth. Gain insights into navigating retail relationships and optimizing product placement to achieve mutual success with retail buyers and category managers.
Picking the Perfect Retail Partner
VIDEO
Join SPINS experts Kaitlin Morgan and Joanie Merriman as they reveal essential considerations for emerging brands seeking new distribution avenues. Learn four key tips for cultivating successful partnerships and navigating the retail landscape. Gain expert guidance on selecting retail partners that align with your brand identity and uncover strategies for smart distribution in this competitive market.
How To Win With Data: Velocity
VIDEO
In this video, we discuss the importance of velocity as a reliable metric to measure a brand's sales growth. Unlike dollar percentage change, velocity is a measure that and can be easily understood and used at both the brand and item level.
How To Win with Data: Take Out the Competition
VIDEO
In this video, we explore the concept of contribution to growth and how it can be used to demonstrate your brand's impact on a category's success. By summing up all positive absolute dollars and calculating your brand's share, you can show your contribution to the category's growth as a percentage, which serves as a powerful measure of incrementally.
How To Win with Data: Showcase Category Growth
VIDEO
In this video, we explore the concept of contribution to growth and how it can be used to demonstrate your brand's impact on a category's success. By summing up all positive absolute dollars and calculating your brand's share, you can show your contribution to the category's growth as a percentage, which serves as a powerful measure of incrementality.
How To Win with Data: Regional Performance
VIDEO
Discover how to position regional success in your sell story. Highlight areas that have a higher chance of success to appeal to retailers and increase your probability of getting on the shelf.
How To Win with Data: Brand vs Category
VIDEO
In this video, we discuss brand versus category comparisons to show how your brand is performing compared to the category or subcategory it belongs to. Learn how to showcase your brand's growth and contribution to the category with a simple yet powerful analysis.
How To Win with Data: Opportunity Gaps
VIDEO
In this video, we introduce the concept of opportunity gaps in your sell story using indicator data. By identifying gaps in a retailer's product mix compared to similar stores, we can determine the potential profits and make a compelling sales pitch, using metrics such as share, attributes, or average item selling.
How To Win With Data: Seasonality
VIDEO
Learn the importance of seasonality and how analyzing trends and data can help emerging CPG brands. By analyzing sales data, companies can identify trends and patterns to inform product innovation and ensure they are offering the right products at the right time to maximize sales.
How To Win with Data: Product Positioning
VIDEO
Learn how to show retailers the growth potential of your product, even when the category is declining. Take a deep dive into the data with this quick example of how to use attributes to tell a compelling sell story.
Understanding Retail Standards
Report
This report teaches all about retailers' standards, why it's important to know what they are, how retailers like Whole Foods use Product Intelligence to ensure products on their shelves comply with their standards, and how brands can leverage these standards to make their pitch stand out.
Meet the Values-Oriented Shopper
Report
Our experts have analyzed current buying behaviors and key attributes impacting purchases to provide an understanding of the values of today's shopper. Read to find out more about buying trends and the values-oriented shopper.

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State of Industries: Deep Dive on Natural, Beverages and Supplements
Webinar
Join us as we recap the State of The Industries: Natural Products, Supplements, and Beverages. We’ll dive into how the industry is performing, what is driving it forward, what ingredients are trending, and what consumers are looking for. All of this and more was covered at Expo West during our sessions – but if you missed them, here’s your chance to catch up!
Expo West 2025: Key Trends and Takeaways
Blog
Expo West 2025 highlighted the latest in health and wellness, from modern kitchen innovations and clean functional beverages to redefined indulgence and kid-friendly products. Discover how enduring trends like protein, gut health, and global flavors are shaping the future of food—and what it means for your everyday choices.
Beyond the Booth: Using Data to Elevate Your Expo West Strategy
Webinar
Learn how to elevate your trade show strategy with data. Discover actionable tips for crafting compelling pitches, leveraging alternative data sources, and making meaningful connections with retailers, investors, and brokers. Perfect for emerging brands ready to stand out at Expo West and beyond!
A Retailers Guide to Natural Products Expo West 2025
Report
Discover the top trends and must-see brands at Natural Products Expo West 2025! Our guide features the latest in healthspan, sustainability, and functional ingredients, plus a convention center map and 100+ innovative exhibitors.
Expo West Prep Made Easy: Free Tools to Help Emerging CPG Brands
Blog
Preparing for Expo West? Discover free resources from SPINS to help emerging CPG brands stand out, identify the right buyers, and craft a compelling sell story. Learn how the Retailer Audit and SPINS Ignite can empower your brand with data-driven insights and actionable strategies for success.
2025 CPG Outlook: Industry Update & Trends Predictions
Report
Discover the top CPG trends shaping 2025, from natural industry growth and retail innovations to emerging functional ingredients and evolving consumer preferences. Download the report now for actionable insights into the future of the CPG market!
How to Get the Most out of Expo West
Blog
Learn how to craft a compelling sell story, make data-driven decisions, and leave a lasting impression on buyers at Expo West. Don't miss out on maximizing your visibility and connections at the year's biggest natural products event. Visit us at booths #411 and #N1803 or schedule a 1:1 meeting to elevate your Expo experience!
Trends That Shaped the CPG Industry in 2024: Newtopia, Brand Collabs, Mushrooms and More
Blog
Discover the power of brand collaborations and how they can take your business to the next level. Learn how to leverage partnerships for growth and success.
Trends That Shaped the CPG Industry in 2024: GLP-1 Strategy, Creatine & Hydration
Blog
Discover how GLP-1 revolutionized the CPG industry in 2024. Explore the impact of GLP-1 receptor agonists on weight management and consumer behavior.
Trends That Shaped the CPG Industry in 2024: Amazon’s New Policy, TikTok Shop and GLP-1s
Blog
Explore the transformative trends shaping the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry in 2024, including Amazon's policies, TikTok Shop's growth, and GLP-1 medications.
Trends That Shaped the CPG Industry in 2024: Having a Sustainable Growth Strategy
Blog
In a year marked by economic headwinds and shifting consumer behaviors, the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry demonstrated resilience by embracing core strengths and refining business fundamentals.
Trends That Shaped the CPG Industry in 2024: The Rise of AI, Content, and Consumer Discovery
Blog
Explore the transformation of consumer discovery in the CPG industry. From search engines to social media platforms, discover how consumers are finding and evaluating products.
Trends That Shaped the CPG Industry in 2024: Innovation in Private Label and Sustainability
Blog
Learn about the growth of private label brands in the CPG industry in 2024 and how they embraced cutting-edge innovation.
Executive Pulse Survey: 2025 Outlook
Blog
Explore SPINS' 2025 Executive Pulse Survey, revealing key insights from C-suite leaders in the natural products industry. Discover trends shaping innovation, investment priorities, and growth strategies, with a focus on consumer behavior, retail relationships, and disruptive forces like private label growth and shifting consumer preferences.
Food For Thought: Raising the Bar
Report
Explore the latest trends in wellness bars and functional snacking. Discover key insights on sales performance, innovation opportunities, and the growing demand for better-for-you bars. Stay ahead of the curve in the evolving snack landscape.
Verified Success: The Non-GMO Project’s Impact on Next Generation Retail
Webinar
Join SPINS and the Non-GMO Project for an insightful webinar on the impact of third-party certifications like the Butterfly label and USDA organic in reshaping the natural products industry. Learn how these certifications drive consumer trust and sales growth across grocery categories, explore real-world data on department performance, and gain valuable insights into consumer preferences.
Best Practices for CPG Pitch Slams
Report
Learn key strategies for crafting a winning CPG pitch in pitch slam competitions with expert insights from Benji Fitts, Director of Customer Education.
Revolutionizing Weight Management: The Impact of GLP-1 Drugs on The Natural Products Industry
Webinar
Explore the transformative impact of GLP-1 drugs on weight management and the natural products industry in this insightful webinar. Discover how these medications are reshaping obesity treatment and influencing categories like dietary supplements and functional foods.
What’s Attribution Got To Do With It?
Report
Discover how to navigate shifting shopper preferences and optimize your product assortment with 'What’s Attribution Got To Do With It?' This strategic guide reveals key insights into assortment dynamics, product life cycle stages, and effective use of sales data, empowering brands and retailers to enhance their shelf and product line strategies.
Food For Thought: The Rise of Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Report
Want to understand the booming non-alcoholic beverage market? This report explores the rise of mindful drinking, key consumer trends, and the fastest-growing Non-alcoholic categories, including RTD mocktails and euphorics. Discover the innovations and consumer insights shaping the future of drinks.
SPINS Client Spotlight: Pitaya Foods
VIDEO
Founder Chuck Casano shares how Pitaya Foods got its start. Jason Mosley, Senior Vice President, joins in with a perspective on how the brand accelerated retail sales presence and became a successful fast-growing brand. He shares how he looks at attributes to unpack consumer trends and inform new innovations.
SPINS Client Spotlight: Tasty Bite
VIDEO
Akanksha Srivastava Byrnes, and Doug Pearson, Senior Manager of Category and Insights, discuss the successful launch of Tasty Bite’s new line of simmer sauces. They emphasize how SPINS point-of-sale data, product attributes, and a Client Insight Manager helped Tasty Bite understand category opportunities, identify a winning product positioning strategy, and secure shelf space. Doug also shares best practices for implementing an insights-to-action routine.
SPINS Client Spotlight: Tony’s Chocolonely
VIDEO
Sydney Hamroff, Manager of Strategy and Insights, shares how SPINS point-of-sale data and product attributes enabled her and the Tony’s team to identify early signs of success for a new product launch, propelling them to a full-scale victory. Sydney also explains how SPINS data and solutions like PowerTabs provide the visibility and insights needed to plan future innovations.
SPINS Client Spotlight: SunButter
VIDEO
Lisa Shanower, Vice President, shares how SunButter used SPINS POS data to optimize retail performance, drive buyer conversations, and improve velocity. She explains how SPINS data informed the launch of SunButter Jammies and how SPINS attributes helped her identify the most resonant label claims to inform future innovations. SPINS AttLab is the first solution tailor-made for innovation and fueled with POS and product data. Learn more at www.spins.com/innovate.
Tactics for Effective In-Store Promotions
Webinar
Discover strategies to boost market share, measure success, and execute promotions effectively with real-life examples. Learn key tactics and best practices to enhance your promotional efforts.
Increasing ROI From In-Store Promotions
Report
Learn how to optimize your promotional strategy and achieve greater ROI, from understanding how promotions can shift market share to practical tips for executing successful campaigns and measuring their effectiveness.
Vitamins, Supplements, and Sports Nutrition: Key Trends Shaping 2024
Blog
Discover how shifting consumer preferences, advancements in health and wellness, and social media influence the market for vitamins, supplements, sports nutrition, and functional beverages. Stay ahead with insights into product innovation, personalization, and sustainability in the evolving health landscape.
Food For Thought: The Diversification of Hydration
Report
Explore the evolving hydration market in this report, uncovering how innovation is driving growth beyond traditional water. Learn about sugar's role, emerging flavors, and the latest hydration formats like tablets and gummies.
Sustainable Grains: Transforming Food and Beverage Innovation
Webinar
Explore the expanding role of grains in modern diets beyond traditional staples like wheat and rice. With sustainable grains emerging as a $41M sector and growing consumer demand for eco-friendly products, discover their evolution, market performance, and potential across various categories as enhanced ingredients in this insightful webinar.
Master Amazon SEO: Optimize Your Listings for Maximum Sales
Blog
Unlock the secrets to Amazon SEO with our comprehensive guide. Learn how to optimize your product listings, enhance keyword rankings, and convert browsers into loyal customers. Increase your visibility and drive sales on the world's largest online marketplace.
Enhance Amazon A+ Content with Lifestyle Images
Blog
Discover how to enhance your Amazon A+ content with lifestyle images to captivate consumers and boost sales. Learn how real-life contexts, emotional connections, and high-quality visuals can build trust, tell your brand’s story, and improve visibility. Explore practical tips for leveraging lifestyle imagery to stand out in a crowded marketplace.
Food For Thought: The Evolution of Diets
Report
Explore the latest trends in dietary preferences with our July 2024 report, "Food For Thought: The Evolution of Diets." This comprehensive analysis reveals how consumer demands for personalized nutrition, clean ingredients, and sustainable practices are shaping the CPG industry. Discover key insights into the rise of plant-based diets, high-protein products, and the shift from fad diets to tailored wellness solutions.
Amazon Vendor Central and Seller Central: Differences and Benefits of each Platform
Blog
Discover the key differences between Amazon Vendor Central and Seller Central. Learn how each platform can benefit your brand, from direct control and flexibility to streamlined operations and expert support. Choose the best path to boost your e-commerce success on Amazon.
Guide to MAP Enforcement and Managing Third-Party Sellers
Blog
Ensure your brand’s integrity with a robust Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) policy. Learn what MAP is, why MAP enforcement matters, and discover essential strategies for developing and maintaining a clear MAP policy, effective communication with partners, monitoring prices, and enforcing consequences to safeguard your brand’s reputation.
[VMS Insights] The Path To Performance
Blog
Learn how fitness culture has transformed and how sophisticated supplement routines enhance performance and recovery. Gain insights into the emerging trends and the critical role of consistency in wellness. Explore the future of performance nutrition in detail.
Summer Fancy Food Show 2024: 12 Trends to Know
Blog
Discover the latest culinary trends from the Summer Fancy Food Show 2024, featuring innovations like hot honey sauces, kosher certified products, and nutritious ready-to-eat meals. Dive into the rise of snacking vegetables, the expansion of restaurants into retail, and the popularity of mochi.
Conquering the Colossus: How Brands Can Thrive on Amazon
Blog
Discover essential strategies for brands to thrive on Amazon with SPINS as a Channel Partner. From product selection and pricing tactics to optimizing listings and leveraging Amazon tools, learn how to navigate challenges and maximize profitability in the competitive eCommerce landscape.
Confectionery Trends and the State of the Industry
Blog
Explore the evolving landscape of the confectionery industry in 2024. Discover current trends, growth drivers, and future opportunities in chocolates, non-chocolates, gums & mints, and more. Dive into market insights and consumer shifts shaping the sweet treats sector. Read now for in-depth analysis and strategic insights from SPINS.
Optimizing Full-Funnel Ad Strategy: Diversifying Amazon Ads
Blog
Discover how to optimize Amazon advertising with a full-funnel strategy. Learn to leverage diverse ad formats for maximum engagement and ROI across all stages of the customer journey.
Retailer Pitch Essentials for New, Incumbent, and Mature Brands
Report
Discover essential strategies for pitching your brand effectively in the retail sector, tailored for new entrants and established players alike. Learn how to leverage data analytics, align with retailer goals, and craft compelling pitches to secure shelf space and drive sales growth. Gain insights into navigating retail relationships and optimizing product placement to achieve mutual success with retail buyers and category managers.
Mastering Amazon Promotions: Strategies & Types for Sales Growth
Blog
Discover effective strategies and types of Amazon promotions to boost sales and visibility in the competitive digital marketplace. Learn about Amazon Coupons, Strikethrough Promotions, Prime Exclusive Discounts, and more.
Amazon Tentpole Events: Five Focus Days to Crush Sales Goals
Blog
Discover how to leverage Amazon tentpole events like Prime Day and Black Friday to boost sales and brand visibility. Learn strategic tips for inventory management, customer acquisition, and targeted advertising to maximize your success on Amazon during high-volume shopping days.
Why Retail POS Data is Crucial for Emerging CPG Brands
Blog
Discover why retail POS data is critical for emerging CPG brands looking to succeed in competitive retail markets. Learn how SPINS Ignite provides free insights to enhance product performance and retailer pitches. Start leveraging retail data today!
Navigating CPG Disruption in 2024
Webinar
Join our webinar on navigating CPG disruption. Learn about the latest trends, sustainability's impact, and the rise of international flavors. Discover how to leverage these changes for business growth and stay ahead of the competition. Don't miss insights from industry experts!
A Recipe for Success: Nielsen-Massey Vanillas and SPINS’ Data-Driven Retail Triumph
Blog
Discover how Nielsen-Massey Vanillas, a century-old premium vanilla brand, achieved unprecedented growth and became the #1 growing vanilla brand of 2023 with SPINS. Learn about their data-driven strategies for increasing distribution and driving sales.
CPG Disruption in 2024
Report
Discover how CPG brands are disrupting the market by claiming significant market share from traditional leaders with unique value propositions. As "better-for-you" becomes the norm, explore new trends in sustainability and international flavors driving category evolution in 2024.
SPINS Product Intelligence Attribute Spotlight: Controlled Environment Agriculture
Blog
This SPINS Product Intelligence Attribute Spotlight, focusing on how Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is revolutionizing the produce department with vertical farming and advanced growing environments. Explore the rapid growth of CEA produce, boasting $1.8B in sales and outpacing conventional agriculture by over 5x.
Sweets and Snacks Expo 2024: 10 Trends to Know
Blog
Discover the top 10 trends from the 2024 Sweets & Snacks Expo! Explore innovative products like freeze-dried candy, energy bars, and spicy snacks, and see how legacy brands are reinventing classics.
Perspective on Confectionery
VIDEO
Dive into the sweet world of confectionery with Alice Mintz, Director, Solutions Architect, and Joseph Overall, Solutions Architect, as they unravel intriguing insights and trends shaping the candy landscape. In this captivating discussion, they dissect the evolving candy space, exploring growth patterns, consumer preferences, and emerging opportunities for brands.
[VMS Insights] The Top Trending “Holy Grail” Supplements
Blog
Uncover the latest "holy grail" wellness products in our blog. From magnesium to mushrooms, explore what sets these supplements apart and where the industry is headed next. Join us as we navigate the evolving landscape of dietary supplements, empowering you to prioritize your health.
A Thirst for Change: Beverage Innovations
Blog
From gut-friendly sodas to viral smoothies, dive into the dynamic changes reshaping the drinks market in 2024. Discover how consumer demand for wellness, sustainability, and unique flavors is driving the rise of functional beverages, non-alcoholic drinks, and premium ready-to-drink cocktails.
Food For Thought: Sustainable Packaging
Report
This report delves into the gap between consumers' sustainability goals and their actual shopping habits, focusing on the role of packaging. Explore the barriers to sustainable shopping, subcategories reducing plastic, and innovative approaches to eco-friendly packaging. Read on for insights and trends that are reshaping grocery packaging.
Mastering Sales Velocity: How to choose the right calculation for CPG brands
Report
Uncover the 8 ways to calculate Velocity, one of the most important sales metrics for retail success. Get insights from the SPINS Ignite guide, "Mastering Sales Velocity," to optimize your reporting for retailer discussions.
What’s Shaping the Supplement Industry?
Blog
Discover key trends in the VMS industry, from double-digit growth in protein to new focus on women's health. Explore emerging trends discussed at this year's Expo West 2024. Stay updated on the evolving supplement landscape and what it means for wellness and health-focused consumers.
Perspective on Condiments, Dressing & Marinades
VIDEO
Join Alice Mintz, Solutions Architect Director, as she explains the state of the sauce category and where we expect innovation to continue transforming the landscape.
Exploring Today’s Natural Beauty Trends and Consumer Values
Blog
Discover the latest trends in natural beauty, from evolving consumer values to innovative products. Learn how the shift towards health-focused, sustainable, and globally-inspired beauty is transforming the industry.
The State of Natural and Organic: 4 Macrotrends to Know
Blog
Uncover the growth and trends in the natural products industry with our blog on The State of Natural. From its remarkable tripling in size since 2007 to emerging consumer mindsets, explore why this sector isn't just growing—it's shaping the future of consumer culture.
Expo West 2024: Insights into Innovations & Hot Picks
Blog
Uncover Expo West 2024's top trends and favorites! Explore sustainability, women's health, functional ingredients, and beverage innovations. Gain valuable tips for your first Expo West experience.
Expo West 2024: Trends + Treasures Post Show Webinar
VIDEO
As we wrap up Expo West 2024, our team of industry experts from SPINS, Mattson, and Moxie Sozo unpack their observations discovered on the show floor. Dive into insights into the industry's promising developments in innovation, sales, and design concepts shaping the future of the industry. 
The State of Natural and Organic
VIDEO
Watch the Expo West 2024 Keynote presentation highlighting the unwavering growth and resilience of the U.S. natural & organic industry. Dive into evolving consumer patterns, the convergence of growth and profit, and the transformative shift influenced by Gen Z.
Expo West 2024 Recap: 9 Trends to Watch
Blog
Discover the latest trends shaping the natural products landscape with our Expo West 2024 Recap. Dive into 9 key takeaways from the event, including insights on brand collaborations, the rise of women's health products, and the growing influence of Gen Z consumers
The SPINS Guide to Expo West 2024
Report
Our Expo West 2024 show guide unveils top trends and showcases nearly 100 innovative brands aligning with these industry shifts. Navigate the show floors with insights on Expo West's layout and key trend highlights.
Master Your Retailer Sell Story for Expo West with Naturally Network & Fresh Thyme
VIDEO
Unlock the secrets to crafting a compelling retailer sell story for Natural Products Expo West and beyond in this insightful webinar. Join Fresh Thyme's VP of Center Store, Jonathan Lawrence, and SPINS' Director of Growth Strategy, Benji Fitts, to learn how to become a preferred brand partner and leverage data-driven strategies to stand out in the competitive market landscape. Don't miss out on essential insights to captivate retailers like Fresh Thyme.
How To Win With Data: Building Effective Product Groups with SPINS Attributes
VIDEO
Learn how to quickly refine SKUs for specific product groups, such as organic chocolate bars, by using SPINS Attributes. Master the art of building effective product groups with SPINS Attributes to enhance your promotional analysis.
How To Win With Data: Maximizing Promotion Impact
VIDEO
Unlock the secrets to maximizing promotion impact! Learn how to be intentional with your promotions, choose the right promo type, and understand key metrics for success.
The Power of Product Collaborations: A Smart Path to Disruption
Webinar
Discover the secrets of successful brand partnerships in our engaging webinar led by industry experts. Learn collaboration strategies, measuring success, logistical challenges, and consumer feedback directly from seasoned professionals. Propel your brand forward through strategic collaborations.
[VMS Insights] New Year’s Resolutions: All Talk or Data-Backed?
Blog
Explore the data-backed insights into Americans' New Year's resolutions for 2024. Discover if these aspirations hold firm throughout the year and gain valuable insights from SPINS' Best Practice Team.
SPINS Product Intelligence Attribute Spotlight: Prebiotic Fibers
Blog
Unlock the secrets of prebiotic fibers for gut health! Learn what makes prebiotics unique, their uses beyond supplements, and why they're a booming 12 billion-dollar industry. With 40% of Americans facing digestive issues, explore high-growth areas like alternative sweeteners, yogurt, and protein drinks.
2024 CPG Trends: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Report
SPINS experts dive into point-of-sale data, social trends, and cultural news to predict the trends we’ll be seeing in the CPG industry in the coming year.
Food For Thought: Natural Industry Insights
Report
Our research shows that across age groups, more natural products are being consumed and functional ingredients and benefits are becoming more and more popular in food made for infants, toddlers, children and teenagers. Learn all about the changing landscape of teen, kids and baby food in our latest report.
SPINS and Green Spoon Sales Expand Their Partnership
Blog
Discover the benefits of partnering with a natural-focused broker through the successful collaboration between SPINS and Green Spoon Sales. Join Brandon Casteel and Ben Skeen as they highlight the shared mission and industry impact, shedding light on the valuable role brokers play for brands and retailers in the CPG space.

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Get on Shelf: How Data Elevates a Sell Story
Blog
Getting on your first shelf is hard. A data backed sell story can help boost success by creating a compelling narrative.
Best Practices for CPG Pitch Slams
Report
Learn key strategies for crafting a winning CPG pitch in pitch slam competitions with expert insights from Benji Fitts, Director of Customer Education.
Navigating the Hazards of Rapid Expansion: A Guide for Emerging CPG Brands
Blog
Explore the potential hazards of rapid expansion and how data-driven insights can assist these brands in making smart expansion decisions.
Building a Successful Retail Pitch: 4 Essential Data Points to Include When Pitching to Retailers
Blog
Retailers are evaluating brands closely as they restock their shelves. These are the 4 data points you need for a successful retail pitch.
Foundation for a Successful CPG Brand: Consumer Data, Competitive Intelligence, and the Right Tools to Scale
Blog
The foundation for a successful CPG brand begins by having an understanding of their consumers, competition, and having the right tools.
How to Identify Emerging Innovation and Get It On Shelves
Blog
Discover how to identify emerging innovation in the CPG industry and get your products on shelves. Learn about the role of emerging knowledge, the challenges of retail pitching, and how data-driven insights can help you prove your product's potential for growth. Stay competitive and capture the attention of retailers with SPINS' expert insights and strategies.
Retailer Pitch Essentials for New, Incumbent, and Mature Brands
Report
Discover essential strategies for pitching your brand effectively in the retail sector, tailored for new entrants and established players alike. Learn how to leverage data analytics, align with retailer goals, and craft compelling pitches to secure shelf space and drive sales growth. Gain insights into navigating retail relationships and optimizing product placement to achieve mutual success with retail buyers and category managers.
Master Your Retailer Sell Story for Expo West with Naturally Network & Fresh Thyme
VIDEO
Unlock the secrets to crafting a compelling retailer sell story for Natural Products Expo West and beyond in this insightful webinar. Join Fresh Thyme's VP of Center Store, Jonathan Lawrence, and SPINS' Director of Growth Strategy, Benji Fitts, to learn how to become a preferred brand partner and leverage data-driven strategies to stand out in the competitive market landscape. Don't miss out on essential insights to captivate retailers like Fresh Thyme.
Understanding Retail Standards
Report
This report teaches all about retailers' standards, why it's important to know what they are, how retailers like Whole Foods use Product Intelligence to ensure products on their shelves comply with their standards, and how brands can leverage these standards to make their pitch stand out.
How to Win with Data
Webinar
Explore the sell story fundamentals and how to position your products in sell stories and pitch decks.

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4 Tips to Help Brands Grow and Earn Loyalty
Blog
At Expo West 2023, a panel of industry leaders shared insights on how brands can achieve long-term growth and earn customer loyalty by finding the right balance between instinct, expertise, and data. Read more to gain valuable insights from leading retailers and innovative brands.
Data Proficiency: 5 Data Best Practices Used by Successful Brands
Blog
Successful brands know the power of data. Check out these 5 data proficiency best practices they rely on to and see how you compare.
Three Metrics to Track on Amazon for Amplifying Sales 
Blog
Amazon is now an integral part of many CPG businesses given the sheer amount of money that consumers spend on the website.
Tactics for Effective In-Store Promotions
Webinar
Discover strategies to boost market share, measure success, and execute promotions effectively with real-life examples. Learn key tactics and best practices to enhance your promotional efforts.
Increasing ROI From In-Store Promotions
Report
Learn how to optimize your promotional strategy and achieve greater ROI, from understanding how promotions can shift market share to practical tips for executing successful campaigns and measuring their effectiveness.
Mastering Sales Velocity: How to choose the right calculation for CPG brands
Report
Uncover the 8 ways to calculate Velocity, one of the most important sales metrics for retail success. Get insights from the SPINS Ignite guide, "Mastering Sales Velocity," to optimize your reporting for retailer discussions.
Winning in Supernatural: Working with Supernatural Retailers
VIDEO
Learn how to navigate Whole Foods Market and Sprouts with essential tips on researching, aligning your business, and effective product submissions. Gain insights into building robust sales strategies and maximizing your brand's presence in the supernatural retail landscape.
How To Win With Data: Building Effective Product Groups with SPINS Attributes
VIDEO
Learn how to quickly refine SKUs for specific product groups, such as organic chocolate bars, by using SPINS Attributes. Master the art of building effective product groups with SPINS Attributes to enhance your promotional analysis.
How To Win With Data: Maximizing Promotion Impact
VIDEO
Unlock the secrets to maximizing promotion impact! Learn how to be intentional with your promotions, choose the right promo type, and understand key metrics for success.
CPG Innovation: 4 Types of Innovation and Why They Matter
Blog
Discover the world of CPG innovation driven by values-oriented consumers. Explore the four primary types of innovation and learn why they matter in today's dynamic market. Stay ahead of the curve with insights from SPINS on understanding and adapting to the ever-evolving landscape of consumer-driven innovation.
Optimizing Promotions for ROI and Growth
Webinar
Join Benji Fitts, Director of Client Insights, and his team as they share tips and strategies to optimize promotional spending and increase efficiency with focus on the importance of intentionality, choosing the right promotion types, understanding key performance metrics, building effective product groups, and organizing data effectively.
Grading In-Store Sales Agent Performance: How to Use Store Level Data to Measure Your Sales Team’s Effectiveness
Blog
No matter what kind of in-store sales agent you use, SLD helps you get a clear picture of how successfully they are working on your behalf.
Prepare for Product Launch: 4 Ways Store Level Data Helps You Launch New Products Successfully
Blog
We take a closer look at ways Store Level Data helps gauge the success of your new product launch.
How to Enter New Markets and Improve Product Development With Store Level Data
Blog
Know which geographies have the highest distribution and what are the patterns that distinguish the geographies when you enter new markets.

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