Communications

A few weeks ago, the Jewel-Osco Retail RDs coordinated their first comprehensive merchandising program. I recently caught up with Molly Bray and Melissa O’Brien to discuss program components and hear about what they learned along the way.

Seventy-five percent of health care claims costs are related to an individual’s lifestyle choices. For this reason, corporations have a financial interest in helping to keep their associates healthy. Retail RDs can play a valuable role in establishing a wellness program that helps to maintain a healthier workforce while delivering a positive return on investment.


Have you ever noticed that some people are more effective at converting their ideas into approved projects? Researchers have found that those with the most successful persuasive power are working on a subconscious level to connect deeply with a few simple human motivations. You can cultivate this.

Video is a great way for retail dietitians to deliver recipe and meal solutions to customers while taking their professional visibility to the next level.  Here are some tangible tips to help you get started.

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After beginning the process of sifting through FDA’s 395-page menu labeling final rule, industry groups say they are still unclear about what food items are covered, and they worry about the cost and speed of compliance.

Supermarket News profiles the philanthropic efforts of its 2014 Community Service Award winner, Delhaize America, which it's recognized for committing to donating 500 million meals to the hungry and food insecure by 2020, and for supporting Hannaford Bros.’ Healthy Living Center. 

Phil is one of the most sought after speakers in the food, retail, and consumer world! Find out how Phil prepares for speeches and how you can become a better, more confident public speaker.

Instagram is the fastest growing social media platform in the world — and yet the majority of supermarkets aren’t on it. Is Instagram something you as the retail dietitian should consider for your store?

How do you make better-for-you foods irresistible? It's one of the biggest challenges we face in the competitive food retail environment. RDBA Executive Director, Annette Maggi, offers tips from a marketer's playbook.