Supermarket News Category Excellence Awards David Orgel, Editor-In-Chief
Pet Winner: Nestle Purina Petcare MARKETING/PROMOTIONS SUPPORT: Tailors retailer-specific cause marketing efforts. TYING INTO CONSUMER TRENDS: Sponsors food safety symposiums for retailers. STRENGTH OF BRAND AND ASSORTMENT: Brands like Beneful and Chef Michael’s play into anthropomorphism and health and wellness trends.
Baby Winner: Nestle Nutrition IN-STORE EXECUTION: Start Healthy, Stay Healthy planogram lifts sales 4% to 5%. TYING INTO CONSUMER TRENDS: Start Healthy, Stay Healthy Resource Center offers parents guidance. STRENGTH OF BRAND AND ASSORTMENT: New products take nutritional needs into account.