Amanda Baltazar is a veteran of business journalism, and has written about food, beverages and their intersection with business since the beginning of her career. Her work has appeared in trade publications including Winsight Grocery Business, Supermarket News, CSP magazine, Specialty Food Magazine, Drug Store News, FoodService Director and many restaurant publications. Amanda follows trends with a keen eye, both in the U.S., and internationally, with a particular penchant for her mother country of the U.K. In fact, she flees to British shores every year just to see what’s happening and to have a decent cup of tea. You can find out more about Amanda on her website www.chaterink.com.
Loyalty Programs: Personalization Is the Key To Keeping Shoppers Interested
As shoppers look for the lowest prices and are ready to shop at different stores, loyalty programs are becoming key to retaining consumers.
Non-alcoholic Drinks Are Coming Into Their Own
Looking for something non-alcoholic, yet upscale and elegant? You're not alone. Learn more about the booming demand for non-alcoholic drinks.
CPG Gets by With a Little Kelp From Its Friends
This superfood is gaining recognition from consumers. Learn more about kelp's success in retail stores like Whole Foods and Sprouts.
Living Low-Carbon Lives Proves to Be Priority For Retailers
Learn how retailers are assisting customers in living more sustainable lives while also cutting their stores’ carbon footprints.
Cheers! Vegans Can Enjoy a Tipple With New Plant-Based Alcoholic Beverages
Growing awareness about animal products in drinks fuels reformulations and increases plant-based alcoholic beverage options for vegans.
How Retailers’ Diversity Pledges Are Supporting Black-Owned Businesses
Learn what these U.K. and U.S. retailers are doing for their employees, customers, and communities during Black History Month and beyond.
Cupid’s Arrow Shoots for Improved Valentine’s Day Sales This Season
Valentine’s Day is about expressing love, friendship, and gratitude, making it a day for consumers to shop for others and even themselves.
The Men’s Beauty Care Market is Groomed for a Successful Future
Male consumers are starting to buy more beauty products. See how this increased interest in how they look and feel is shifting the market.
Best Social Media Practices for Retailers in the U.K.
Learn why social media is a great place to tell your brand story, in order to build brand credibility and increase brand awareness worldwide.
General Merchandise Does Well With Consumers Adopting New Habits
Electronics, homeware, workout gear, and pet toys all have seen surges as consumers gained new interests and hobbies throughout the pandemic.