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The NCG Advocacy Advisory Committee

NCG acts as an advocacy voice for food co-op issues on a national level. The Advocacy Advisory Committee (AAC) serves as a resource for input and feedback on NCG’s advocacy guidelines.

The One and Only Promotions Liaison

Because there are a lot of moving parts to Co+op Deals, NCG requires in the participation agreement that each co-op select one and only one person to be the promotions liaison.

Are You a Co+op Deals Expert?

Co+op Deals is NCG’s centerpiece promotional program. Find out how our coordinated marketing and promotional resources can help you make the most of Co+op Deals storewide.

Spring Flings and Other Fun Things

May is great. Not only is the weather mild and glorious pretty much across the country, there are holidays or celebrations nearly every week. That means party food! With so many promotional opportunities this month, plan early to maximize May sales. Use the Q2 Promo Playbook to build end caps and displays based on SPINS

Three Cheers for the Green Team

Staff at co-ops often ask, “If we can’t commit to a full-blown sustainability program like Co+efficient right now, what can we do to get started?” A great way to energize your sustainability program at any stage is to launch a green team.

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