All Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) articles – Page 2
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Comment & OpinionSupermarkets must heed the online needs of over-65s
Older customers face many accessibility issues when it comes to shopping online, says Jonathan Hassell, CEO at Hassell Inclusion
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NewsMorrisons extends quieter hour initiative to weekdays
The move, which coincides with this week’s World Autism Acceptance Week, will involve stores operating lower levels of lighting and turning off music
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Comment & OpinionWhy class remains a dirty word in fmcg
Despite many in fmcg voicing their support for founders from less privileged backgrounds, it still feels risky to delve into the details of disparity
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Analysis & FeaturesWhere are the working-class startups?
The startup scene is still a world of privilege, as working-class entrepreneurs struggle with a lack of funding – and often a lack of confidence, too. How can the industry break the taboo?
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NewsDozens of women-led brands in the spotlight at Whole Foods Market
Deliciously Ella, Little Moons, and Neom are amoung 55 women-led brands highlighted by Whole Foods Market
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Analysis & FeaturesLyle’s lion and Ricky Gervais in the bath: this week in grocery on social media
Unpack the memes and puns of the week on social media across fmcg
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Comment & OpinionLyle’s Golden Syrup rebrand – justified or cultural vandalism?
Lyle’s Golden Syrup logo rebrand has sparked controversy
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Big InterviewsSported CEO Sarah Kaye on hidden value of grassroots sports sponsorship
Sported CEO Sarah Kaye wants to connect more brands with ‘sport for good’ campaigns, promising to deliver meaningful – even ‘magical’ – results
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Comment & OpinionHow businesses can embrace neurodiverse shoppers and staff
We must meet consumers where they are and support retailers to do the same, says Paul Graham, Britvic MD
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Analysis & FeaturesMeet the top 10 women making an impact in own label
A competitive own-label range is becoming ever more crucial to the success of the supermarkets – and women are playing an ever greater role. We meet the big hitters
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Big InterviewsMinette Batters on ‘rebooting’ as she steps down as NFU president
Batters reflects on six years dealing with Covid, politicians and climate
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Analysis & FeaturesUK Food & Drink Shows 2024: panels and presentations not to miss
The sessions set to inspire and educate independent food and drink retailers and suppliers
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NewsLactalis UK & Ireland appoints new group supply chain director
Nicole Kurz’s promotion further enhances the company’s female leadership team to four women, holding nine of the board level director positions
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Promotional FeaturesHow to elevate your checkout experience
In an era where self-checkout is the retail norm, discover the keys to meeting shopper needs and creating a frictionless retail experience.
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Analysis & FeaturesHow The Black Farmer is creating a ‘black Selfridges’ with its Brixton farm shop
Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones says his The Black Farmer Farmshop in London has been in such high demand he’s had to panic-order more stock
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NewsGrocery Girls group dissolves with YF taking on its membership
YF (formerly Young Foodies) will take on the Grocery Girls’ 3,000 members
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Analysis & FeaturesPower List: the black leaders blazing the trail in fmcg
Ethnic diversity is improving across fmcg boards – thanks in no small part to this inspirational lineup of black leaders in grocery, many of whom are determined to help others follow suit
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Comment & OpinionWhy we must boost inclusivity for shoppers with sight loss
Nearly two million people in the UK are living with some form of sight loss, says Jim Shearer, marketing director for Aunt Bessie’s at Birds Eye
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Promotional FeaturesHow to track diversity and inclusion
With diversity and inclusion playing a big part in businesses, how can retailers and suppliers track the impact it’s having.
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NewsWeetabix plays up ‘home-grown’ wheat credentials with packaging refresh
The cereal giant has also launched a traceability website, allowing shoppers to find out more about its farms