The document defines the social media opportunity for foodservice suppliers. It notes that while social media is a clear opportunity for consumer-facing businesses, the opportunity is more refined for suppliers and must be focused on specific audiences like chefs or independent restaurant owners. It discusses how suppliers can use social media to gain consumer insights and target communications to specific business-to-business groups. The document also provides guidance on empowering employees in social media while establishing clear guidelines.
JEGI & IAB Social Media Ecosystem ReportAmir Akhavan
JEGI is pleased to share with you the recently released Social Media Ecosystem Report, developed by Amir Akhavan, who covers Technology, Marketing Services, and Interactive at the firm, and supported by the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB). In the evolving world of technology, change is a constant state, wherein today’s news often becomes instant history. As such, this report is intended to do two things: first, to capture a moment in time, to bring its readers up to date on some of the latest developments, as brands become publishers, as advertisers seek ever more finite detail about their targets, and as users reinforce their role as kings of the hill; and second, to provide some observations about where the social ecosystem is likely to go. For more information, contact Amir Akhavan at amira@jegi.com or 212-754-0710.
The Customer-First Imperative: Five Steps for Applying Social Media to Genera...NM Incite
This white paper outlines 5 steps for applying social media insights to transform global marketing and brand strategies:
1. Measure your social performance relative to ‘expected’ outcomes
2. Link your segmentation approach to online discussions
3. Overinvest in data hygiene
4. Cast a wide net
5. Maintain measurement consistency across brands and markets
State of the Media: The Social Media Report 2012NM Incite
The “State of the Media: The Social Media Report 2012” jointly released by Nielsen and NM Incite, breaks down new data on how social media is impacting consumer behavior, advertising, marketing, social TV, mobile, social care and more.
JEGI & IAB Social Media Ecosystem ReportAmir Akhavan
JEGI is pleased to share with you the recently released Social Media Ecosystem Report, developed by Amir Akhavan, who covers Technology, Marketing Services, and Interactive at the firm, and supported by the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB). In the evolving world of technology, change is a constant state, wherein today’s news often becomes instant history. As such, this report is intended to do two things: first, to capture a moment in time, to bring its readers up to date on some of the latest developments, as brands become publishers, as advertisers seek ever more finite detail about their targets, and as users reinforce their role as kings of the hill; and second, to provide some observations about where the social ecosystem is likely to go. For more information, contact Amir Akhavan at amira@jegi.com or 212-754-0710.
The Customer-First Imperative: Five Steps for Applying Social Media to Genera...NM Incite
This white paper outlines 5 steps for applying social media insights to transform global marketing and brand strategies:
1. Measure your social performance relative to ‘expected’ outcomes
2. Link your segmentation approach to online discussions
3. Overinvest in data hygiene
4. Cast a wide net
5. Maintain measurement consistency across brands and markets
State of the Media: The Social Media Report 2012NM Incite
The “State of the Media: The Social Media Report 2012” jointly released by Nielsen and NM Incite, breaks down new data on how social media is impacting consumer behavior, advertising, marketing, social TV, mobile, social care and more.
What this means for businesses is the time to embrace social media channels to reach customers and
prospects is now. And while social media marketing and communications is no small task to undertake,
there are six objectives every company should consider to have at the core of their social activity.
By all indications, lacrosse is the most rapidly growing sport in America both in numbers
and geographical distribution. US Lacrosse welcomes the opportunity for more youngsters to
learn about the sport and embrace the benefits it has brought to so many lives. We want,
however, to manage growth in a way that will foster love of the game, sportsmanship, fitness,
and high skill level. Providing a fun, physically active experience will encourage a lifelong love
for exercise and the sport of lacrosse.
The Atlee Athletic Boosters is sponsoring a 5(k) Run/Walk to raise money for the care of a student athlete, Cole Sydnor. The event will take place on Saturday morning October 22nd at 8:00 am at the Atlee High School track located at 9194 Atlee Station Road in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Cole is a 16 year old at Atlee High School who became paralyzed from the chest down after diving into the James River this past August. Fortunately for Cole, his friends were with him and saved his life. He had surgery to remove his C5 and spent 11 days in the ICU at VCU Healthsystem. He was transferred to the Shepherd Rehabilitation Center in Atlanta Georgia to begin his rehabiliation.Cole is quite a special person, his friends, family, community and even strangers who hear his story are all coming together to to support him and the Sydnor family during this difficult time. The medical costs and expenses such as home modifications, travel and temporary housing for Cole's parents and brother, and a specially equipped automobile to transport Cole and his wheelchair are astronomical.It is also difficult for the family to be so far from their home here in Virginia while Cole is recovering in Georgia. We want to be able to provide them with a feeling of love, support and encouragement by conducting this benefit 5(k) race in honor of Cole.The student body of Atlee High School is also involved in planning this event and will be selling shirts that they have designed to help defray medical costs. They came up with the idea all on their own and are actively involved in volunteering their time and efforts to promoting this event and by selling the t-shirts. Online registration is available at:https://www.raceit.com/Register/?event=6740
Restaurant Trends 2014 by Restaurant BriefingMark Moreno
Hudson RieHle, Senior VP, Research & Knowledge Group, National Restaurant Association, predicts that the oPeRATinG enViRonMenT FoR ResTAuRAnTs in 2014 will continue on the same positive – but modest – growth path. “Overall, we’re certainly not looking at a rebound to prosperity, but things are headed in the right direction. Last year was the fourth consecutive year of growth for the restaurant industry, although modest. Moving into 2014, economic indicators such as real domestic product, real
disposable income, and employment growth remain positive.” Employment growth – which Hudson says shows signs of being somewhat higher in 2014 – is especially key for the industry because even a small uptick in employment translates into a greater ability for consumers to spend in restaurants.
The restaurant industry is at a crossroads: Consumers are changing in ways that are forcing restaurateurs to make important decisions about
the food and service they provide. The direction restaurants take may
very well decide their fate in the coming years.
What this means for businesses is the time to embrace social media channels to reach customers and
prospects is now. And while social media marketing and communications is no small task to undertake,
there are six objectives every company should consider to have at the core of their social activity.
By all indications, lacrosse is the most rapidly growing sport in America both in numbers
and geographical distribution. US Lacrosse welcomes the opportunity for more youngsters to
learn about the sport and embrace the benefits it has brought to so many lives. We want,
however, to manage growth in a way that will foster love of the game, sportsmanship, fitness,
and high skill level. Providing a fun, physically active experience will encourage a lifelong love
for exercise and the sport of lacrosse.
The Atlee Athletic Boosters is sponsoring a 5(k) Run/Walk to raise money for the care of a student athlete, Cole Sydnor. The event will take place on Saturday morning October 22nd at 8:00 am at the Atlee High School track located at 9194 Atlee Station Road in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Cole is a 16 year old at Atlee High School who became paralyzed from the chest down after diving into the James River this past August. Fortunately for Cole, his friends were with him and saved his life. He had surgery to remove his C5 and spent 11 days in the ICU at VCU Healthsystem. He was transferred to the Shepherd Rehabilitation Center in Atlanta Georgia to begin his rehabiliation.Cole is quite a special person, his friends, family, community and even strangers who hear his story are all coming together to to support him and the Sydnor family during this difficult time. The medical costs and expenses such as home modifications, travel and temporary housing for Cole's parents and brother, and a specially equipped automobile to transport Cole and his wheelchair are astronomical.It is also difficult for the family to be so far from their home here in Virginia while Cole is recovering in Georgia. We want to be able to provide them with a feeling of love, support and encouragement by conducting this benefit 5(k) race in honor of Cole.The student body of Atlee High School is also involved in planning this event and will be selling shirts that they have designed to help defray medical costs. They came up with the idea all on their own and are actively involved in volunteering their time and efforts to promoting this event and by selling the t-shirts. Online registration is available at:https://www.raceit.com/Register/?event=6740
Restaurant Trends 2014 by Restaurant BriefingMark Moreno
Hudson RieHle, Senior VP, Research & Knowledge Group, National Restaurant Association, predicts that the oPeRATinG enViRonMenT FoR ResTAuRAnTs in 2014 will continue on the same positive – but modest – growth path. “Overall, we’re certainly not looking at a rebound to prosperity, but things are headed in the right direction. Last year was the fourth consecutive year of growth for the restaurant industry, although modest. Moving into 2014, economic indicators such as real domestic product, real
disposable income, and employment growth remain positive.” Employment growth – which Hudson says shows signs of being somewhat higher in 2014 – is especially key for the industry because even a small uptick in employment translates into a greater ability for consumers to spend in restaurants.
The restaurant industry is at a crossroads: Consumers are changing in ways that are forcing restaurateurs to make important decisions about
the food and service they provide. The direction restaurants take may
very well decide their fate in the coming years.
Social media Marketing Presentation by vaibhavjainVaibhav Jain
This is a Social media Presentation made by me a few months ago with a few Basics inside the PPT. Hope it Helps you to Grow your business. the Images used here are From Search Engine's and i hereby do not Claim to be the owner of the same. This PPT is in the interest of People and the content is wholly Written by me(@followvaibhav).
Social Media and Publishers: A Business CaseSnapApp
This paper provides a 5 step process for magazine publishers in considering a social media strategy. Featuring interviews, insights and tips from editors at Time Inc, Hearst, Rodale, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Conde Nast and more.
Harvard Business Review - The New Conversation Taking Social Media from Talk ...Alex Gonçalves
Em Julho de 2010 a Harvard Business Review Analytic Services fez a pesquisa: "The New Conversation Taking Social Media from Talk to Action", onde entrevistou entrevistou 2.100 assinantes da revista Harvard Business Review.
A pesquisa obviamente é sobre mídias sociais e o comportamento do internauta.
São dados bastante relevantes. Espero que tenha um bom estudo!
Amp Agency - The Psychology of Social - February 2012Steven Duque
Once considered a fad, social media has become the epicenter of online experience. Many social media users express a profound connection to sites like Facebook and Twitter, while others prefer smartphone apps like foursquare. Understanding and exploring why social media has such strong behavioral and psychological connections with users can help marketers better identify strategies for outreach, interaction and content creation. In this report, AMP's Insights Lab has partnered with a team of psychologists and consumers to explore the behavioral and psychological philosophies that bond consumers to social media and then translate those principles into business strategies.
Increasingly, a variety of consumers – not just techies and young people – find social media compelling. In this white paper, we discuss the underlying reasons for this attraction and plot out best practices for engaging with consumers in this new marketing landscape.
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Understanding the Different Kinds of Beef in the MarketplaceMark Moreno
The U.S. beef industry offers products that appeal to potential
customers. It accomplishes this through fresh beef identified
by different USDA quality grades (Prime, Choice and Select),
company brands and production methods (conventional, natural,
grass-finished and organic).
The taste, texture, tenderness and other properties of products
carrying these designations can vary, and marketers may
capitalize on the attributes that objectively describe their
products and their production methods. That’s the nature
of marketing.
It is important, though, that proponents of these types of
production methods not misrepresent their beef or beef from
animals raised conventionally. To claim conventional beef
is inferior because it contains minute additional quantities
of certain chemicals (e.g., hormones or pesticides), when the
amounts are insignificant and proven safe by science is not
appropriate. To say that grass-finished beef is superior because
it contains minute additional quantities of certain chemicals
(e.g., conjugated linoleic acid or vitamin E) when it is not
reasonably possible to eat enough to improve personal health,
also is not appropriate.
The U.S. beef industry has a wide variety of types of beef from
which consumers can choose, all of which are safe, wholesome
and nutritious. Conventional, natural, grass-finished and organic
beef are defined by production and marketing distinctions, not
by nutritional or safety differences.
http://www.beefresearch.org/CMDocs/BeefResearch/Beef%20Choices.pdf
The Facts; Busting the Grass-fed Beef MythsMark Moreno
Marketing claims that grass-fed beef is healthier or
more eco-friendly are a myth. Grain-fed and grassfed
beef are defined by production, marketing and
taste distinctions, not by nutritional or environmental
differences. The No. 1 reason consumers purchase beef
is taste. Grain-fed beef, like the Certified Angus Beef ®
brand, delivers the superior taste consumers desire.
Memorandum Opinion Sysco US Foods Merger / AcquisitionMark Moreno
Americans eat outside of their homes with incredible frequency. The U.S. Department of Commerce, for instance, recently reported, for the first time since it began tracking such data, that Americans spent more money per month at restaurants and bars than in grocery stores. 1 Of course,
Americans eat out at many other places, too-sports arenas, school and workplace cafeterias, hotels and resorts, hospitals, and nursing homes, just to name a few. The foodservice distribution industry supplies food and related products to all of these locations. Foodservice distribution is
big business. In 2013, the market grew to $231 billion. By some estimates, there are over 16, 000 companies that compete in the foodservice distribution marketplace.
The two largest foodservice distribution companies in the country are Defendants Sysco
Corporation ("Sysco") and US Foods, Inc. ("USF"). Both are primarily "broadline" foodservice distributors. As the name implies, a broadline foodservice distributor sells and delivers a "broad" array of food and related products to just about anywhere food is consumed outside the home.
In 2013, Sysco's broadline sales were over 40 billion and USF's were over 20 billion.
Order Granting Preliminary Injunction Sysco US FoodsMark Moreno
After considering the extensive record in this matter
and the parties’ legal arguments, the court finds that the FTC has carried its burden of showing that a preliminary injunction of the proposed merger between Sysco and US Foods is in the public interest. The FTC has shown that there is a reasonable probability that the proposed merger will
substantially impair competition in the national customer and local broadline markets and that the equities weigh in favor of injunctive relief. The court’s reasoning is set forth in the accompanying Memorandum Opinion. Because the Memorandum Opinion likely contains “competitively sensitive information” of Defendants and third parties, Protective Order Governing Confidential Material, ECF No. 87 ¶ 1, the court has issued the Memorandum Opinion under seal to allow the parties to propose redactions of competitively sensitive information. The parties shall meet and confer and present to the court proposed redactions to the Memorandum Opinion no later than 5:00 p.m. on June 25, 2015. After considering the proposed redactions, the court will issue a public version of the Memorandum Opinion on June 26, 2015.
Sysco - US Foods PROPOSED FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAWMark Moreno
The evidence is overwhelming that the proposed merger is intended to capture the enormous efficiencies in excess of $1 billion in cost savings that will occur when Sysco and US
Foods combine These savings will enable the merged entity to compete more effectively including by lowering prices to the benefit of their customers. With the exception of handful of suspect customer and competitor declarations procured by the FTC speculating that prices might go up there is no evidence that prices will increase as result of the
Affordable Care Act - Next Steps for RestaurateursMark Moreno
Understanding the ACA and “operationalizing” it in a
restaurant business will be challenging. The Treasury
Department and Internal Revenue Service published final
regulations in February and March that provide the rules
by which employers will comply with the employer-mandate
and employer-reporting requirements.
Getting Out of PA-DSS Scope and Eliminating the High Cost of EMV: What you need to know
by Mike English
Executive Director, Product Development
Heartland Payment Systems
FTC Complaint Sysco US Foods AcquisitionMark Moreno
Respondents are—by a wide margin—the two largest broadline foodservice distributors in the United States and each other’s closest competitor. Sysco and US Foods are the
only two broadline distributors with nationwide networks of distribution centers, making them the best options for customers with facilities spread across the country.
Respondents also compete fiercely with one another in numerous local areas to serve independent restaurants and other foodservice customers.
MEET THE REVOLUTIONARY VENDING MACHINE WITH TOUCHSCREEN TECHNOLOGYMark Moreno
DIJI-TOUCH MAKES VENDING OPERATIONS A TOUCH MORE EXCITING. THIS INTERACTIVE MACHINE TURNS EVERYDAY SNACKING INTO A DYNAMIC VENDING EXPERIENCE.
Touchscreen Technology—Easy and fun to use.
Unique Engagement—Entertaining advertising and promotional content create memorable user experiences.
Remotely Monitor Machine Status and Inventory—Enjoy full analytics and reporting at your disposal.
Purchasing any technology can be confusing, and this applies to the purchase of a point-of-sale (POS) System. This document will provide you with a checklist of questions and information you should have discussed and/or documented before or as part of your purchasing process. The first document is a checklist of questions you should ask, and the second is a definition of terms for your purchase agreement. Both of these documents will help protect you and your business and help ensure that you make an appropriate
purchase from a qualified POS Systems provider. It is intended to clarify the terms of your agreement and avoid any misunderstanding on the scope or services and terms of the purchase agreement.
Bermar America Put a Sparkle into Wine by the Glass SalesMark Moreno
About
We believe that wine-by-the-glass should be served as the wine maker intended, freshly hand poured from the bottle with craft.
Mission
Have you ever been served a bad glass of wine ? Our mission is to help hospitality operators guarantee that they never serve that inferior experience, and to help them create 'moments of magic' in their wine service. We believe that the art and science of wine service should strive to elevate the wine experience to maximize enjoyment.
Description
At Bermar America we believe that wine-by-the-glass should be served fresh, and hand poured with craft just as a wine maker intended. We are committed to helping wine professionals create these ' moments of magic' with their wine service, and deliver the finest quality wine experience for their guests, . We provide our unique high precision wine preservation technology , Le Verre de Vin and Pod ...
General Information
Wine Preservation Systems and a company that stands for quality, service, education, and great wine!
a retrofit device developed by The
Madison Energy Group and a leading product
development company which reduces the energy
consumption of commercial grade coolers and
freezers.
Commercial refrigerators waste 15-30% of their
energy on up to 60% more cycles than necessary to
maintain food temperature at the appropriate
level.
Thermostats measure air temperature instead of
food temperature (air is less dense and fluctuates
significantly more
Reduced CO2 emissions
Reduced energy consumption
Endorsed by the Green Restaurant Association
@MadisonEnergy
Food & Water Watch Comment on Proposed Sysco US Foods MergerMark Moreno
Washington, D.C. — In response to the latest news of giant food corporations seeking to further consolidate, Food & Water Watch demanded that the U.S. Federal Trade Commission undertake a thorough and comprehensive analysis of the proposed merger between the two biggest U.S. foodservice distribution firms: Sysco Corp. and US Foods Holding Corp. These companies deliver food to restaurants, schools, hotels and other cafeteria and hospitality establishments.
In a letter sent yesterday to FTC Bureau of Competition Director Deborah Feinstein, Food & Water Watch outlines several antitrust concerns with the proposed corporate union that deserve close scrutiny; requests the agency to oppose the early termination of the antitrust review and urges federal regulators to extend the merger waiting period to thoroughly review the implications of the proposed merger. Food & Water Watch http://www.foodandwaterwatch.org/pressreleases/food-water-watch-slams-sysco-us-foods-merger/
Interesting mobile option to engage customers. Opt4Text™ is the premiere custom Mobile Marketing provider for your business. Text message marketing instantly connects your brand with your audience. The best part is that your message is as relevant as the moment you hit the send button.
You can link to a mobile website to utilize pictures, videos, songs or ringtones! No longer are the days of expired coupons or wishes that you were able to tell your audience about a emergency or special. It's time to call your audience into action!
HOUSTON, TX and ROSEMONT, IL – December 9, 2013 – Sysco Corporation [NYSE: SYY] and US Foods today announced an agreement to merge, creating a world-class foodservice company. The total enterprise value of the transaction is approximately $8.2 billion and the combination has been approved by the Board of Directors of each company.
One chef’s knife has been a champ in our kitchen for nearly two decades.
Can any other blade come close to offering what it does—and at a bargain price?
by Hannah Crowley
Therma-Tek Range Corporation may appear to be a new company in the market, but our tradition and combined experience spans more than 100 years. The owners are seasoned professionals in the design, development, manufacture and sale of commercial foodservice equipment. After selling and re-capitalizing their prior company; which was another well known and established manufacturer of residential and commercial cooking equipment, the owners decided to continue their tradition of success in manufacturing the highest quality foodservice cooking equipment with the formation of Therma-Tek Range Corporation. Our products carry this experience behind them, which sets them far ahead of our competition. The company represents quality, strength and performance, backed by unparalleled warranty and continued service. We carry a reputation in the marketplace for developing and delivering quality, value conscious, innovative products in a timely manner. We continuously emphasize research and development, as well as cutting edge product development, with a close understanding of market trends and needs.
Mercer—a company name highly regarded in the culinary
trade—is synonymous with quality, professional cutlery. A leader in the commercial market for more than 30 years, and the predominant supplier to more than 90% of culinary academies
in North America, Mercer brings you the finest tools used by
the industry.
World renowned commercially, Mercer historically supplied culinary education and professional chefs who have come to rely on the company for its distinct product offerings. Working closely with chef educators, chefs, and the leaders in this industry, Mercer constantly develops and expands its product lines to fulfill their needs. As the trend in the culinary arts continues to gain popularity, Mercer's new product offerings have allowed the company to expand its brand from the broadening professional base and to crossover into the consumer market. The ever-more-sophisticated home consumers are seeking those products used by the professionals. With a growing business in retail cutlery through gourmet, specialty, and department stores, Mercer's products are squarely positioned as high quality professional grade, but with a distinct value advantage.
The hallmark of Mercer's cutlery: exceptional quality in materials, unique design, and dedicated craftsmanship, honed to the exacting performance needs of the discriminating chef makes our products the undeniable choice for the professional and the enthusiast. Mercer is committed to delivering products and services that you can build on and
grow with.
Mercer Cutlery is a division of Mercer Tool Corp. This third generation family business which began as a small industrial company has evolved into a corporation with two distinct product ranges: Mercer Abrasives (www.mercerabrasives.com), the original industrial division offering bonded abrasives, coated abrasives and related products; and Mercer Cutlery, offering professional quality culinary tools and sets.
Today, Mercer's corporate commitment is summarized in these five words: Quality, Performance, Delivery, Service, and Price. The company will continue to offer products people know, use, and trust.
If you have comments, questions, or suggestions about Mercer, this website or any of our products, please e-mail us at: info@mercercutlery.com
Mercer—a company name highly regarded in the culinary
trade—is synonymous with quality, professional cutlery. A leader in the commercial market for more than 30 years, and the predominant supplier to more than 90% of culinary academies
in North America, Mercer brings you the finest tools used by
the industry.
World renowned commercially, Mercer historically supplied culinary education and professional chefs who have come to rely on the company for its distinct product offerings. Working closely with chef educators, chefs, and the leaders in this industry, Mercer constantly develops and expands its product lines to fulfill their needs. As the trend in the culinary arts continues to gain popularity, Mercer's new product offerings have allowed the company to expand its brand from the broadening professional base and to crossover into the consumer market. The ever-more-sophisticated home consumers are seeking those products used by the professionals. With a growing business in retail cutlery through gourmet, specialty, and department stores, Mercer's products are squarely positioned as high quality professional grade, but with a distinct value advantage.
The hallmark of Mercer's cutlery: exceptional quality in materials, unique design, and dedicated craftsmanship, honed to the exacting performance needs of the discriminating chef makes our products the undeniable choice for the professional and the enthusiast. Mercer is committed to delivering products and services that you can build on and
grow with.
Browne Foodservice Stainless Steel Can OpenerMark Moreno
Professional CAN OPENER STAINLESS STEEL SHAFT
*Stainless steel shaft
*Opens cans up to 27.9cm (11”)
*Handle has a comfortable free-spin grip
*Plated steel mounting platform with clamp
*Heat-treated gear for extra durability
*Reversible knife provides longer service;
*replacement gears & knives available