One in five consumers who purchase frozen food items usually buy a store-brand product, according to the American Frozen Food Institute and FMI- The Food Industry Association. Get more insight into their data and how retailers can use store brands to capture additional sales via Progressive Grocer:
Illinois Retail Merchants Association
Government Relations Services
Springfield, IL 1,187 followers
The Voice of Illinois Retail
About us
The Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) benefits Illinois retailing through effective engagement with retailers, the general public, policy makers, and the media regarding the impact legislative and regulatory proposals will have on the success of retail operations. As your voice in the Capitol, Chicago City Hall, Cook County Board Chambers, and regulatory agencies across the state, IRMA closely monitors legislative and regulatory activity, voicing opposition to anti-business proposals and supporting and passing business friendly initiatives. CORE FUNCTION - ADVOCACY IRMA serves as the voice of Illinois retailing providing full-time advocacy services and representation in front of State, Cook County and City of Chicago policy makers. IRMA’s government relations efforts have resulted in both the passage and defeat of significant bills of major bottom line impact on retail stores. From the nation’s largest retailers to independent businesses in every corner of the State, merchants can count on IRMA to fight for the best possible environment in which to do business in Illinois. - ASSOCIATION SERVICES Among advocacy services and representation, IRMA’s group programs ensure a membership with IRMA doesn’t cost, it pays. Retailers, at any level of the business, invest countless resources in making the company a success. We help members protect and grow that investment. IRMA group programs contribute to the bottom line in helping small and large companies get the best service at the lowest cost. Inside IRMA membership, there is something for everyone. Learn more about the benefits of IRMA at http://irma.org/member-benefits/
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http://www.irma.org
External link for Illinois Retail Merchants Association
- Industry
- Government Relations Services
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Springfield, IL
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Specialties
- Government Affairs, Government Relations, Lobbying, Retail Advocacy, Energy Services, and Credit Card Processing
Locations
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216 Broadway
Springfield, IL 62701, US
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216 W Jackson Blvd
Suite 915
Chicago, IL 60606, US
Employees at Illinois Retail Merchants Association
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Bowe Brian
President at The Guys' Place a Hair Salon For Men/The Barbershop a Hair Salon For Men
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Alec Laird
Senior Vice President, Government Relations at Illinois Retail Merchants Association
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Dawn Durkin
Executive Assistant Office Manager at Illinois Retail Merchants Association
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Brynne Scott
Executive Assistant Government Affairs at Illinois Retail Merchants Association
Updates
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On behalf of our Mission Partner DCap Claims, we're reminding IRMA members the deadline to file claims in the $5.54 billion Visa/MasterCard settlement has been extended to August 30. If your business accepted payment from Visa and/or MasterCard-branded cards between January 1, 2004, and January 25, 2019, you may be eligible to recover funds from overcharged swipe fees, but action must be taken before the August 30 deadline. Visit IRMA’s website at www.irma.org and click on the "Partners" tab to contact DCap Claims Regional Director Megan Kuzma and unlock the exclusive IRMA member rate. Take action now to ensure your claim is processed before it’s too late!
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Parents are gearing up to spend nearly 22% more on back-to-school shopping this year, according to a new JLL survey. Retail Dive takes a look at when and where consumers plan to do their back-to-school shopping:
Parents to spend nearly 22% more on back-to-school shopping this year: report
retaildive.com
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In this week’s Straight from the Source, IRMA President & CEO Rob Karr shares an opportunity on behalf of our Mission Partner Bamboo Health for pharmacists and prescribers to better integrate workflows and improve patient care outcomes. Visit IRMA’s website at https://lnkd.in/g3vxWrm4 to contact Bamboo Health and learn more about its PMP Gateway solution, which integrates multi-state prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP) intelligence into existing clinical workflows to improve access and save time for care team members.
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A new report from PYMNTS reveals one in five consumers made a retail purchase in the last month based on something they read, such as an article about a product. Read more about what influences consumers' purchases below:
1 in 5 Retail Shoppers Is Influenced by Written Content
https://www.pymnts.com
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Brian Klueter has been a familiar face at Kelly’s Butcher Shop & Deli in Troy since 1996, when he started working for his uncle as a teen. Today, he's carrying on his uncle’s legacy and commitment to quality as the owner of this family-run business. This week, we’re proud to feature Kelly’s Butcher Shop & Deli in IRMA’s “We Are Retail” campaign showcasing the retailers who make Illinois work. At Kelly's Butcher Shop, which Brian’s great grandfather founded in 1948, tradition meets quality in every cut. “My uncle [Mike Klueter] definitely wanted to make sure that people got good stuff,” Brian said. “He kind of drilled it into me. You can try and pass along something that isn’t great, but the people aren’t going to come back.” Kelly’s Butcher Shop & Deli is more than a place to purchase steak; it’s a full-service butcher shop offering hot foods, produce, seasonings and more. Watch Brian’s story and discover his “secret sauce” for success as a retailer at https://ow.ly/hIJB50SylEw. Explore more stories in our “We Are Retail” campaign and nominate your favorite retailer to be featured in the future at WeareIllinoisRetail.com. #IRMAWeAreRetail
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From tinned fish and charcuterie boards to honey and snacks specifically crafted to complement certain drinks, RetailWire takes a look at the latest food and beverage trends that emerged at Specialty Food Association's recent Summer Fancy Foods Show in New York:
Food and Beverage Trends Unveiled at Summer Fancy Foods Show
https://retailwire.com
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Join us and IRMA Mission Partner Viti Companies on July 18 for a webinar exploring the benefits of long-term care insurance. Presented by Ester Viti, Vice President of Guy Viti Insurance & Viti Financial | The Viti Companies, the webinar will provide attendees a better understanding of the costs and benefits associated with long-term care, insurance options to fit your budget, and information on how to start planning for the future. Register here: https://ow.ly/A35m50Sxm2G.
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According to a new survey from Vontier, nearly 80% of Americans are willing to drive out of their way to visit their preferred convenience store, even if it means passing other options. Chain Store Age breaks down the data below:
Survey: Nearly 80% of travelers would drive farther for preferred convenience store
chainstoreage.com
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While shoppers are scaling back in categories like electronics and apparel, they’re continuing to buy luxury goods like fragrances and lipsticks, a new report from Adobe Analytics found. Get more insight into the growth of the cosmetics space via Retail Dive:
Consumers splurge on cosmetics online despite inflation: report
retaildive.com