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Buyer Outreach

How to Find Retail Buyer Email Addresses (Without Wasting Months on LinkedIn)

The actual methods CPG brands use to get verified buyer contacts at Whole Foods, Kroger, Target, and more.

2026-05-01·8 min read
Tools & Comparisons

Lazrbeam vs RangeMe: Which One Actually Helps You Get Into Retail?

RangeMe lets buyers find you. Lazrbeam lets you find buyers. Here's how to decide which one you need.

2026-05-01·8 min read
Tools & Comparisons

RangeMe Alternatives for CPG Brands in 2026

If RangeMe isn't getting you in front of buyers, here are the tools and strategies that will.

2026-05-01·9 min read
Distribution Strategy

Broker vs. Distributor: Which Does Your CPG Brand Actually Need?

Brokers and distributors play very different roles in CPG distribution — and confusing the two is an expensive mistake. Here's how to decide which your brand needs, and when.

2025-04-10·11 min read
Distribution Strategy

How to Get Into UNFI and KeHE: A Realistic Guide for Growing CPG Brands

Getting into UNFI or KeHE can unlock national distribution — but the process is more complex than most brands expect. Here's what it actually takes, what it costs, and how to approach it strategically.

2025-04-10·12 min read
Finance & Margins

How to Optimize Trade Spend Without Killing Your Margins

Trade spend is the biggest line item most CPG brands don't fully control. Here's how midsize brands can optimize promotional investment, reduce waste, and protect margins at scale.

2025-04-10·10 min read
Retail Operations

How to Reduce Retail Chargebacks from Walmart, Kroger, and Target

Retail chargebacks are quietly draining CPG margins. Here's how midsize brands can reduce deductions from Walmart, Kroger, and Target — and protect revenue at scale.

2025-04-10·9 min read

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