HRG relays fresh produce growth on United Fresh Market Expo panel
WAUKESHA, Wis. — Angela Pinkstaff, Hamacher Resource Group director of business development, will participate on the panel, “Fresh Convenience Platforms to Meet Consumer Demands,” at the United Fresh Market Expo on June 14. Pinkstaff will join Jeff Lenard from the National Association of Convenience Stores, and Meg Burritt from Blue Apron, for a session reviewing how fresh produce/foods are expanding within the drug sector.
“As the self-care movement continues to grow, drug stores and pharmacists are playing an increasingly larger role in their patients’ wellness," Pinkstaff said. "In order to truly influence better health outcomes, they need to have a holistic view that includes diet and nutrition. While chain drug stores have been offering fresh produce to varying degrees the past few years, they could still do more to make the connection between healthy eating and healthy living.”
Prior to joining HRG in 2013, Pinkstaff spent nearly 10 years in the natural products channel, managing national retail accounts for two manufacturers. Earlier this year she attended Natural Products Expo West and saw how the market has expanded, largely driven by consumers who have greater awareness and commitment to choosing naturally-derived foods, beverages and supplements.
“As the self-care movement continues to grow, drug stores and pharmacists are playing an increasingly larger role in their patients’ wellness," Pinkstaff said. "In order to truly influence better health outcomes, they need to have a holistic view that includes diet and nutrition. While chain drug stores have been offering fresh produce to varying degrees the past few years, they could still do more to make the connection between healthy eating and healthy living.”Prior to joining HRG in 2013, Pinkstaff spent nearly 10 years in the natural products channel, managing national retail accounts for two manufacturers. Earlier this year she attended Natural Products Expo West and saw how the market has expanded, largely driven by consumers who have greater awareness and commitment to choosing naturally-derived foods, beverages and supplements.