Independent Operator

Independent supermarkets must be innovative and distinguished in the marketplace. We have the contacts, resources and education programs you need to grow your business.

Retail Operations Blog Posts

Questions?

For questions or more information, please contact FMI's Director of Membership Lucas Darnell.

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Questions?

For questions or more information, please contact FMI's Director of Membership Cynthia Brazzel.

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FMI Independent Operator Resources

Supermarket Department Manager Survey

The survey provides a view from the eyes of food retail department managers.

This survey provides insights into the most pivotal job in a food retail company. Store managers can have a direct impact on operations, financial performance, employee behavior, and the customer experience.

Retail Operations

Events

We welcome you to join us for the following events.

Webinar
Cultivate Trust-Building Transparency
- Thursday, February 21, 2019 (12pm - 1pm US/Eastern)
This report on what is the future of transparency in an omnichannel world and provides guidance for industry next steps.
Webinar
Nourish Trust-Building Transparency
- Thursday, February 28, 2019 (12pm - 1pm US/Eastern)
This report on what is the future of transparency in an omnichannel world and provides guidance for industry next steps.
Webinar
Harvest Results from Trust-Building Transparency
- Thursday, March 7, 2019 (12pm - 1pm US/Eastern)
This report on what is the future of transparency in an omnichannel world and provides guidance for industry next steps.
Conference
2019 Financial Executive and Internal Audit Conferences
- Sunday, May 5 - Tuesday, May 7, 2019
- | San Antonio, TX
The Financial Executive and Internal Audit Conference is design and developed by your peers. This year's conference promises to deliver a robust education and networking program that meets your professional and educational needs.
Conference
2019 Future Leaders eXperience
- Tuesday, May 14 - Thursday, May 16, 2019
- | St. Louis, MO
Future Leaders is the industry's premier training program for retailers, wholesalers, and suppliers.

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Leadership

“ As a long time FMI member, I have derived excellent benefits from my participation. The knowledge I have taken away from the group has been a tremendous value for my company and my leadership team. Likewise, the information and feedback provided by FMI helps all fellow members grow and improve efficiencies at their companies.” --Mark Skogen, Festival Foods

Share Groups

FMI hosts multiple events to link non-competitors in share groups across the country. These groups allow food retail professionals in similar subject areas to convene in specialized forums and engage in issue-specific dialogue.

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