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.

2014 Store Manager Survey

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.

Conference
2020 Midwinter Executive Conference
- Friday, January 24 - Monday, January 27, 2020
- | Phoenix, AZ
The Midwinter Executive Conference is a member invitation-only event. Supplier partners quality for at least 2, and up to an unlimited amount of invitations, depending on your level of associate membership with FMI.
Conference
2020 Financial Executive and Internal Audit Conferences
- Sunday, May 3 - Tuesday, May 5, 2020
- | St Louis, MO
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
2020 Future Leaders eXperience
- Tuesday, May 12 - Thursday, May 14, 2020
- | Orlando, FL
Future Leaders is the industry's premier training program for retailers, wholesalers, and suppliers.
Conference
2020 Annual Business Conference (ABC)
- Sunday, September 13 - Wednesday, September 16, 2020
- | Dallas, TX
The Annual Business Conference (ABC) provides a tremendous opportunity for CPG suppliers to interact with their retailer/wholesaler trading partners.
Conference
2020 Energy and Store Development Conference
- Monday, September 21 - Thursday, September 24, 2020
- | Baltimore, MD
600+ vice presidents, directors and managers in energy, refrigeration, and store development gather to learn from the best in the food retail industry about energy efficiency and conservation, as well as store design and merchandising.

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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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