Voice of The Food Industry Blog

Making February 22 Count

Supermarket Employee Day, Sunday, February 22, 2026, marks the fifth year that grocery retailers, wholesalers and partners will come together to recognize the people.....

The Power of a Pause

In an industry defined by constant motion, grocery work rarely slows down. Stores open early and close late. Deliveries arrive and shelves turn over. Customers come and go....

Time to High Five

When Supermarket Employee Day began in 2021, the idea was simple: create a moment for the industry to say thank you to grocery workers whose daily efforts keep families fed and communities served....

Time to High Five: Celebrating Five Years of Supermarket Employee Day

Five years in, Supermarket Employee Day has become a simple but powerful reminder to pause, say thank you and give a high five to the grocery teams who show up every day for their communities....

5 Ways We Celebrated Supermarket Employee Day

Supermarket Employee Day, observed annually on February 22, is a special occasion dedicated to honoring the essential workers that play a vital role in feeding families and enriching ...

Build Connections Through Supermarket Employee Day

Supermarket Employee Day is a chance to celebrate the individual contributions of your employees and the relationships that make your store a cornerstone of the community. Create a celebration that leaves a lasting impact well beyond Feb. 22....

Going the Extra Mile for Supermarket Employee Day 2025

Every year, Supermarket Employee Day provides a moment to pause and reflect on the dedication of grocery store employees. But why stop there? In 2025, make February 22 a day where your gratitude.....

Elevating Gratitude: Creative Ways to Celebrate Supermarket Employee Day

Supermarket Employee Day on Saturday, February 22, 2025, is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the hard work and dedication of grocery store employees who keep communities nourished and thriving....

Supermarket Employee Day 2024 – A Full Supply of Thanks

Many states and localities have made formal proclamations declaring February 22 as an day of celebration for Supermarket Employee ...

Celebrating Excellence: Honoring the 2024 Store Manager Award Nominees

On a day like Supermarket Employee Day, no celebration is too big or small. Keeping with tradition, we are honored to announce this year’s class of nominees for the Store Manager ...

Expressing Love Eight Days After Valentine's Day

Millions of supermarket employees come to work daily to keep shelves stocked and to provide communities with essential services that help them survive and ...

A New Years Resolution of Gratitude for Supermarket Employees

As we approach Supermarket Employee Day on February 22, 2024, let's make a conscious effort to recognize and express gratitude to supermarket employees who play a pivotal role in shaping our daily lives....

Supply a Chain of Thanks

As we approach the season of giving thanks and look forward to one of the most significant meals of the year, the food industry also needs to prepare for Supermarket Employee Day, February ...

Two Tips to Celebrate Your Supermarket Employees on 2.22.22

As you plan your celebrations, consider what would best fit your company culture and make your employees feel like their contributions are meaningful and make a difference in their communities. No matter how you choose to celebrate, make “thank you” ...

Thanks for 45 Years, Let’s Keep the Music Playing!

On this 45th day of the year, these songs go out to the FMI Community! For 45 years we have been moving and grooving, and it is time to party! So, we have created a playlist to celebrate. Since 1977, we have been spinning nothing but the greatest ...