Top Women in Grocery
Progressive Grocer’s podcast focused on the trends, topics and interests that move women forward in grocery retail
Episodes

May 6, 2026
May 6, 2026
11 min
This episode dives into Patti Bauer's inspiring career journey from IT to leading innovation in grocery retail, as well as the story behind UNFI's Endless Aisle initiative.

Apr 8, 2026
Apr 8, 2026
13 min
Grocery Outlet's Director of Field Marketing and Promotions Ashley Chaney discusses the importance of putting independent operators at the heart of local marketing.

Mar 11, 2026
Mar 11, 2026
13 min
Top Women In Grocery honoree Darla Rieg joins the podcast to discuss her career journey, the importance of value to today's shoppers, associate growth and promotion, and more.

Feb 25, 2026
Feb 25, 2026
16 min
Taylor Clute joins the podcast to discuss the evolving role of brokers in the grocery and CPG industry. The episode explores the historical context of brokers, the importance of their relationships with brands and retailers, today's complexities in the space, and more.

Feb 11, 2026
Feb 11, 2026
14 min
Amanda Oren from RELEX and Amy Leal from UNFI join the podcast to discuss their transformative partnership aimed at enhancing grocery demand forecasting and replenishment.

Jan 14, 2026
Jan 14, 2026
18 min
Dollar General's senior director of merchandising joins the TWIG Podcast to discuss the discount retailer's customer-centric merchandising strategy, private brand innovation, industry trends and more.

Dec 17, 2025
Dec 17, 2025
19 min
Emily Turner, CMO of The Fresh Market, discusses the evolving role of marketing in retail, innovative strategies for enhancing customer experience and the importance of community engagement.

Nov 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025
17 min
Food Lion's Natasha Brinegar, who is one of this year's Top Women In Grocery Award winners, joins the TWIG Podcast to talk cross-functional work, the pace of change in grocery, mentorship and much more.

Oct 15, 2025
Oct 15, 2025
11 min
Jennifer Conklin from Capgemini joins the podcast to delve deep into AI applications at grocery, alternative revenue streams for food retailers, giving back to her community and more.

Sep 17, 2025
Sep 17, 2025
26 min
Maria Brous and Aissata Deme from Publix Super Markets join the podcast to discuss the food retailer's big milestone anniversary and much more.








