Brand PreviewsAn Extension of the Brand Previews NetworkPart of the Conzumables Network

Brand Previews · The Fresh Perimeter

The FreshestOpportunities in RetailStart Here.

StorePerimeter.com connects innovative brands with the departments that drive store traffic, loyalty, and profitability throughout the supermarket perimeter — produce, bakery, deli, meat & seafood, dairy, and floral.

Fresh MattersHelping brands reach consumers where freshness drives decisions.
Destination DepartmentsConnecting products with the shops that drive store loyalty.
Meal Solution InnovationSupporting products that make meals easier and better.
Healthy LivingHighlighting brands aligned with wellness-focused consumers.
Premium ExperiencesHelping retailers create memorable shopping experiences.

Where fresh brands integrate

Real opportunities across the fresh perimeter.

The perimeter is where fresh, prepared, and high-frequency purchases happen. Most fresh-brand wins live in six destination departments — knowing the department shapes the pack, the program, and the placement.

Produce01Trip-driving anchor

Produce

Fresh fruits and vegetables, organic produce, salad kits, fresh-cut fruit, and fresh herbs — the freshness-first department that anchors the store trip.

Bakery02Daily destination

Bakery

Artisan breads, donuts and pastries, muffins and bagels, cookies and brownies, cakes and pies, and celebration cakes baked fresh in-store.

Service Deli03Meal-solution hub

Service Deli

Deli meats and cheeses, prepared foods, rotisserie chicken, hot bar and soups, salads and sides, and grab-and-go meal solutions.

Meat & Seafood04Premium proteins

Meat & Seafood

Beef, pork, and poultry alongside fresh fish, shrimp and shellfish, crab, lobster, and value-added and premium seafood programs.

Dairy05Everyday velocity

Dairy

Milk and creamers, yogurt and more, eggs, cheese and butter, plant-based options, and functional dairy with strong repeat purchase.

Floral06Impulse & premium

Floral

Fresh flowers, bouquets and roses, potted plants, orchids and greens, balloons and gifts, and floral accessories that lift basket value.

Fresh Program HeadquartersCurated assortments built for high-traffic, freshness-first perimeter departments.
Meal Solution CenterSeasonal sets, displays, and cross-merch built for everyday meal occasions.
Real Solution CenterPack, price, and placement guidance from operators who merchandise the perimeter.
1,000+Fresh-department SKUs previewed
500+Retail outlets in network reach
20+Retail & foodservice channels

Brand Previews

Your direct line to retail.

Brand Previews connects your products with the right buyers, departments, and channels — driving visibility, consideration, and results. Our core line-up of assets, and the broader network, gives fresh brands a better way to get seen.

Store Perimeter

  • Produce Departments
  • Bakery Departments
  • Service Deli
  • Meat & Seafood
  • Dairy Departments
  • Floral Departments

Center of the Store

  • Grocery Aisles
  • Frozen Aisles
  • Health & Beauty Care
  • Pet Departments
  • General Merchandise

Distribution

  • Produce Distribution
  • Deli Distribution
  • Dairy Distribution
  • Bakery Distribution
  • Redistribution

Other Topics

  • Seasonal Programs
  • In-Store Pharmacies
  • Front-End Checkstands
  • Category Management
  • Funding Brands
Connect with the right buyers
Gain exposure in key departments
Drive consideration and sales
Deliver measurable results

Contract Manufacturing Alliance

Stronger connections. Smarter solutions. Better results.

The Contract Manufacturing Alliance gives brands direct access to a trusted network of manufacturing and innovation partners — making it easier to develop, produce, and scale fresh, category-ready products for the perimeter.

Modern fresh-food manufacturing and innovation facility

Powerful assets available to brands for their matchmaking efforts

Contract Manufacturers

Vetted manufacturers across capabilities, capacities, and production scales.

Commercial Kitchens

Fully equipped kitchens for short runs, recipe development, and culinary testing.

Pilot Plants

Pilot facilities to scale formulations and validate before full production.

Food Innovation Centers

Innovation experts and R&D resources to accelerate product development.

Private Labelers

Private-label partners to bring retail-ready solutions to market faster.

Contract Packagers

Packaging partners for primary, secondary, and co-packing needs.

Ingredient Resources

Trusted suppliers to power your fresh product ideas.

Packaging & Formulators

Packaging innovators and formulators to bring your vision to life.

One alliance. Endless possibilities.Let's build what's next. Connect. Collaborate. Create.
Since 1923

The team behind Brand Previews has

Over 100 Years

in the business

A legacy of experience. A future of opportunity.

Four generations of grocery, innovation, brand building & distribution excellence.

A 1920s neighborhood fresh grocery storefront
1920sOur beginning

Durban Meats

Our story starts in the 1920s with a regional fresh-foods business built on hard work, community, and a passion for good service.

1950s–1990sA core part of certified grocers

Certified Grocers

We grew alongside the industry as a proud member of certified grocers — contributing to one of the strongest buying and marketing cooperatives.

1990s–2010sPartnering with global leaders

Global Brands

We partnered with iconic global companies in consumables, merchandising, and shopper engagement.

2010sBuilding brands that matter

Emerging Brands

Co-founders and builders of successful fresh brands — taking emerging products from concept to shelf.

Today & beyondOur own distribution

Built to Scale

Today we run our own distribution network, helping fresh brands get to market efficiently and everywhere consumers shop.

Retail ExpertsDeep expertise across every retail channel.
Brand BuildersProven success developing and scaling winning brands.
Distribution PowerOur network. Your advantage. National reach, local touch.
Relationships That LastBuilt over decades. Focused on the future.
People. Planet. Fresh.

Serving every fresh category. Connected by industry.

Key trade associations & trade shows.

Leading trade associations and trade events for produce, bakery, deli, meat & seafood, dairy, and floral — uniting professionals across the fresh perimeter to promote innovation, growth, and a stronger tomorrow.

Bakery & Deli

Fresh. Prepared. Daily.
American Bakers Assoc.IDDBABEMAFood Industry Assoc.

Meat, Seafood & Produce

Quality. Safety. Freshness.
NAMIPMAUnited FreshNFINMPF

Beverage & Partners

Connected across the perimeter.
Distilled Spirits CouncilWine AmericaContract Packaging Assoc.PLMA
Leading trade showsIDDBAIBIEMeat ExpoUnited Fresh LiveNBWAPLMA Trade ShowSeafood Expo North America

Retail Formats (Channels)

Connecting brands to retail distribution.

The Contract Manufacturing Alliance helps brands, retailers, and manufacturers navigate retail channels by aligning the right products with the right formats for growth and long-term success.

Mass Merchandisers

  • Walmart
  • Target
  • Costco
  • Sam's Club
  • Meijer

Grocery Retailers

  • Kroger
  • Albertsons
  • Publix
  • Ahold Delhaize
  • H-E-B

Convenience & C-Store

  • 7-Eleven
  • Circle K
  • Casey's
  • Wawa
  • Sheetz

Foodservice & Distribution

  • Sysco
  • US Foods
  • Performance Foodservice
  • Gordon Food Service

E-Commerce & Digital

  • Amazon
  • Walmart.com
  • Instacart
  • Thrive Market
  • DTC

Coast to coast

Core customers in all 50 states.

We list the customers that are prime for your launch efforts — state by state. We have the channels, the relationships, and the distribution power to put your fresh brand in front of buyers everywhere consumers shop.

50States covered
100+Years of combined experience
9Fresh departments served
1923Building ever since

Introduce your brand

Bringing a fresh product to the perimeter?

Send your department, format, target banners, and current pilot status. The brand-preview team responds with a perimeter-fit read and a clear path to placement.

Prefer email? team@storeperimeter.com