
Ruth Hogan
Ruth Hogan is features and premium editor - FMCG at Inside Retail. Hailing all the way from the Emerald Isle, Ruth has her finger on the pulse of FMCG news on both sides of the globe. As editor of Inside FMCG’s online and print publications over the last two years, Ruth has consistently delivered breaking industry news, and crafted informative features for professionals across Australia and New Zealand. Now, Ruth is bringing her knowledge of the grocery landscape to Premium subscribers and delving into global trends to inform local businesses. When she’s not tapping away at the keyboard, you’ll find her browsing her local supermarket for the latest and greatest products on the market.
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Beyond JobKeeper: ARA looks to steer travel retail to recovery
ARA chief executive Paul Zahra says the travel retail industry is at breaking point and could shed thousands more jobs i...
Mar 1, 2021

Stepping out: How to have influence beyond your job title
To influence others in the workplace it's important to make them feel safe.
Feb 26, 2021

Why Indigenous groups are calling for Woolworths’ RAP to be revoked
The retailer is a leader in Indigenous employment, but has been criticised for not respecting community voices.
Feb 26, 2021

Why PepsiCo is rethinking the traditional workplace
Consumer goods giant PepsiCo ANZ recently introduced a new flexitime policy that removes official start and finish times...
Feb 25, 2021

How Incu is bringing the store experience online
Incu CEO Doug Lowe explains how powerful staff are to Incu’s virtual shopping experience.
Feb 25, 2021

Bumper first half for Woolies but Banducci warns of sales decline ahead
The trend towards in-home dining is continuing to work in Woolworths’ favour but CEO Brad Banducci is taking a fresh loo...
Feb 24, 2021

‘It’s about how it makes you feel’: One Teaspoon CEO talks ‘new direction’
One Teaspoon CEO Liz Roberts shares how the brand is focusing on building confidence in its customer base to thrive in t...
Feb 23, 2021

The need for speed: Inside Coles’ online strategy
Coles chief executive of e-commerce Ben Hassing is driving the supermarket through a major online transformation.
Feb 23, 2021

Is it time to can the Health Star Rating?
New guidelines aimed at penalising sugar content has sparked anger in the industry and confusion among consumers.
Feb 19, 2021

From NSFW to NYFW, brands are taking notice of OnlyFans
Since fashion designer Rebecca Minkoff joined content sharing website OnlyFans this week, brands are examining the site’...
Feb 18, 2021

Why Coles’ CEO isn’t counting his roast chickens before they hatch
Coles records a strong first half but reduced immigration threatens future growth.
Feb 17, 2021

Adidas, Arket, Patagonia: Breathing new life into kidswear via rental
H&M’s Nordic clothing line Arket seizes an opportunity to prolong the lifespan of its garments.
Feb 16, 2021

TikTok shopping is coming. Here’s how it’s working in China
Douyin, China’s version of TikTok, pulled in 20.8 billion RMB during its first ever shopping festival in January.
Feb 15, 2021

VIDEO: Why Ben & Jerry’s won’t ‘shut up’ about racial injustice
Ben & Jerry's global activism lead Christopher Miller shares why he is optimistic about opportunity in 2021.
Feb 12, 2021

Buying Bridgerton: How hit TV shows are influencing retail
With consumers growing cynical towards traditional advertising methods, retailers are capitalising on ‘cool’ content.
Feb 11, 2021

How 7-Eleven, The Iconic and more will ‘walk the talk’ on diversity
Some of the biggest names in Australian retail have come together to lead a new era of inclusivity.
Feb 11, 2021

Ciao, Sydney: Romeo’s IGA brings taste of Europe to railside retail
Romeo’s takes a stab at premium groceries with European-style fresh food market and dine-in restaurant.
Feb 10, 2021

Why Superdry is banking on Little Red Book to win Chinese dollar
Little Red Book’s user generated content is helping brands connect with Chinese consumers.
Feb 8, 2021

How WA retailers reacted to snap lockdown
A year on from Australia’s first Covid outbreak, retailers are better equipped to deal with sudden lockdowns but many fe...
Feb 5, 2021

Beyond beef: How cell-based meat could bring unlimited protein options to the table
Sydney-based biotech company Vow Foods is developing a portfolio of unconventional meat products, but when will consumer...
Feb 4, 2021