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.
From the author
Welcome to the tree-free future of fashion
An Australian company has caught the attention of major clothing brands with the creation of an environmentally friendly...
Jan 20, 2021
What JobKeeper cuts mean for retail
The retail industry may struggle with the latest round of JobKeeper cuts, but flexibilities in the scheme offer some hop...
Jan 18, 2021
What it’s like to shop as a person with an intellectual disability
Alex Elliot and Ella Darling, project workers from Council for Intellectual Disability, share their experiences of navig...
Jan 18, 2021
How Skechers is stepping up the fun factor
Skechers Southeast Asia has introduced a string of creative collaborations to keep consumers engaged with the sports and...
Jan 14, 2021
When it comes to e-commerce, Howards Storage World is cleaning up
Howards Storage World has seen phenomenal growth in online sales since replatforming its website and improving back end ...
Jan 13, 2021
How AuMake is using social e-commerce to drive connections with local brands
AuMake looks to Chinese social e-commerce trends to connect Aussie brands with Asian buyers.
Jan 12, 2021
How Gen Y is fuelling a bougie baby boom
Retailers report strong demand in the premium baby market since the pandemic with “aspirational, yet real influencers” a...
Jan 11, 2021
The role of the retailer in a mask mandate
Retail staff in Greater Sydney are getting to grips with new mask requirements, but how much responsibility falls on the...
Jan 7, 2021
How port delays are hitting retailers across the Tasman
Retailers in New Zealand are grappling with the effects of port delays on Christmas trade.
Dec 21, 2020
VIDEO: GRRL founder talks strength over size
GRRRL founder Kortney Olson shares the thinking behind her unique sizing system and how she's built a sisterhood through...
Dec 21, 2020
Talking tech with Endeavour X
Dan Murphy’s has launched numerous tech innovations this year to bring convenience, safety and speed to the customer exp...
Dec 18, 2020
Beauty in 3D: Behind the creation of Charlotte Tilbury’s virtual store
British beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury is driving digital connections with consumers through virtual store.
Dec 17, 2020
Can at-home beauty services survive beyond the pandemic?
Home hair colour brands confident that DIY beauty services are here to stay.
Dec 16, 2020
Could Aboriginal farmers help feed the world?
Researchers are working with Aboriginal communities to explore the commercial potential of hardy native crops.
Dec 15, 2020
How shoppertainment is fuelling the growth of AliExpress
AliExpress’ director for social commerce shares how live streaming is changing the way people shop.
Dec 14, 2020
Supermarkets, watch out. The gig economy is coming for your online shoppers
Southeast Asian ride-hailing company Grab is taking on grocery retailers with the launch of a delivery-only supermarket....
Dec 8, 2020
Why The Iconic co-founder’s cannabis company is attracting celebrity investment
The Iconic co-founder Finn Age Hänsel shares the challenges of running a cannabis business and his plans for entering Au...
Dec 7, 2020
Behind Adidas’ and H&M’s circular fashion project
The New Cotton Project is introducing a circular model for commercial clothing production.
Dec 4, 2020
How Pharell avoids the usual pitfalls of celebrity product launches
Why Pharrell Williams' skincare line ticks all the boxes for the modern beauty shopper.
Dec 2, 2020
How Foodland is punching above its weight to win over customers
Foodland CEO Franklin dos Santos shares thinking behind five-year growth plan, how the retailer competes with the big gu...
Nov 30, 2020
