Nicole Gillo
Nicole Gillo has rejoined EnsembleIQ as senior editor of CGT after spending several years helping a major retail corporation grow its e-commerce presence. She previously served as group managing editor for CGT and its sister publication, RIS. Gillo is a graduate of Monmouth University with a B.A. in English.
ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
October 2018
Oct 25
Foot Locker, Nike Team to Elevate the Consumer Experience
The long-time partners are appealing to basketball-obsessed consumers with a "House of Hoops" pop-up shop.
Oct 23
AI Can Help CPGs Find Growth Pockets, Report Suggests
New IRI report gives traditional companies advice on gaining share as small brands continue to encroach.
Oct 23
Gillette Lets Consumers Make 3D-Printed Razor Handles
Technology from 3D printing giant Formlabs will let shoppers choose from 48 designs and six colors.
Oct 23
Pernod Ricard Renews Pact with Southern Glazer's
The latest contract in a decades-old partnership covers distribution in 35 states through 2024.
Oct 21
Coca-Cola Makes Leadership Changes
The beverage company has revamped its senior leadership to support long-term strategic plans.
Oct 16
Mondelēz to Make Packaging Fully Recyclable by 2025
The ultimate goal is a “circular packaging economy” that generates zero net waste, the company said.
Oct 16
CGT October 2018: More from Less
The more things change, the more budgets stay the same. A look at CGT's October 2018 issue.
Oct 16
Study: Younger Consumers Demanding Tech in Stores
A new report from RILA and ICSC examines the shopping habits of Gen Z and Millennial consumers, as well as how retailers are adapting to their needs.
Oct 16
Herbal Essences Designs Bottles for Visually Impaired
Procter & Gamble's hair care brand has introduced the first mass-produced bottles designed to help blind and visually impaired individuals distinguish between shampoos and conditioners.
Oct 15
Tech Trends 2018: AI is Ready for Prime Time
The consumer goods industry is poised to benefit from a trifecta of AI skills. A Q&A with AnswerRocket's Pete Reilly.
Oct 15
Tech Trends 2018: Relevant Responses to Radical Changes
Our 15th annual "state of the industry" report finds consumer goods companies making steady progress in their efforts to address marketplace disruption. CGT surveyed readers to get their take on the key tools and technologies that are helping them keep pace with increasingly demanding consumers.
Oct 15
Data & Analytics Solutions Guide 2018
CGT presents a comparison chart of solution providers on the forefront of data and analytics. Plus, industry experts from provide thoughts on navigating the challenges and opportunities involved in effective, efficient data management and analytics.
Oct 15
Making It Real: The State of Trade Promotion Management
Consumer packaged goods companies are working toward a more informed future that uses deeper insights, better metrics and faster response times to modernize the traditional TPM process. CGT's first TPM-specific research report looks at key trends in this critical business practice.
Oct 15
Addressing the Technology Imperative
Wipro’s Srinivasan Rajamani recently sat down with CGT to discuss key trends in technology transformation.
Oct 15
TPM Study 2018: Becoming a Modern, Faster Organization
Consumer goods companies need to consider the bigger picture when considering the trade promotion practices. A Q&A with Accenture's Jason Murphy.
Oct 09
Kroger Pilot Puts Grocery Pickup, Private Label into Walgreens
The grocery and drugstore retailers will join forces to offer Kroger products and online order pickups at 13 Walgreens locations.
Oct 09
Gillette's On-Demand Razor Service Heads North
Procter & Gamble's subscription-based razor service has expanded to Canada, giving consumers flexible buying options.
Oct 09
Walgreens Trials Birchbox Beauty Line
A pact with the online subscription-based retailer will bring prestige beauty offerings to select stores and walgreens.com.
Oct 02
Southern Glazer’s Flexes Its Multicultural Insights
The spirits distributor has developed a suite of tools that will help suppliers and customers better identify business opportunities among multicultural consumers.
Oct 02
Wagz Gets Connected with Link AKC Buy
The connected pet company has expanded its portfolio with the Link AKC smart collar, which tracks location, activity, health, and other data.
Oct 02
New Land O'Lakes Platform Supports Farming Stewardship
The interactive digital platform helps farmers advance stewardship goals while aiding food companies in measuring their sustainability progress.
Oct 02
Walmart Sets Blockchain Requirement for Greens Suppliers
In its latest food safety move, the retailer is requiring leafy green produce suppliers to begin tapping into an IBM-built blockchain network by September 2019.