A Retail Format (Channel) is the pathway through which a product or service reaches its end customer, encompassing various methods of distribution and sales. Examples include Office Supply Stores, Supermarkets, Restaurants, Convenience Stores, Military Exchanges, Mass Merchants, Dollar Stores, Family Diners, Delis, E-Commerce Platforms and many others.
- Traditional Formats
- Specialty Retailers
- Sporting Goods Formats
- Petcare Retail Formats
- Hardware Formats
- Food Service Formats
- Concession Formats
- E-Commerce/D2C
The Contract Manufacturing Alliance (CMA) continues to lead the way in supporting consumer brands by providing targeted programming that educates them on the most effective retail channels to prioritize for their growth. With deep expertise, the CMA founders are recognized as pioneers in developing innovative retail formats, such as Hotel Pantries, which have redefined convenience shopping for travelers.
Their groundbreaking contributions to grab-and-go retail and foodservice programming have further cemented their role as visionaries in creating opportunities for brands to thrive in dynamic markets. By leveraging this legacy of innovation, CMA empowers brands with the insights and strategies needed to navigate and succeed in the ever-evolving landscape of retail and foodservice.
Retail Formats (Channels)
The Conzumables (Co-Packing Network / Contract Manufacturing Alliance) Team are Pioneers and Experts in the Retail Format (Channel) Part of the Consumer Product Business:
- Supermarkets – Traditional
- Supermarkets – Hispanic
- Supermarkets – Mediterranean
- Supermarkets – Asian
- Club Stores
- Mass Merchants
- Drug Stores
- E-Commerce
- Limited Assortment
- Natural Retailers
- E-Commerce
- Direct-to-Consumer
- Natural Foods Coops
- Convenience Stores
- Truck Stops
- Service Plazas
- Dollar Stores
- Variety Stores
- Military – Commissaries
- Military – Shoppettes
- Veterans Canteens
- Military – Exchanges
- Ships On-Board
- Employee Stores
The Conzumables (Co-Packing Network / Contract Manufacturing Alliance) Team are Pioneers and Experts in the Retail Format (Channel) Part of the Consumer Product Business:
- Candy Stores
- Party Stores
- Beauty Supply
- Educational Stores
- Print Shops
- Duty Free Stores
- Florists
- Farm Stands
- Office Supply
- Dairies
- Specialty Foods
- Candle Stores
- Kitchen Stores
- Farmer’s Markets
- College Bookstores
- Video Game Stores
- Book Stores
- Smoke Shops
- CBD Stores
- Greeting Cards
- Hospital Gift Shops
- Hotel Gift Shops
- Wine Stores
- Craft and Hobby
- Gift Basket Co
- Audio Electronic
- Cell Phone Co
- Novelty Stores
- Religion Stores
- Baby Retailers
- Pop-Up Shops
- Toy Stores
- Maternity Stores
- Tourist Gift Shops
- Diet Food Stores
The Conzumables (Co-Packing Network / Contract Manufacturing Alliance) Team are Pioneers and Experts in the Retail Format (Channel) Part of the Consumer Product Business:
- Sporting Goods
- Bike Shops
- Golf Shops
- Ski Shops
- Skating Rinks
- Bowling Centers
- Booster Clubs
- Boxing Studios
- Sports Nutrition
- Soccer Shops
- Campgrounds
- Concession Stands
- Fitness Equipment
- Sports Apparel
- Parks and Recreation
- Athlete Fuel Stations
- Beach Stores
- Surf/Skate/Water
- Pool Supply
- Yoga Studios
- Crossfit Gyms
- Martial Arts Studios
- National Parks
- Sports Training
- RV Supply Stores
- Outdoor Stores
- Marinas
- Marine Stores
- Fitness Centers
- Rock Climbing Gyms
The Conzumables (Co-Packing Network / Contract Manufacturing Alliance) Team are Pioneers and Experts in the Retail Format (Channel) Part of the Consumer Product Business:
- Pet Supermarkets
- Pet Shops
- Animal Hospitals
- Pet Rescue Services
- Equine Stores
- Janitorial Supply
- Pet Breeders
- Groomers & Spas
- Pet Hotels
- Doggy Daycare
- Pet Kennels
- Building Supply
- Farm and Feed
- Farm Cooperative
- Farm Elevators
- Feed Dealers
- Pet E-Commerce
- Plumbing Supply
- Hardware Stores
- Lumber Stores
- Nurseries
- Auto Parts Stores
- Paint Stores
- Electrical Supply
- Agricultural Supply
- Western Wear Stores
- Farm E-Commerce
- Lighting Stores
- Industrial Supply
The Conzumables (Co-Packing Network / Contract Manufacturing Alliance) Team are Pioneers and Experts in the Retail Format (Channel) Part of the Consumer Product Business:
- Agricultural Supply
- Western Wear Stores
- Farm E-Commerce
- Lighting Stores
- Industrial Supply
- Spanish
- Jewish
- Swiss
- American
- Italian
- Indian
- Seafood
- Mexican
- Plant-Based
- Theme
- African
- Ethiopian
- Greek
- Turkish
- Family Diners
- Fine Dining
- Fast-Casual
- Natural/Vegan
- Mediterranean
- Fifties Diners
- Buffet
- Smorgasbord
- Spanish
- Brazilian
- Indonesian
- Afghan
- Chicken
- Hot Dogs
- Hamburgers
- Hawaiian
The Conzumables (Co-Packing Network / Contract Manufacturing Alliance) Team are Pioneers and Experts in the Retail Format (Channel) Part of the Consumer Product Business:
- Airlines
- Yogurt Shops
- Trains
- Ice Cream Shops
- Food Trucks
- Soda Shops
- Fish Markets
- Natural Bakeries
- Organic Bakeries
- Coffee Shops
- Jerky Stores
- Macaron Shops
- Delis
- Vending
- Popcorn Stores
- Smoothie Shops
- Pretzel Shops
- Juice Shops
- Boba Tea Shops
- Home Chefs
- Pizza Parlors
- Bars and Nightclubs
- Cupcake Shops
- Bagel Shops
- Cookie Shops
- Home & Office Delivery
- Ghost Kitchens
- Concession Stands
- Butcher Shops
- Traditional Bakeries
The Conzumables (Co-Packing Network / Contract Manufacturing Alliance) Team are Pioneers and Experts in the Retail Format (Channel) Part of the Consumer Product Business:
- Offices & Factories
- Convention Centers
- Tourist Attractions
- Medical Centers
- Bowling Centers
- Craft Breweries
- Community Theatres
- Cruise Lines
- Concert Halls
- Skate Parks
- Race-Tracks
- Hospitals
- Distilleries
- Trains
- Airports
- Wineries
- Zoos & Aquariums
- Hotels & Resorts
- Casinos
- Theme Parks
- Water Parks
- Theme Parks
- State Fairs
- Golf Courses
- Schools (K-12)
- Outdoor Festivals
- Food Halls
- Colleges & Universities
- Active Aging Centers
- Military Food Service
- Family Fun Centers
- VFW Halls
- Stadiums/Arenas
- Summer Camps
- Government
- Skating Rinks
- Movie Theatres
- Museums
- Ski Resorts
- Wedding Halls
Extension Programs for Consumer Brands
Display and Corrugated Manufacturing: The Trusted Consumer Outlets with the Contract Manufacturing Alliance created the Retail Cooperative (Retail Display Innovation Center) to Help Brands with Their Display Creation Needs.
Co-Packing Help: The Contract Manufacturing Alliance Specializes in Helping Brand Groups and Others with Their Needs for Co-Packing (for Brands of Any Type) Their Products for the Marketplace.
Online Retail Stores: The CMA Team Has Internal Experts Available to Help Brands (of All Sizes) Create Their Own Successful Online Retail Stores.
Area Sales Opportunities: The CMA Team Has Sales Teams in Most Key Parts of America Available to Discuss Sales Opportunities.
In The Store: CMA’s Own Dedicated Website Educating Brands About In-Store Categories and Sections.
Broker Manager / Master Brokers: The CMA Team Created the Sites, BrokerManager.org and MasterBrokers.org to Help Brands with Their Retail Introduction Needs into Produce Departments.
Expo Manager: The CMA Team Created the Site, ExpoManager.org to Educate Brand Groups About What Trade Events to Do and What Trade Associations to Join.
The Contract Manufacturing Alliance (Contract Manufacturers, Pilot Plants, Private Labelers, Commercial Kitchens, Food Innovation Centers and More) Was Created to Be the Key Resource For Anything to Do With Manufacturing Consumer Products (For Start-up and Emerging Brands).
Pioneering Industry Standards in Contract Packaging & Manufacturing
Established in 1992, the Contract Packaging Association (CPA) is the national, non-profit trade organization dedicated to promoting the growth and welfare of firms in the Contract Packaging / Manufacturing industry and related businesses. We offer exposure and programs designed to foster growth within our member firms.
A Century of Expertise in Consumer Product Manufacturing
The Co-Packing Network is a comprehensive national Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) advisory group deeply rooted in the diverse US and Canadian consumer product manufacturing industries. Celebrating our 100-year anniversary, our expansive history spans supermarkets, wholesaling, manufacturing, owning brands, and beyond.
The CPA’s Request for Quote (RFQ) tool allows an automated submission to CPA Members to securely submit their project details and needs. Your Request for Quote will be dispatched to CPA Members whose capabilities match your project needs, and if they can assist you, will contact you directly about their services and capabilities.
The team manages the request all-the-way through to end up with successful results. We also can become a project manager to manage the whole process (search, secure and work with one or more contract manufacturers).
The Contract Manufacturing Alliance
Creating products for the following:
Local and Regional Farmers Markets
Our incubation program connects consumer product entrepreneurs with kitchens, co-packers, and pilot plants nationwide, perfect for farmer's market operators and vendors.
Local, Regional, National Retailers
Together with our own internal and external sales partners, we help place products (retailers, e-commerce) that consumer product entrepreneurs make with their manufacturing partners. Our own www.RetailFormats.com showcases all of the retail and food service formats that are ideal for placements.
Local, Regional, National Food Service
We help entrepreneurs place their products with manufacturers in retail and food service locations via our sales partners. Check out the ideal formats at www.RetailFormats.com.
Local, Regional, National E-Commerce (Internal / External)
We create e-commerce platforms and Amazon relationships for client brands using our internal and external sales partners, with customers like Thrive Market, Abe’s Market and Wayfair.
Our Search By County Tool: Commercial Kitchens
We created the 'Search By County' Tool to help food industry start-ups find the ideal commercial kitchen (also known as a commissary kitchen, kitchen incubator) in their area. We list the commercial kitchens by county and by zip code.
Look for our other programs relating to help with working with farmer's markets; our commercial kitchen incubation programs for clients of commercial kitchens and our own efforts helping create new kitchens.
Our family has been involved within the consumer product industry (US based manufacturing, retailing, distribution) since the early 1920’s. From the first generation to the latest, our best practices have been handed down over time leading to a long legacy of successes in the business (manufacturing, retailing, distribution and more).
Contract Packaging (CP) is the official magazine for the Contract Packaging Association, published three times each year by PMMI Media Group (owners of Packaging World magazine). Dedicated exclusively to contract packaging issues and news, each issue is overseen by Editor-in-Chief, Anne Marie Mohan.
20,000 qualified packaging professionals receive each edition of CP. These professionals are individuals who have indicated that they have purchase involvement in contract packaging and related services and products. Magazine recipients are also contract packagers, who are CPA members.
www.ContractPackaging.org
