With new trends and innovations continuously changing the way the food and beverage industry operates, it’s essential for our team to adapt, absorb shifts, and cultivate strategies to best serve our expansive roster of industry clients. Over the last few years, one of our essential research and engagement stops has been Niagara University’s annual Food…  Read more

Uncertainty and general unease may be steering consumer behavior these days, but that isn’t stopping the food and beverage industry from charging ahead with some exciting innovations and breakthrough concepts that are shaping the future of how brands connect with their customers. From new ingredients to changing consumer tastes to the overall impact of artificial…  Read more

This summer’s FIFA Club World Cup delivered a memorable spectacle—complete with underdog stories, unexpected endings, attention-grabbing off-field drama, and world-class on-field performances. It also gave America a much-needed dress rehearsal for next summer’s World Cup.  The recently concluded FIFA Club World Cup—which saw Chelsea prevail over a field of 32 teams—was pitched as an ideal…  Read more

The Super Bowl isn’t just a game—it’s a global stage where brands, organizations, and cultural movements collide. This year marked my sixth year attending and participating in Super Bowl week. Now one month past—and able to properly reflect on this year’s occasion—I can say it was an amazing, event-filled experience, and one full of insights…  Read more

Relatively few industries touch nearly everyone in America—but healthcare is one of them. Whether it’s the rising cost of medical care, the challenge of finding a primary care physician, or deciding whether to get a flu shot, healthcare decisions are a great equalizer. Changes in this industry can significantly impact all of us, so what’s…  Read more

Thanksgiving is a time for getting together with family and friends—but it’s also a time to enjoy a traditional holiday menu that, in most families’ cases, hasn’t been updated in generations. One suspected reason for this: these menus are delicious. People love a slow-roasted turkey with stuffing and potatoes and green bean casserole and long…  Read more

Not a day goes by that we don’t hear how artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way we live and work. It’s a seismic shift; and in many industries, AI has fundamentally transformed the way companies conduct business, communicate with customers, and solve pain points that continue to impact both. This couldn’t be truer than…  Read more

It’s no secret that the food industry has been in a difficult position since the COVID-19 pandemic. Rising food and labor costs combine with a workforce that is looking for a lot more from their employers and consumers who are tightening their wallets due to economic uncertainty. Couple that with, as Lizzy Freier from Technomic…  Read more

On March 28, 2024, with the help of The Martin Group’s public relations team, experienced sports executive, pro athlete, and Western New York native Peter Marlette, Jr. announced the formation of Buffalo Pro Soccer, his ambitious plan to bring a men’s USL Championship club and a brand-new soccer stadium to the Queen City by 2026,…  Read more