The construction of INFRA’s new headquarters in West St. Paul, MN is underway, with a grand opening slated for late May of 2024! The new office space, previously a warehouse, has been designed in collaboration with Christian Dean Architecture to be a representation of INFRA’s commitment to...
April is Earth Month at INFRA, a time to celebrate our planet and take action to protect it. Here at the INFRA office, we are participating in a month of climate action fun and engaging educational activities! INFRA continuously works to provide discounts and resources to members aimed at...
Pat Sheridan, INFRA President & CEO Normally when I write my letter for this edition of the newsletter, we’re deep in the midst of winter here in Minnesota. Several inches of snow, wind chill still a reality, and slippery roads and sidewalks a daily part of life. But not this year....
In 2023, INFRA welcomed 48 retailers into membership. Spanning a wide range of regions and sizes, we’re so excited to welcome these exceptional stores into our membership of over 340 members and 570 retail locations. We are also excited to welcome in...
B-Street Market, Mountainair, NM. Founded: 2017 B-Street Market is committed to improving food access in their community and is proud to be the only year-round approved Farmers Market in a store in New Mexico. Along with a deli and café serving fresh sandwiches, B Street ownership is looking...
Leading the Movement. Driving the Industry. Feeding the Community. These three powerful statements combined into a vision have served us well over the past several years. So why change? INFRA has grown over the past few years, responding to a changing industry, an evolving membership, and...
I’m having a hard time wrapping my head around the fact that this is the third and final year of my third and final term on the INFRA Board . It all began when Diane Lahodny from Campbell’s Nutrition urged me to consider running for the board in 2015 . When she asked, my initial ...
INFRA started as four retailers that had an idea. Now, we’re made up of 347 retailers and 602 storefronts across the nation. Hear from one of INFRA’s retailers and board member, Summer Auerbach from Rainbow Blossom Natural Food Markets , about how INFRA’s founding helped Summer find community...
This quarter has been an incredible period of growth and celebration for our INFRA staff. Join us in welcoming new staff members and recognizing employee milestones. We couldn't do what we do without such a dedicated and driven team. Work Anniversaries Matt Olson, Fresh...
Bethlehem Food Co-op, Bethlehem PA. Founded: 2013 Bethlehem Food Co-op in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania will be a community-owned, full-service grocery store. They have been planning and organizing for over 10 years and are proud to be 1425+ members strong. Bethlehem Food Co-op is...