Strategic Leadership Transition The recent appointment of Pierre St-Laurent as President and CEO signifies a potential shift in company strategy and operational focus, offering sales opportunities to provide tailored solutions that align with new leadership priorities.

Digital Expansion Initiatives Partnerships with Instacart and Uber Eats, along with the launch of online shopping platforms, create avenues for technology providers and digital marketing firms to support and enhance Empire's e-commerce growth and customer engagement efforts.

Growth in Food Education The introduction of the Better Food Movement demonstrates a commitment to health and nutrition education, presenting opportunities for health-focused brands, fitness entities, and wellness platforms to collaborate on targeted marketing campaigns.

Innovative Community Campaigns Programs like Feed the Dream lunchbox showcase Empire’s focus on community engagement and brand loyalty, making it a promising prospect for partners in branding, content creation, and community outreach.

Market Positioning and Competition With a revenue profile of up to $25 million and a sizable workforce, Empire’s positioning within the competitive retail and real estate sectors suggests opportunities for suppliers of retail technology, logistics solutions, and real estate services to establish strategic partnerships.