Regional sourcing Capitalize on the co-op's strong emphasis on local suppliers and Wisconsin seasonal produce to pitch partnerships with nearby farms, processors, and dairy co-ops for exclusive regional SKUs, seasonal bundles, and co-branded promotions.

Community ownership Leverage the community-owned model to propose membership-driven initiatives, owner recruitment programs, and loyalty partnerships with local businesses that can drive foot traffic and cross-promotions within Menomonie and Eau Claire markets.

Multi-location expansion Target expansion-related opportunities around Block 7 and the Eau Claire store by offering construction-ready inventory programs, merchandising support, and local supplier onboarding to accelerate store readiness and market presence.

Grant-backed sourcing Utilize the Fund Its Foodshed Grant program history to propose grant-aligned projects with suppliers (e.g., value-added products or agro-tourism events) that can unlock co-op funding for pilot product lines and regional dairy, meat, or produce initiatives.

Tech-enabled ops Offer integrated solutions that align with their tech stack (QuickBooks, Shopify, Stripe, Mailchimp) for streamlined procurement, e-commerce promotions, owner/member communications, and donor/grant reporting to improve efficiency and sales traction.