C-Stores Network: Sundry Shops

The co-founders of the Contract Manufacturing Alliance (CMA) and the C-Stores Network are extending their innovative cooperative model into retail stores and micro markets located in residential and hospitality-style buildings, such as apartments, timeshares, and similar properties, nationwide. With hundreds of thousands of these types of buildings, many featuring retail stores or micro markets with food service options, they recognized an opportunity to create a unifying initiative that supports these unique retail environments. Their vision is to establish a cooperative branded as Sundry Shop, which would serve as the IGA model for other building store types, providing these outlets with a stronger voice and enhanced operational support. This initiative focuses on elevating the retail offerings within these properties to meet the diverse needs of their residents and guests.

Sundry Shop is designed to streamline operations for these retail spaces by offering access to shared resources, optimized supply chains, and tailored merchandising strategies. From quick snacks and beverages to ready-to-eat meals, household essentials, and personal care items, the cooperative ensures that these stores can deliver high-quality, convenient options to their customers. By establishing a cohesive brand identity, Sundry Shop enables retail spaces in apartments, timeshares, and similar buildings to maintain a competitive edge while driving customer satisfaction. With the co-founders’ proven expertise in developing cooperative models, Sundry Shop positions itself as a transformative solution, uniting these scattered retail operations under one banner and fostering growth and profitability in this burgeoning market.