Truegrade
The exclusive distributor for
Le Stagioni d’Italia in United States
Always working with transparency and integrity, we are committed to sourcing and importing the best quiality food & beverage product lines, private label, and logistical services to a diverse list of distribution channels including supermarkets, specialty gourmet independents, club stores, foodservices, stadiums and cruise lines.
By actively working to provide sustainable solutions and by fostering meaningful relationships with clients, suppliers and vendors alike, we continue expanding our scope from regional and national coverage, into a global player in the food & beverage supply chain.
Who We Are
As a forward-thinking, vertically integrated importer, exporter, and distributor with a youthful disposition and passion for excellence, we take pride in being a partner who delivers sustainable solutions through flexible, innovative, and traceable methods.
Our Mission
To strengthen and streamline the food and beverage supply chains by fostering meaningful relationships with customers and suppliers, as well as through efficient, sustainable, and mindful sourcing of quality food products.
Our Vision
By strengthening our culture of integrity and transparency, we envision True Grade as an elite purveyor and curator of the best quality foods and beverages on a global scale.
What we do
At TrueGrade, our principles ans ur people are the essence of our business. We proudly put our core values of integrity, Sustainability, Quality and Relationships front and center so they’ll continue guiding us, our partners and our suppliers to continued growth and success.
TRUE Integrity
We stay true to our customers, partners, and ourselves by holding ourselves accountable and by ensuring everyone at True Grade does the right things the right way.
TRUE Sustainability
We make an effort to source mindfully and responsibly, partnering with growers, producers and manufacturers to ensure higher standards and a brighter tomorrow.
TRUE Quality
Quality products don’t hide their origins. At True Grade our commitment to traceability and sustainability are only matched by the quality of our offerings.
TRUE People
We’re a people-driven company because at the heart of our business and our values are our people and the relationships we’ve made along the way.
Reaching
Nationally
- Source and import innovative food products of the highest quality, direct from agricultural producers like Le Stagioni d'Italia.
- Use TrueGrade's centralized warehouse to receive and distribute products to national retail distribution centers;
- Follow Category Review calendars to present to target retailers;
- Reach retailers at the national or regional distribution centers;
- Offer marketing and merchandising calendars customized to each retailer;
- Use brokers to provide retail in-store support
Go to market
As an importer, our aim at TrueGrade is to ensure each of our shelved items are targeted for long term success. Our sales and marketing strategies are custom designed for each product and retail location to maximize consumer awareness and brand loyalty.
We have a wealth of resources and industry knowledge to help guide our clients in developing strategies to achieve superior goals in the market. we do this with the help of our deep relationships at all levels of the food industry.
Category Management
Data analysis, market statistics, trends, competitive comparisons, pricing strategies, and digital marketing are some of the ways TruGrade grows each category segment. Our sales team offers constant feedback while using modern technology to track data.
Merchandising
TrueGrade invests in state-of-the-art technology, training for retail merchandising teams, and on-the-ground support, offering our retail partners recommended orders, sell sheets, and other training aids.
Distribution
Our fleet of trucks currently provides for direct distribution for the entire Southeast coast of Florida. In addition, TrueGrade arranges logistics across the USA for a cost effective and timely delivery.
Logistics
From our supplier's fields to customer's tables, TrueGrade properly manages a smooth and efficient supply chain. We have an experienced team to handle all the variables and challeges of direct importing so that you can focus on sales and growth.