Celebrating Excellence: Black Buffalo's 2024 Herd Preferred Award Winners Announced
In an exciting announcement on April 14, 2025, Black Buffalo, the foremost modern alternative to conventional smokeless tobacco, declared the winners of the prestigious 2024 Herd Preferred Awards. This annual accolade honors exemplary retail partners who have demonstrated outstanding performance, setting a standard in metrics such as sales volume and overall commitment to the smokeless tobacco alternatives category.
The Herd Preferred Awards spotlight retailers who shone in 2024, showcasing an impressive array of chains recognized for their achievements. This year’s winners include notable names such as Discount Tobacco Outlet, FiveStar, GetGo, Jacksons, Love's, Pilot Company, QuikTrip, RaceTrac, Rutter's, Sheetz, Smoker Friendly, Smokin' Joe's, Town Pump, Wawa, Weigel's, and Wild Bill's Tobacco. Each of these retailers not only excelled in total can volume and cans per week (CPW) but also exhibited a profound commitment to expanding the category while responsibly serving adult nicotine consumers.
Matthew Hanson, Chief Growth Officer at Black Buffalo, praised the awardees, stating, "Our 2024 Herd Preferred Award winners represent the best retailers in America. Their exceptional sales efforts and dedication to providing a wide range of tobacco alternatives for adult consumers are commendable. We eagerly anticipate continued collaboration and success with our retail partners, particularly our Herd Preferred Award winners, as we move into 2025 and beyond."
The evaluation process for these awards was grounded in objective metrics, utilizing full-year shipment data from Management Science Associates, Inc. (MSAi). Notably, only those retail chains that offered Black Buffalo products throughout the entire year were considered for this recognition. The assessment encompassed all aspects of performance, ensuring a fair and comprehensive evaluation.
Black Buffalo's commitment to supporting its retail partners and fostering relationships across the country remains unwavering. The Herd Preferred Awards not only honor excellence but also emphasize the importance of collaboration with retailers. This endeavor is essential for promoting awareness and growth within the smokeless tobacco alternatives market, which is becoming increasingly relevant to adult consumers.
Furthermore, Black Buffalo encourages other retailers to join the movement toward providing innovative tobacco alternatives. If you are interested in carrying Black Buffalo products, you can reach out to their team for more information.
In conclusion, the 2024 Herd Preferred Awards serve as a reminder of the remarkable achievements within the smokeless tobacco alternative sector. With a focus on quality, performance, and consumer satisfaction, Black Buffalo continues to be a leader in the industry, paving the way for future successes and collaborations. As the landscape of tobacco continues to evolve, the dedication of retailers recognized this year will undoubtedly influence the market positively and contribute to a healthier future for nicotine consumers.
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