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HI Intercoastal Group

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Strategy, sourcing, and retail growth built on real industry relationships.

HI Intercoastal Group helps manufacturers, retailers, and distribution partners grow within the U.S. specialty food market through strategic sales development, sourcing, retail planning, and customized growth solutions.

Built on deep industry experience and trusted relationships, we help partners identify opportunities, strengthen positioning, expand distribution, and turn strategy into practical, measurable results.

ABOUT US

Ways We Partner

Every business has different goals, challenges, and growth opportunities. HI Intercoastal Group partners with clients in flexible, customized ways. We collaborate to form strategic planning, sales development, sourcing and product innovation, and retail program execution.

HI Intercoastal Group

Strategic Planning

  • Category strategy

  • Assortment planning

  • Retailer positioning

  • Space productivity analysis

Retail Program Execution

  • Retail-specific deli programs

  • Cheese category architecture

  • Merchandising systems

Sourcing & Product Innovation

  • Product sourcing

  • International supplier relationships

  • Trend identification

  • Innovation opportunities

Sales Development

  • Retailer presentations

  • Distribution and sales strategy

  • Go-to-market planning

  • Account management support

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OUR TEAM

Led by Heather Iafrate, HI Intercoastal Group brings together deep specialty food industry experience, relationship-driven business development, and a fresh perspective on sales, marketing, and brand engagement.

Heather Iafrate & Anna Getner. HI Intercoastal Group
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Have a question, opportunity, or idea to explore? Whether you are looking to grow in the U.S. market, strengthen retail strategy, or start a conversation about what’s next, we’d be happy to hear from you.

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