President since 2017, Colleen Lindholz has been credited as the architect of the company’s Food as Medicine strategy.
Category: The Kroger Co.
Kroger, established in 1883 by Bernard Kroger in Cincinnati, Ohio, swiftly gained recognition for its steadfast commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. As of 2023, it operates over 2,800 locations across multiple states in the U.S.
The Kroger Co. Family of Stores includes: Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Food 4 Less, Foods Co., Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Gerbes, Jay C Food Store, King Soopers, Kroger, Mariano’s, Metro Market, Pay-Less Super Markets, Pick’n Save, QFC, Ralphs, Ruler and Smith’s Food and Drug.
Distinguished for its diverse range of offerings, the brand provides customers with a comprehensive selection of groceries, household goods, and specialty items. The supermarket chain’s dedication to innovation and community engagement resonates with consumers seeking convenience and quality. In 1901 the company started producing its bread, becoming one of the first grocery stores to have its own bakeries. This move ensured freshness and quality for its customers. By consistently adapting to changing consumer preferences and investing in technological advancements, Kroger remains a trusted destination for a varied shopping experience catering to a wide array of customer needs.
Kroger Celebrates Grand Reopening Of Cordova, TN Store
Kroger’s Delta Division celebrated the grand reopening of Kroger Store 426 in Cordova, Tennessee, following a $2 million investment. The store, at 1675 N. Germantown Parkway, has been at that location since 1998. Delta Division associates joined elected officials, community leaders and Cordova residents for the celebration. The $2 million investment included a new Kroger […]
Kroger Sees Grocery Becoming A Managed Service In AI Future
EVP and Chief Digital Officer Yael Cosset said that AI won’t replace human connection and should be used to give associates more time to develop those connections.
Kroger Atlanta Division Hosting Wellness Events
The final event will be this Friday 2-6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Kroger Texas Reopens Fort Worth-Area Store After $2.5M Remodel
Expanded selections in the bakery, deli, produce, floral, meat and seafood departments were part of the refresh.
Harris Teeter Commits $253M To Charlotte Refreshes, 3 New Stores
Different locations will get their own set of upgrades, touching both products and store facilities.
Kroger’s Martinsville, IN, Remodel Part Of Year’s $200M Investments
Central Division President Mike Goodwin said the goal of the remodel was to make the store more convenient and comfortable.
Kroger Q2 Identical Sales Up 0.2%; Sales Guidance Lowered
Adjusted e-commerce sales was a bright spot for the grocer, growing 20 percent during the quarter.
Kroger Reopens Granbury, TX, Marketplace After $2M Remodel
The project is among the 27 refreshes the Texas Division has planned in the state this year.
Kroger Adding Another Former Walmart Exec As Store Ops Chief
Mark Ibbotson held senior leadership roles at Walmart and its former U.K. subsidiary Asda, building a reputation for innovation.
Kroger Wellness Tour Brings Weekend In-Store Activations, 4 Mini-Fests In September
Kroger’s September Wellness Tour puts pharmacists, dietitians and OptUP sampling in stores every Friday and Saturday, plus four community mini-fest events.
Kroger, MUST Expand School Pantry Network in Atlanta
Kroger’s Atlanta Division and MUST Ministries opened a food pantry at South Atlanta High School expected to serve about 150 families each month.
Kroger Pumps $4.4M Into Two Remodels, Local Giving
Kroger marked the completion of work at stores in Greencastle, Indiana, and Little Rock, Arkansas, with donations to local nonprofits.
Kroger, Instacart Launch Grocery, Prescription Delivery
The service is available across nearly all the grocer’s banners nationwide, including Fred Meyer, Ralphs and Harris Teeter.
Kroger Cheese Becomes Edible Art At Indiana State Fair
The annual cheese sculpture takes about 250 hours to complete, “The Cheese Lady” Sarah Kaufmann says.
Kroger Atlanta Prepping For $45.7M Marketplace In Statesboro
The store represents a significant investment in the community, which is home to Georgia Southern University.
Kroger Central Finishes Pay Less Remodel In Lafayette, IN
The Beck Lane location is a part of an “ambitious” investment plan for the division this year.
Kroger Atlanta Division Exceeds Goal In Child Hunger Campaign
The division raised more than two and a half times its $50,000 goal.
Kroger Delta Division Unveils Refreshed Oxford, MS, Store
One of the top-performing locations in the division, the refreshed store celebrates its Ole Miss ties.
Kroger Cuts Ribbon On Renovations At North GA Store
The Gainesville store project included a new floral department and a new Murray’s Cheese shop.
