A day after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released its report finding that big national grocery chains exploited disruptions in the supply chain caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Grocers Association (NGA) is calling on key Congressional leaders to push for solutions to level the playing field. The letter, addressed to Sens. Amy Klobuchar […]
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Digital Content Editor
Sommer joined The Shelby Report in January 2022 after graduating from Brenau University in Gainesville, GA, with a B.A. and M.A. in Communications and Media Studies. As Digital Content Editor, she leverages her expertise in digital strategy and content creation to enhance The Shelby Report’s online presence and engage readers.
Committed to the grocery industry, Sommer also serves on an advisory committee with the National Grocers Association (NGA), advocating for independent grocers. She enjoys exploring emerging trends and delivering actionable insights to the Shelby community.
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Adds Two Florida Locations To Expanding Store Count
The Lakeland, Florida-based Publix has added two supermarkets – at 11635 Moccasin Wallow Road in Parrish and another at 2335 N. Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando – to its expanding list of Sunshine State locations. These Florida stores offer departments for grocery, dairy, frozen food, seafood, meat and fresh produce, as well as a full-service bakery, deli […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Breaks Ground On Second Joe V’s Smart Shop In Dallas
Joe V’s Smart Shop by H-E-B has broken ground on its second location in Dallas, continuing the brand’s expansion beyond the Houston area into the DFW Metroplex. H-E-B, a San Antonio-based multi-format retailer, announced plans last year to build the Joe V’s Smart Shop at 5204 S. Buckner Blvd. It is expected to open in […]
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, National
FMI Promotes Four To New Leadership Positions
FMI – The Food Industry Association has promoted several key team staff members to elevated leadership roles within the organization. “Our members recognize that the strength of FMI lies in its dedicated and talented staff and the pool of exemplary professionals we’ve promoted assures that our leadership trajectory remains stalwartly focused on the broader mission […]
Posted inWeis Markets, Executive News, Health & Wellness, Independent Store News, Northeast
Weis Markets Promotes Cicco To VP Of Pharmacy
Weis Markets has promoted Nick Cicco to VP of pharmacy, responsible for strategy development and overseeing the day-to-day merchandising, operation and management of the company’s 127 pharmacies. Cicco, who previously held the position of senior director of pharmacy operations, also is responsible for managing Weis’ team of dietitians. He reports to COO Kurt Schertle. Cicco […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest
SpartanNash Foundation Begins Fundraiser For Special Olympics
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash has announced its annual in-store fundraising campaign through its foundation, supporting Special Olympics athletes and State Summer Games in nine states. “Throughout our 40-year partnership with Special Olympics, we’ve seen the true power of inclusion and the incredible impact it has on the lives of the athletes, including some of our own […]
Posted inCoborn's, Deli News, Independent Store News, Midwest
Coborn’s, Picadeli Begin Salad Bar Pilot Program
Coborn’s has partnered with Swedish salad company Picadeli to add high-tech salad bars to two Minnesota locations: at Coborn’s in Sauk Rapids and at Cash Wise Foods in Waite Park. The new salad bars are part of a pilot program in the region, which is expected to expand to 13 additional stores later this year. Unlike […]
Posted inProduce News, Sustainability News, West
The Save Mart Companies, Flashfood Partner To Reduce Waste
Flashfood has partnered with The Save Mart Companies to divert food waste from landfills by offering reduced prices on groceries nearing their sell-by date. The Flashfood app is available at 44 Lucky stores in the greater San Francisco Bay Area and will expand to all of The Save Mart Companies’ banner locations in California and […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger, Nutri-Grain Donate $50K To No Kid Hungry
Kroger is partnering with Nutri-Grain to donate $50,000 to No Kid Hungry, which works with organizations, schools and community groups across Ohio, including the Children’s Hunger Alliance and Ohio School-Based Health Alliance. “Today, one in five kids face hunger. It doesn’t have to be this way, and we are proud to be a part of the solution […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Beverage News, Feature, Northeast
PepsiCo Celebrating Anniversary With ‘Faster, Stronger, Better’ Approach
New York-based PepsiCo prides itself on the diverse portfolio of its iconic brands. Celebrating its 125th anniversary, the company recently rolled out a new logo to refresh the visual identity of the brand. It also advertised some of its new innovations, including Mountain Dew Baja Blast, during the 2024 Super Bowl. It has been a […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Feature, National, Sustainability News
AI ‘On The Tip Of Every Tongue’ Within Grocery Industry
Technology, sustainability, asset protection and implementation of the Food Safety Modernization Act’s traceability rule are among areas of concern for the grocery industry, according to Doug Baker, VP of industry relations at FMI – The Food Industry Association. Baker talked with The Griffin Report’s Maggie Kaeppel during the recent FMI Midwinter Executive Conference. Baker said […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Instacart Lands Media Rating Council Accreditation
Instacart has become one of the first grocery tech companies – and one of few retail media networks – to receive accreditation from the Media Rating Council (MRC). As of March 19, the nonprofit MRC granted Instacart accreditation for impression, click and viewability metrics across the following advertising formats – sponsored product, display, shoppable display […]
Posted inHarris Teeter, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Harris Teeter Fills Backpacks With Food For Carolina Kids
As part of the company’s annual meeting, Harris Teeter store managers and directors, alongside leaders from the Harris Teeter Store Support Center, filled 13,500 backpacks with food for donation to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina in Charlotte, North Carolina. “It was inspiring to work alongside 300 of Harris Teeter’s valued ‘VolunTeeters’ to give […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Resident Input Helped Shape New ShopRite In Old Bridge, NJ
ShopRite held a grand opening March 17 for a new 80,000-square-foot store with pharmacy in the Glenwood Green Shopping Plaza in Old Bridge, New Jersey, that replaces a former location. ShopRite surveyed residents to learn what they wanted in the new store, with those responses playing a role in the overall design and product selection. […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
SpartanNash Elevates Zube To EVP, Chief HR Officer
Citing her key role since September 2022 in advancing the company’s “People First” strategy to attract, develop and retain top talent, SpartanNash has promoted Nicole Zube from SVP to EVP and chief human resources officer. Under Zube’s leadership, SpartanNash achieved its 2023 Key Performance Indicators for safety and associate retention, performing in the top-quartile among […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, National
Meat Report: Consumption Solid, Shopper Trends Changing
The number of Americans who describe themselves as meat eaters (80 percent) and the number of households that buy meat (98 percent) remain steady from 2023, while the number seeking to lower meat consumption has fallen by 20 percent since 2020. These were among the findings in the 19th annual Power of Meat report released […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Albertsons, Association News, National
FMI, Meat Institute Select 2024 Leaders of Tomorrow
To kick off the 2024 Annual Meat Conference that runs March 18-20 in Nashville, Tennessee, the Meat Institute and FMI – The Food Industry Association revealed the 10 winners of its 2024 Leaders of Tomorrow Program. They include: Tammy Gonzales, Cargill; Jennifer Hicks, Mitchell Grocery Corp. Nicole Koch, Seaboard Foods; Marie-Pier Labarre, Cascades; Hillary Niblock, […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Midwest
Kroger Debuts Several Our Brands Seafood Items
The Kroger Co. has unveiled several new Our Brands seafood products that can be prepared in the oven, microwave and air fryer. “Seafood at home has never been so quick, easy and delicious,” said Juan De Paoli, VP of Our Brands for Kroger. “Simplifying weeknight meals, elevating a family dinner or putting a new spin […]
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest
Meijer Adds Closed-Loop Measurement To Retail Media Network
Meijer’s introduction of closed-loop measurement for display advertising on and offsite through Meijer Media, its retail media network, provides brand partners better visibility to sales impact through campaigns in-store and online. The company offers enhanced capabilities to customize customer messaging and deliver targeted content onsite, in-app, offsite or on social media. “Meijer Media has grown […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast, Supply Chain News
Fabric Aids Retailers’ Local Fulfillment Through Robotics
Retired brigadier general, CEO and robotics technology specialist are not words that often describe the same person. However, they do apply to New York-based Fabric’s CEO, Avi “Jack” Jacoby. Jacoby joined Fabric in 2018 as chief of staff before being named COO and then CEO of the Israel market, his and the company’s country of […]