Crystal Seiler, who joined Festival Foods in 2020 as finance director, has been promoted to the company’s VP of finance, where she will play a role in constructing and leading financial strategies. Festival Foods said Seiler has made significant contributions, including spearheading the transformation of finance and accounting functions to deliver precise and insightful financial […]
Author Archives: Sommer Stockton
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 inPackaging News, National
Study Highlights Understanding of Packaging, Food Waste
New research from Michigan State University’s School of Packaging sheds light on how consumers’ understanding of packaging technology may help combat the growing problem of food waste. Minding the Gap: Consumer Awareness of Packaging & Food Waste Reduction, a white paper summarizing MSU’s research, offers key insights into types of wasted food and package design […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Fareway Finalizes Plans For New Location In Eldora, IA
Fareway Stores Inc. plans to relocate the current Eldora Fareway store to a new location across the street from the current site in Eldora, Iowa. The new construction will provide for a 10,600-square- foot store. Site work and demolition is set to start in early 2024, with a projected open date in 2025. “Fareway has […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Foodtown Of 204th Street Celebrates Grand Reopening
PSK Supermarkets, a member of Allegiance Retail Services, a retailer owned grocery co-op, is celebrating the grand reopening of Foodtown of East 204th Street in the Bainbridge section of the Bronx, New York. According to Noah Katz, president and CEO of PSK Supermarkets and ARS board member, the grand reopening of this store marks a milestone […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Grocery Outlet Opens Sixth Location In Maryland
Grocery Outlet opened its first store in the Carroll County, Maryland, marketplace on Nov. 16. This marks Grocery Outlet’s sixth location in the state, joining stores in Catonsville, Edgewood, Glen Burnie, Hagerstown and Salisbury. Independent owners and operators Gregory and Amber Phelps signed a lease with Continental Realty Corporation for 22,069 square feet of space […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Brookshire Grocery Co., Southwest
Brookshire Grocery Co. Distributes $3.6M In Employee Christmas Checks
Brookshire Grocery Co. is giving a $3.6 million investment to its employees in the form of special checks for Christmas. All employee-partners, with at least one year of uninterrupted service, will receive the equivalent of one-half week’s pay. Those with less than one year of service will receive prorated amounts. “These checks are an early […]
Posted inCenter Store, National, Private Label Brands
Top Trends From PLMA 2023
Sponsored content The 2023 PLMA Private Label Trade Show has wrapped up after another great year in Chicago. This year’s show broke records with noticeable growth in exhibits compared to 2022, and record numbers of non-food exhibitors. Plenty of trends were visible, from spicy flavors on just about everything to coconut products making a strong […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Executive News, Southeast
Publix Shares Additional Officer Promotions
Kevin Murphy, who was recently announced as Publix’s next CEO, has shared three officer promotions, which also will be effective Jan. 1. With John Goff’s upcoming promotion to president, Norman Badger will become SVP of retail operations and Chris Shaw will be the new VP of product business development for grocery. To enhance the company’s […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Merchandising News, National
Prices Remain Big Worry During Thanksgiving Season
According to Acosta’s proprietary shopper community, prices remain a “big concern” this Thanksgiving, with 40 percent of consumers looking for deals, “using coupons and comparison shopping.” Acosta reports that a majority of hosts plan to prepare the entire holiday meal themselves, while 40 percent plan to attend Thanksgiving as a guest. The company also found […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Inserra Supermarkets Opens ShopRite In Elmwood Park
Inserra Supermarkets Inc., a family-owned and operated New Jersey-based company, celebrated the grand opening Nov. 17 of a ShopRite store at 180 Broadway in Elmwood Park. At the ribbon cutting ceremony, the company presented a $10,000 check to the Community FoodBank of New Jersey. It also donated $5,000 in gift cards to the Elmwood Park […]
Posted inExecutive News, West
Stater Bros. Elevates Salazar To New Roles
Stater Bros. Markets has promoted Gil Salazar to SVP of information technology and chief information officer, reporting to Pete Van Helden, CEO and board chairman. Salazar will continue to lead a team that is driving technological innovation critical to the company’s future. He also will remain on the company’s executive leadership team. Salazar recently headed […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, Midwest
Whole Foods Market Relocating To New Site In Madison, WI
Whole Foods Market’s new 50,000-square-foot store, which will open Dec. 13 at 4710 Madison Yards Way in Madison, Wisconsin, is a relocation of its current store in the capital city. The Madison Whole Foods Market site will anchor the 21-acre Madison Yards mixed-use development, where other retail, restaurants and entertainment will surround a central green […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Bravo Supermarkets, West
Island Pacific Ranks Among Best Large Workplaces In Retail
Island Pacific Supermarket, a City of Industry, California-based Filipino supermarket chain, has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the “Top 20 Best Large Workplaces in Retail.” According to the grocer, the accolade celebrates its commitment to creating a positive and inclusive work environment, as well as showcasing its dedication to the Filipino community. […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Executive News, Southeast
Publix Makes Several Executive Moves With Promotions
Publix has shared several executive promotions that will take effect Jan. 1: CEO Todd Jones will become executive chairman, with President Kevin Murphy promoted to CEO and SVP John Goff to president. In addition, Chairman Ed Crenshaw will remain on the board as chairman emeritus. Jones began his career in 1980 as a front service […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Fareway Raises $129K During Iowa Wave Shirt Campaign
The Iowa Wave Shirt partnered for the third consecutive year with Fareway Stores to conduct a round-up, raising more than $129,092 for the nonprofit that supports the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital. During the campaign, which ran for two weeks ahead of the Iowa-Iowa State football game in September, customers at all stores […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest
Kraft Heinz Shares Updates To Executive Leadership Team
The Kraft Heinz Co. has added new members to its executive leadership team that will partner with Carlos Abrams-Rivera when he assumes the CEO role beginning in the 2024 fiscal year. Abrams-Rivera will take over from Miguel Patricio, who has served as CEO since 2019 and chair of the board since 2022. Patricio will transition […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
Blue Star Foods, Sysco Sign 2-Year Bid Award Purchase Agreement
Blue Star Foods Corp. recently signed a two-year bid award purchase agreement with Sysco Corp. The Bid Award Purchase Agreement is effective immediately and is for purchase of Blue Star’s brands, such as Blue Star, Pacifika and Good Stuff. “Market demand is always shifting its dynamics. We worked with Sysco’s strategic sourcing team in achieving […]
Posted inProduce News, West
ReposiTrak Adds Produce Distributor, New Supplier
ReposiTrak has added a specialty produce distributor and a chile supplier to its Traceability Network. The new users will exchange complex, FDA-required Key Data Elements for each Critical Tracking Event in the supply chain, ensuring compliance ahead of the January 2026 deadline. The produce distributor and supplier will use ReposiTrak Traceability Network to do traceability with […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest
Grocery Outlet Enters Ninth State With Ohio Store Opening
Grocery Outlet has entered its ninth state with the recent opening of its store in Boardman, Ohio. The Boardman store will share independent operators Eric and Sarah Senges with a second location in New Castle, Pennsylvania, only 17 miles apart. The couple shares a combined background of more than 30 years in retail, including previously […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
Save Mart, Lucky, FoodMaxx Stores Available On DoorDash
DoorDash has begun a partnership with The Save Mart Companies to bring Save Mart, Lucky and FoodMaxx locations to the DoorDash Marketplace. Consumers across California and Nevada can access Save Mart, Lucky and FoodMaxx on DoorDash to get groceries delivered. “We are excited to extend the reach and accessibility of our fresh quality offerings, local […]