Cencosud, a South American retailer, has entered into an agreement with funds managed by an affiliate of Apollo Global Management Inc. to acquire 67 percent of The Fresh Market Holdings Inc. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, The Fresh Market supermarket chain has 160 leased stores across 22 states, with an average […]
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Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Corporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, Southeast
BJ’s Wholesale Club To Open New Location May 13 In Lady Lake, FL
BJ’s Wholesale Club will open its newest club location May 13 in Lady Lake, Florida. The club, located at 13585 NE 86th Path, will bring the company’s total U.S. stores to 229. The club will have a BJ’s Gas location on-site and offer members the opportunity to earn discounts through the BJ’s Fuel Saver Program. The Lady […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
Walmart, Sam’s Club Join With Feeding America On Hunger Campaign
With one in six people in North Texas experiencing food insecurity, Arkansas-based Walmart and Sam’s Club are supporting the Feeding America nationwide network of food banks, including the North Texas Food Bank, through the ninth annual campaign, “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” The campaign runs in-store and online through May 15. There are three ways to […]
Posted inSustainability News, Corporate Store News, West
Sprouts Farmers Market Releases 2021 ESG Report
Phoenix, Arizona-based Sprouts Farmers Market Inc. has published its 2021 “Environmental, Social and Governance Report,” highlighting the grocer’s ongoing progress in growing its business sustainably and responsibly. “I’m very pleased with the meaningful achievements we made on our ESG initiatives in 2021,” said Jack Sinclair, CEO of Sprouts Farmers Market. “Our accomplishments reinforce the commitment of […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest
SpartanNash Announces In-Store Fundraiser To Benefit Special Olympics
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash will hold its annual fundraising campaign through the company’s foundation, supporting Special Olympics athletes and State Summer Games in eight states. Participating SpartanNash stores and fuel centers will work with store guests for 12 days to raise funds and awareness for its Special Olympics partners and athletes. Store guests at SpartanNash stores across eight states – […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Executive News, Northeast
Giant Food Hires Wanner As VP Of Human Resources
Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food has hired Brian Wanner as VP of human resources, effective May 9. In his new role, Wanner will be responsible for leading end-to-end human resources functions, including spearheading the development and evolution of a human resources strategy that continues to foster a culture of inclusion, learning and engagement. Previously, Wanner served as […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Giant Food Named Title Sponsor Of The National Capital Barbecue Battle
For the seventh consecutive year, Maryland-based Giant Food will be the title sponsor of the 30th annual Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle. After taking place virtually for the past two years, the event will return in-person June 25-26 in Washington, D.C., and will benefit the USO of Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore. The two-day event along iconic Pennsylvania and Constitution avenues, between […]
Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Corporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, Northeast
BJ’s Wholesale Club To Open New Concept Store May 6 In Warwick, RI
BJ’s Wholesale Club has announced the opening of a BJ’s Market, a new concept club in Warwick, Rhode Island. Located at 375 East Ave., BJ’s Market is 43,000 square feet, about half the size of a full-sized BJ’s club. BJ’s Market will feature top-selling fresh foods, produce, sundries and seasonal products for members of BJ’s […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Southwest
United Supermarkets Announces New Location In Wichita Falls, TX
United Supermarkets, joined by city officials and other community representatives, announced a new store in Wichita Falls, Texas. Joining two other United Supermarkets and a Market Street, this will be the fourth United Family store in the city. Located at 2720 Southwest Parkway, the United Supermarkets store will feature a full-service pharmacy with everything from […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Launches Donation Fund For Children’s Hospitals
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. is partnering with nine children’s hospitals across the Southeast to raise essential funds for pediatric care in recognition of National Cancer Research Month. Through May 17, customers in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi are encouraged to support their local pediatric care facilities by rounding up their grocery bills while shopping […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Marketing News, Midwest
Kroger To Host Spring Hiring Event April 30 To Fill 23K Roles
Cincinnati, Ohio-based The Kroger Co. will hold a spring hiring event April 30 – the grocer’s third nationwide hybrid hiring event. The Kroger Family of Companies is hiring for 23,000 open roles across all departments, including retail, e-commerce, manufacturing, supply chain, merchandising, logistics, corporate, pharmacy and healthcare roles. The event will have virtual interviews and on-site interviews […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Food Lion Enhances Education Assistance Program For Employees
Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion has expanded its education assistance programs, including tuition reimbursement for all part-time and full-time employees, an increase in tuition reimbursement and discounted degree programs at 15 education providers. After six months of continuous employment, part-time and full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement, which includes tuition, books and class-required fees […]
Posted inSupply Chain News, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Walmart Celebrates Opening Of Distribution Center In Ridgeville, SC
Walmart employees and managers joined local residents and elected officials April 22 for the grand opening of Walmart’s Import Distribution Center in Ridgeville, South Carolina. The event featured remarks from Gov. Henry McMaster and Mike Gray, SVP of supply chain operations for Walmart; as well as a congratulatory video from John Furner, president and CEO of […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast, Snacks Brands
The Giant Co. Partners With Airly Foods To Donate Food For Earth Day
Airly Foods and The Giant Co. are teaming up to help feed Philadelphians in celebration of Earth Day. On April 22, joined by Altoro Hall, the city’s director of manufacturing and advanced industries with the Department of Commerce, and State Rep. Joseph Hohenstein, the two companies provided donations and volunteered their time to help to one of the largest food […]
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Southeastern Grocers Releases Social Responsibility Progress Report
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. has released its 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility Progress Report defining advancements the grocer has accomplished over the last year to create stronger communities, better products and a more sustainable future for all. “At Southeastern Grocers, we continue to put people first and position belonging, inclusion and diversity at the heart of […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Kroger Names Dickerson As Houston Division’s Corporate Affairs Manager
The Kroger Houston division announced Teresa Dickerson, formerly corporate affairs manager for the organization’s Delta-Memphis division, will now lead corporate affairs, including internal and external, reputation communications, government and community relations for the Houston, Texas, division. The division includes 108 stores in the Greater Houston area and Louisiana. Dickerson joined The Kroger Co. in 2014 and has more than 20 […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Tops Promotes Nugent And Robbins To VP Positions
Williamsville, New York-based Tops Friendly Markets has promoted two individuals to VP positions: Mike Nugent and Darren Robbins. Nugent has been promoted to VP of merchandising for Tops. During his 29 years with Tops, Nugent has held other key positions within the organization including director of asset protection and district manager. Most recently, he held […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, West
Stater Bros. Markets ‘Brings It Home’ In Rebranding And Ad Campaign
San Bernardino, California-based Stater Bros. Markets has launched its newly refreshed brand, beginning with its “Bring It Home” ad campaign. The campaign shows how Stater Bros. helps Southern California families bring home the joys of life with fresh food and meal solutions for their table. On April 4, the brand came to life on screens and […]
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BJ’s Wholesale Club To Offer A One-Stop Shop For Easter Essentials
Westborough, Massachusetts-based BJ’s Wholesale Club is delivering convenient savings on Easter basket goodies, sweet treats, spring décor, apparel and fresh food. “We have everything our members need to prepare for and celebrate the Easter holiday this season,” said Rachael Vegas, EVP and chief merchandising officer, BJ’s Wholesale Club. “We know our members value convenience and savings, and […]
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Walmart Health Expands To Florida With 5 New Health Centers
Walmart Health is expanding its health centers into Florida with new locations in Jacksonville, Middleburg, Poinciana/Kissimmee, Sanford and Wesley Chapel. “Two years after the launch of Walmart Health, we continue evolving and growing to make health care even more accessible to the communities we serve,” said Dr. David Carmouche, SVP of Omnichannel Care Offerings at […]