Allegiance Retail Services (ARS) President and Chief Operating Officer Joseph Fantozzi has been named the 2025 Person of the Year by the Catholic Institute of the Food Industry (CIFI). The recognition was celebrated at a dinner that drew 235 industry professionals to the Garden City Hotel on Long Island, New York. CIFI, established in 1946, recognizes […]
Category: Independent Store News
Posted inIndependent Store News, Raley's, West
The Raley’s Companies Promotes 2 Executives
The Raley’s Companies has made two leadership appointments to continue accelerating its strategic vision and growth trajectory. Jen Warner has been promoted to The Raley’s Companies’ chief growth and transformation officer, while Levi Wingo has become SVP of product and merchandising innovation. In her new role, Warner will focus on propelling the long-range plan to […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Southeast
FreshTake Grocery Debuts Flagship Location In Augusta, GA
Ten days after opening to the public, FreshTake Grocery in Augusta, Georgia, will hold its grand opening celebration Jan. 30. Located at 2907 Washington Road, FreshTake’s shopping experience includes amenities such as a sushi bar, pizza and pasta counter, barbecue smokehouse, hot food stations and a full-service Starbucks. Customers can visit Jackson’s Beer and Wine […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, Midwest
Jim’s Market Navigates Challenges In Minnesota’s Retail Food Landscape
Paul Huber, president of Jim’s Market in Canby, Minnesota, has spent most of his life in the grocery business. From the time he began helping at his father’s store at age 12, Huber has remained dedicated to continuing his family’s tradition of running an independent grocery store. However, as he faces a rapidly changing industry, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Health & Wellness, Northeast
ASG Expands Retail Network With NationsBenefits
NationsBenefits has shared its new partnership with Port Washington, New York-based Associated Supermarket Group (ASG), expanding access to essential health and wellness products for local communities nationwide. NationsBenefits cardholders can use their Mastercard prepaid card at more than 75 ASG supplied supermarkets, making it easier for members to purchase eligible healthy groceries, over-the-counter products and wellness essentials. […]
Posted inAssociation News, IGA, Independent Store News, National
IGA Names 8 Retailer Of The Year Honorees
The Independent Grocers Alliance has selected eight stores as IGA USA Retailers of the Year, the highest honor it bestows upon its members. The awards are presented annually to grocers who have best provided leadership and excellence in their communities. Each store was nominated by its licensed distribution center (LDC). The retailers, who will be […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
Heritage Grocers Group Launches First Candelaria Tamale Celebration
Heritage Grocers Group has launched its first annual Candelaria Tamale Celebration at Cardenas Markets and El Rancho Supermercado. For many Hispanic families, the holiday season concludes Feb. 2 with El Día de la Candelaria. Leading up to this celebration is Three Kings Day (Jan. 6), where a “Rosca de Reyes” (traditional cake) is served. The person […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Wegmans
Wegmans Adds Grocery Delivery Through Uber Eats
Rochester, New York-based Wegmans Food Markets has begun a partnership with Uber Eats to add the grocer to its delivery platform. Wegmans locations in Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, North Carolina, Virginia and Washington, D.C., are now available to shop on the Uber Eats and Uber apps. Stores in Delaware, New York and Pennsylvania will be added in […]