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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Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Employees Recognized For Community Involvement
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix recognized six associates with the Mr. George Community Service Award during the company’s recent annual stockholders’ meeting. Publix founder George Jenkins, known as Mr. George, believed that Publix and its employees should make a difference in the communities they serve. To recognize employees who exemplify his commitment to service, Publix established the Mr. […]
Posted inInnovator of the Year, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast
Much Time, Tasting Went Into The Fresh Market’s The Square
Diane Cleven has had “the most lucky career in the world.” The VP of deli/CMS/sushi/bakery at The Fresh Market came to the company about 22 years ago, when owner Ray Berry and his son persuaded her to leave the specialty distributor for which she was working. Cleven joined The Fresh Market because she “fell in […]
Posted inC-Store News, Executive News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Enmarket Announces Clements As New President
Savannah, Georgia-based Enmarket, a convenience store chain, has appointed Matt Clements as its new president. Clements will take over for Brett Giesick, who served in the position since 2017 and was recently named COO for Colonial Group Inc., the Savannah-based group of companies that includes Enmarket. “I could not be prouder of our selection of […]
Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
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 […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Bashas', Home Page Slider, West
Bashas’ Opens Application Period For ‘Donut Flavor Craze’ Contest
Chandler, Arizona-based Bashas is holding its seventh annual Donut Flavor Craze contest. Two winners – one kid and one adult – will have their creations featured in the grocer’s donut cases this summer, earning them Bashas’ Donut Ambassador titles in 2022. Through May 14, Arizonans are invited to submit their favorite carnival-inspired donut flavor. Kids […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, West
Cardenas Markets To Offer Curbside Pick-Up In Las Vegas
Ontario, California-based Cardenas Markets has announced that curbside pickup is now available across all Las Vegas locations through the company’s partnership with Instacart. “Our customers are at the center of everything we do,” stated Adam Salgado, chief marketing officer. “Whether shopping in-store or online, we are committed to ensuring an excellent and convenient shopping experience for […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Billy’s Marketplace Uses LOC Software For Supply Chain Issues
Creating the ultimate customer experience has been the focus for Billy’s Marketplace, located in the heart of Queens, New York. Customers will find a full-service fresh grocery store as well as a full coffee bar along with their superior craft beer bar known as “The Birreria.” Navigating the challenges that the last two years have […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Pete’s Market Creates Efficiencies, Processes With LOC Software
Pete’s Fresh Market has grown to 17 locations by integrating policy, practices, partnerships and technology. Much of their success comes from staying engaged with their customers, by hiring inside the community, to hosting events at the store locations. With this growth comes challenges, such as maintaining inventory and warehousing. LOC Software’s flexibility allows Pete’s to […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
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 […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Food Lion Feeds Donates $100K To Food Pantry In Spring Hope, NC
Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion Feeds is donating $100,000 to A Touch of the Father’s Love Ministry and Food Pantry to help the Spring Hope, North Carolina-based organization purchase a new facility and support more people. “The services provided by A Touch of the Father’s Love are integral to our neighbors in Nash County, so […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Big Y Announces Its February And March Company Promotions
Springfield, Massachusetts-based Big Y Foods Inc. has announced the following new appointments: Big Y Massachusetts locations Amherst Kayla N. Constantine, senior financial analyst, Big Y Store Support Center. Chicopee Christopher L. Eldredge, food service sales manager; Otilia N. Brown, store director; and Jennifer L. Devine, customer service manager. Easthampton Shawn E. Kirchner, store director; and […]
Posted inExecutive News, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Walmart Names Rainey As New CFO And EVP
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart Inc. has named John Rainey as the company’s next EVP and CFO. Rainey will assume the responsibilities of CFO on June 6. “John has a proven track record of leading change at scale in customer service organizations innovating in their fields,” said Doug McMillon, Walmart president and CEO. “I’m confident that John’s mix […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Announces New Board Member, Scholarship At Annual Meeting
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix held its annual stockholders’ meeting April 12. During the meeting, Mark Irby, retired Publix VP of marketing, was elected to the company’s board of directors and the creation of two new scholarships for company employees was also announced. Irby began his Publix career in 1973 in the sign shop in Lakeland, Florida. After […]
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Publix Named On Fortune’s ‘100 Best Companies To Work For’ List
For the 25th consecutive year, Lakeland, Florida-based Publix has been recognized on Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” list. Publix is one of four companies to have made the list every year since its inception in 1998. “Our founder, George Jenkins, once said people are the key to Publix’s success,” said Todd Jones, Publix CEO. “He […]
Posted inInnovator of the Year, Home Page Latest News, Independent Store News, Southeast
Fresh Shines After The Fresh Market Navigated Its Remodeling Process
The Fresh Market’s Jessi East had a unique role to play in the remodel of the company’s original location on Lawndale Drive into its new concept store. As store manager, she had to navigate the challenges of keeping the store open as construction was under way. Having started with The Fresh Market 15 years ago, […]
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Sprouts Foundation Hosts National School Garden Summit
The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation will host its inaugural Growing School Gardens Summit April 22-25 in Denver, Colorado. As the first national gathering focused entirely on school gardens, the summit will unite more than 400 educators and leaders from across the country working to sustain school garden programs at the school, regional and national level. These educators – and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Big Y Announces Concept Plans For New Downtown Express Market
Big Y has announced its plans to build a new concept Big Y Express Fresh Market at 1500 Main St. as part of the Tower Square in Springfield, Massachusetts. The new 10,000-square-foot Big Y Express Fresh Market will be tailored to fit the needs of the city’s downtown community. Currently, there are workers and area […]
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The Fresh Market Opens New Store In Palm Beach Gardens, FL
The Fresh Market Inc. opened its 160th store April 7 at 4925 PGA Boulevard in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. This will bring the retailer’s total stores in Florida to 47 locations. A grand opening celebration featuring a “bread breaking” ceremony, vendor sampling, specialty presentations, giveaways and drawings will be held on April 13 to officially welcome the Palm Beach […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, National
Kroger, Bed Bath & Beyond Partner To Launch E-Commerce Experience
The Cincinnati, Ohio-based Kroger Co. and Union, New Jersey-based Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. have announced the launch of the companies’ e-commerce experience. “When our customers think of food, they think of Kroger,” said Stuart Aitken, SVP and chief merchant and marketing officer at Kroger. “This collaboration expands our e-commerce selection, enabling our customers to […]