Weis Markets and Kellogg Company have announced a donation of $20,000 and a truckload of food to the Second Harvest Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania. The gift is part of the retailer’s annual Fight Hunger program. “As a company that’s committed to the communities we serve, it’s incredibly special for us […]
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Posted inCoborn's, Executive News, Independent Store News, Midwest
Coborn’s Joins CEO Action For Diversity, Inclusion Coalition
St. Cloud, Minnesota-based Coborn’s has announced that Chris Coborn, chairman and CEO, has joined the CEO Action for Diversity and Inclusion coalition. The organization is the largest CEO-driven business commitment to drive action and change in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. By signing this commitment, the grocer’s joins a partnership of more […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
The United Family Donates $500K Through Charity Classic
Lubbock, Texas-based The United Family and its vendor partners have raised $500,000 for nonprofits through its Jacky Pierce Charity Classic golf tournament, which took place on Aug. 28-29. Before the annual dinner on Aug. 28, checks were presented to 27 organizations. Since its inception, The United Family’s JPCC golf tournament has raised more than $5.5 […]
Posted inStater Bros. Markets, Corporate Store News, Executive News, West
Stater Bros. Markets Names Calvin As SVP, CMO
San Bernardino, California-based Stater Bros. Markets has appointed Rebecca Calvin as SVP and CMO, due to the upcoming retirement of Dennis McIntyre. Calvin will begin her role on Sept. 26, reporting to Pete Van Helden, CEO. She will also serve on the company’s executive leadership team. Calvin will lead the company’s marketing efforts which include the […]
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Merchandising News, Midwest
Meijer Expands General Merchandise, Apparel Supplier Event
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer has begun seeking submissions from local and diverse-owned businesses for its Supplier Diversity event focusing on general merchandise and apparel. Vendors must provide video submissions, describing their brand and products, by Sept. 18 to be considered for the virtual event this fall. “While we’ve made great strides to ensure our vendors represent our […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Dollar Tree Names Davis As CFO
Chesapeake, Virginia-based Dollar Tree has hired Jeffrey A. Davis as chief financial officer. “For many years, Jeff has been recognized as a strong and collaborative retail business partner, driving superior financial and operational results,” said Mike Witynski, president and CEO. “Jeff has a proven track record of strategic leadership, and building and developing talented teams. I […]
Posted inBeverage News, C-Store News, Southwest
7-Eleven Debuts Online Merchandise Store
Irving, Texas-based 7-Eleven has announced the launch of 7Collection, an online merchandise shop curated for its fans. The shop features exclusive apparel and accessories inspired by 7-Eleven and its fan-favorite products – like Big Gulp and Slurpee drinks – that customers can’t find anywhere else. The 7Collection shop offers shoppers items like vintage tees, hats and an assortment of memorabilia. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Schnucks Express Opens In Columbia, MO
Schnuck Markets has opened a Schnucks Express store at 111 South Providence Road in Columbia, Missouri. Schnucks Express features a separate entrance but is also connected to EatWell, A Natural Food Store by Schnucks. The store offers customers a grocery experience with a focus on customer favorites that are available at traditional Schnucks stores. “After listening […]