Associated Wholesale Grocers has announced the winners of several internal awards as part of the release of its annual report. Highlighting the award winners are Lou Fox Community Service Award Winners Steve and Laura Edwards of GES Inc. and Store Manager of the Year Gina Stennett of Pyramid Foods. The Lou Fox Award is given […]
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First Raley’s O-N-E Market Conversion Completed
Raley’s opened its newest Raley’s O-N-E Market in the Sacramento-area community of El Dorado Hills on April 17. This is the first time an existing Raley’s location has been converted into a O-N-E Market. “Raley’s O-N-E Market is an important part of our long-range strategy, and there will be additional conversions beyond this one,” said […]
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The Griffin Report Honors 2021 Women Of Influence
The Griffin Report of the Northeast presents its 16th annual tribute to top female professionals in the food industry. Click below to view the special section.
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Phoenicia Specialty Foods ‘Further Carved Out’ Niche To Differentiate Itself
Owner praises team for ‘collective positive effort’ through challenging times by Eric Pereira / staff writer The COVID-19 pandemic pushed grocery stores across the country to bring more convenience to their customers. As a result, Phoenicia Specialty Foods in Houston sees opportunities in the realm of pre-packaged meals, said Ann-Marie Tcholakian, manager and owner. “COVID […]
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Grocers In Buckeye State ‘Had Our Good Days And Our Bad Days’
Online ordering, safety likely to stay; samples, salad bars out by Eric Pereira/ staff writer While customers have found convenience and other advantages in online ordering, so too did Ohio independent grocers, especially during the frantic peaks of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jennifer Williams, owner of Weiland’s Market in Columbus, Ohio, praised her store’s partnership with […]
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Grocer: Suppliers Finally Realized Importance Of Smaller Independents
by Eric Pereira / staff writer Nakul Patel, owner of Mt. Plymouth IGA Market in Sorrento, Florida, said consumers and the supply chain have gained a deeper appreciation for independent grocers during COVID-19 pandemic – and that feeling is likely to continue. “I truly believe that the independent grocer will thrive this decade,” Patel said. […]
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IRI Names Google Executive Perry As Next President And CEO
IRI has appointed Kirk Perry as president and CEO and a member of its board of directors, effective May 17. Perry succeeds Andrew Appel, who has led a transformation of the company – a global provider of technology, data and predictive analytics for the consumer, retail and media sectors – for nearly a decade. Appel will remain an […]
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H-E-B To Open Two Stores In DFW Metroplex Expansion
H-E-B is planning to bring its flagship H-E-B brand stores to the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area next year. The stores, which will open in Frisco and Plano in fall 2022, build on the company’s longstanding presence in the area and reinforce its commitment to serve more customers in this dynamic and growing part of Texas. […]
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Miami Area Bravo Supermarkets Carry ‘Little Bit Of Everything’
Bravo chain proud of private label items, multicultural produce department by Mary Margaret Stewart / staff writer Weston, Florida, became home to a new Bravo Supermarkets location in 2020, but the year came with some challenges. Relinda Vásquez, president of the grocery chain, said the main recurring problem for her in the Miami area was […]
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NGA To Address Antitrust Laws, Economic Discrimination With Congress
by Eric Pereira / staff writer Big box retailers and e-commerce giants have reportedly used their influence during the COVID-19 pandemic to further disadvantage independent grocers and the communities they serve. That’s the position of the National Grocers Association, which on Tuesday held a press call to detail the efforts to combat what it referred to […]
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Mask Use To Remain Priority At H-E-B Stores Despite State Policy Change
H-E-B’s top priority is protecting the health and safety of its employees, customers and the communities it serves. While statewide policy has changed, store protocol has not. The use of masks at H-E-B stores will remain. Signs requiring customers to wear masks will remain posted at entrances, and H-E-B will continue to make announcements in store. The company […]
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‘Ali’ Rouse Royster Is 2021 Southeast Woman Executive Of The Year
Allison “Ali” Rouse Royster, a third-generation owner of Rouses Markets, is The Shelby Report of the Southeast‘s Woman Executive of the Year for 2021. The Shelby team recently visited the company’s corporate office in Thibodaux, Louisiana, to present her with the honor and learn more about her personal and professional journey. Click on the special […]
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NGA Elects New Members To Its Board Of Directors
The National Grocers Association, the trade association representing the independent supermarket industry, has elected new members to its board of directors. Nine individuals, by recommendation of the NGA Board nominating committee and subsequent vote by the membership, and one appointed individual will join re-elected board members to serve on the 2021 NGA Board of Directors. […]
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Superior’s Ideal Market Known For Customer Service, Quality Meat
by Mary Margaret Stewart / staff writer In Shannon McCord’s words, “It’s always been a family affair at Ideal Market” in Superior, Nebraska. McCord’s grandfather founded the store in 1949. Then, his father ran it upon returning from service in the U.S. Navy. McCord, the third-generation operator, took over straight out of college in 1998. […]
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‘Crisis Took Serving To A New Level’ At Valley Fresh Market
Store in Solvang gave away toilet paper, started selling barbecue by John McCurry / contributing writer As is the case for many independent grocers, Greg King has spent much of his life in the business. Now 52, he began working at a grocery store when he was 14. His father was in the business during […]
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H-E-B Expands Categories In Eighth Annual Quest for Texas Best
Now in its eighth year, the H-E-B Quest for Texas Best contest has expanded its search for the finest foods and beverages in the Lone Star State to also include non-food items. In addition to food creators and innovators, Texas-based purveyors of beauty items, toys, home goods, household necessities, gardening supplies, coolers and everything in […]
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ROFDA And Associates Give $50,000 To American Red Cross
Retailer Owned Food Distributors & Associates (ROFDA) Board Member and Secretary Mike Violette, president and CEO of Associated Grocers of New England, recently presented a $50,000 check to the American Red Cross. The donation was presented on behalf of ROFDA and its associates and was made at the Associated Grocers’ headquarters in Pembroke, New Hampshire. […]
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Companies Recognized For Steps Toward Diversity, Equity And Inclusion
In March print editions and online, Shelby Publishing unveils the recipients of its inaugural Diversity, Equity and Inclusion awards. The first-of-its-kind program recognizes retailers, wholesalers, distributors, suppliers/vendors and solutions providers that are working to advance and uphold diversity, equity and inclusion in the U.S. grocery industry. In both their workplaces and the community at large, […]
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Companies Hailed For Steps Toward Diversity, Equity And Inclusion
In the March print editions and online, Shelby Publishing unveils the recipients of its inaugural Diversity, Equity and Inclusion awards. The first-of-its-kind program recognizes retailers, wholesalers, distributors, suppliers/vendors and solutions providers that are working to advance and uphold diversity, equity and inclusion in the U.S. grocery industry. In both their workplaces and the community at […]
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First Supermarket Employee Day Launches With Fanfare
In just a few short months since its conception in November 2020, Supermarket Employee Day on Feb. 22 promises to be a significant event celebrated by the food industry from coast to coast today. FMI – The Food Industry Association has proclaimed this new holiday to recognize employees at every level for the work they do feeding families and […]