Mike Donnelly, EVP and COO of The Kroger Co., is retiring after more than 42 years of service, effective later this spring. A succession plan will be announced at a later date. “With his relentless focus on the customer, Mike has led the organization to prioritize what is most important to their experience – full […]
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Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
SEG Launches Supplier Diversity Program Aimed To Enhance Inclusivity
Southeastern Grocers continues its commitment to enhance its supplier network to include a broader range of inclusive business partners which reflect the diverse communities in its footprint of stores. SEG is the parent company and home of Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores. The grocer will work to identify and increase sourcing […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Ahold Delhaize USA Reaches Milestone In Supply Chain Transformation
Ahold Delhaize USA is marking a milestone in its supply chain transformation to create an integrated self-distributed supply chain of the future. The first distribution center, Freetown Grocery in Massachusetts, transitioned procurement from a third-party vendor to the self-managed network, providing direct control of inventory and replenishment at this facility. “Our work to transform the […]
Posted inInternational Foods, Home Page Slider, West
JSL Foods Hires Wyllie As Director Of Grocery Retail Sales East
JSL Foods, a manufacturer of fresh, refrigerated, pre-cooked Asian Noodles and Asian Wrappers, has appointed Brad Wyllie to the position of director of grocery retail sales east. Wyllie will be based in Bonita Springs, Florida, and will be responsible for managing customer relations and business development in the Eastern half of the U.S. He comes to […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Publix Reports Fourth Quarter, Annual Results For 2020
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix has reported its results for the fourth quarter of 2020 and its annual results for the year. The coronavirus pandemic was declared a national emergency on March 13, 2020 and continues to be a challenge. It remains a top priority of the company to serve the communities in which it operates in […]
Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
SpartanNash Promotes McClellan To VP, Fresh Merchandising
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash has promoted Amy McClellan to VP of fresh merchandising, effective March 8. In her new position, she will play a key role in developing the long-term vision of fresh product categories to ensure success for SpartanNash’s more than 150 company-owned stores and 2,100 independent retail locations. McClellan will be responsible for […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, Home Page Slider, National
NGA Moves To New Office In Heart Of Washington, D.C.
The National Grocers Association has relocated from Arlington, Virginia, to Washington, D.C. The move comes as NGA is working closely with the Biden administration and Congress to advocate for independent grocers on a variety of issues as they continue serving communities across the country during the COVID-19 pandemic. “For nearly 40 years, NGA has been […]
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Kellogg’s To Release Jumbo Snax Mystery Flavor For National Snack Day
This National Snack Day (March 4), Kellogg’s Jumbo Snax is turning yet another cereal into a snack, asking cereal and snack lovers alike to “guess who we’ll jumbo, too?” Kellogg has dropped a hint for fans to decode what’s to come. If your sleuthing skills are up to the challenge, share your guesses on what blast-from-your-past cereal […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, West
Instacart Appoints Simo, McCarthy To Board Of Directors
Fidji Simo, head of Facebook App, and Barry McCarthy, former CFO for both Spotify and Netflix, have joined Instacart’s board of directors. Simo brings to Instacart’s board years of experience leading global teams at scale and building beloved consumer products; and McCarthy brings more than three decades of experience in business operations and management, finance, accounting […]
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International Dairy Deli Bakery Association Cancels Trade Show For 2021
Citing input from event exhibitors, members and the board of directors who represent the industry, the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) has announced the decision to cancel this year’s trade show. “With the ongoing global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and our promise to deliver an experience expected of the IDDBA, continuing to plan […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Tampico Beverages Launches New Drink Product Line, ‘Paired Up’
Tampico Beverages, a manufacturer and marketer of high-quality and value-added juice drink concentrates, has launched its fruit and vegetable juice drink product line, Paired Up, in three flavors: Beet the Day, Carrot On and Pump It Up. Paired Up expands Tampico’s beverage portfolio while continuing to focus on high-quality and fruit-forward flavor blends. Each 8-oz. […]
Posted inC-Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
7-Eleven Encourages Customers To Help Families In Need
Through the end of April, Irving, Texas-based 7-Eleven is kicking off a multi-faceted campaign to help provide meals to families facing hunger through its relationship with Feeding America, the largest domestic hunger-relief organization in the country. The retailer is implementing major programs to reach its goal of helping to provide 20 million meals – a […]
Posted inCOVID News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Covid-19 Vaccine Appointments Available At All Florida Publix Pharmacies
Publix has opened its online reservation system for COVID‑19 vaccination appointments at all 730 of its in-store Florida pharmacies, including the addition of 136 stores in Broward and Miami‑Dade counties. “We’re pleased to bring appointment opportunities to each of our in-store Florida pharmacies,” said Publix CEO Todd Jones. “We know how important this vaccine is […]
Posted inCenter Store, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Pompeian Inc. Expands Olive Oil And Vinegar Portfolios
Pompeian Inc. is expanding its olive oil and vinegar portfolios with three innovations that will aim to eliminate confusion in the aisle and provide shoppers with a product for every unique taste preference and cooking occasion. Incremental new olive oil innovations include Pompeian Organic Smooth Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Pompeian Rich Taste Olive Oil. […]
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Food Lion Donates More than $106K To Support No Kid Hungry
Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion Feeds has donated more than $106,000 in child feeding grants to No Kid Hungry to support the campaign’s mission to end child hunger. The grants were distributed to five school districts across South Carolina and Virginia and will support feeding programs at nearly 200 schools across those districts in the […]
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KeHE Hosts Summer Show And Unveils On Trend Winners
KeHE’s Summer Show broke virtual boundaries, bringing more than 550 industry-leading specialty, natural and organic and fresh suppliers to its retail partners, preparing them for the summer selling season. This year’s immersive digital show platform enabled participants to explore the show floor virtually to discover new and innovative products, as well as tried-and-true classics – through […]
Posted inInternational Foods, Home Page Slider, West
Island Pacific Opens Its 17th Supermarket Location
Island Pacific Supermarket, with locations in California and Nevada, has opened its 17th location at 317 N. Nellis Blvd. in Las Vegas, Nevada. This newest location is within 5 miles of Nellis Air Force Base, which employs 9,500 military and civilian personnel with a total military population of more than 40,000, including family members and retired military personnel. Island […]
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Nature’s Garden Introduces Probiotic Immune Booster And Immune Mix
Since the beginning of the pandemic, Cibo Vita has dedicated itself to creating products with the benefit of snacking with purpose. The company continues to expand its Nature’s Garden line of products with the introduction of Probiotic Immune Booster and Probiotic Mega Immune Mix. These snacks help to boost one’s immune system with essential minerals, […]
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Organic Valley Shares Transparent Approach To Food And Farming
In its newly released 2021 Impact Report, La Farge, Wisconsin-based Organic Valley has shared its impact on the food system through more than 30 years of leadership focused on building a better tomorrow for people, animals and the earth. The comprehensive 31-page report represents Organic Valley’s commitment to cataloging and reporting its business’s impact. Highlights include: […]
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Wonderful Pistachios Celebrates World Pistachio Day With New Flavors
Wonderful Pistachios is celebrating World Pistachio Day on Feb. 26 by introducing the new flavors of BBQ and Sea Salt & Vinegar Wonderful Pistachios No Shells. Available now at select online retailers and hitting store shelves nationwide in the U.S. and Canada by early April, the new Wonderful Pistachios No Shells flavors are a good source […]