Posted inAssociation News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, National, Whole Foods

NGA Poses 5 Questions For … Lowe’s Markets’ Roger Lowe Jr.

NGA’s “Five Questions” is a regular feature that explores the insights of independent grocery operators. This week, Roger Lowe Jr., VP and CEO of Lowe’s Markets, shares his thoughts with us. What were the most important lessons of 2020?  Learning to diversify in product supply chain to meet customer needs. The importance of cleanliness and sanitation. […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast

ShopRite Honors Earth Day Every Day With Sustainability Commitments

In recognition of Earth Day, select ShopRite stores gave away sustainable gifts to customers in store on April 22. In addition to making its stores more sustainable, ShopRite is also helping protect bald eagles and bees and planting more trees in communities where its stores operate. With a 40-plus year history of supporting sustainability in […]

Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Buzzballz Partners With Female Midget Car Racer Reimer

Nothings says “women’s empowerment” like a woman-owned alcohol brand joining forces with a female race car driver. This is precisely the move BuzzBallz LLC/Southern Champion made by sponsoring Taylor Reimer – University of Oklahoma student by day, professional midget car racer at night. A midget car is a 900-pound race car with a four-cylinder engine […]

Posted inIngles Markets, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Ingles To Host Company-Wide Hiring Fair May 11-13

Ingles Markets will host a company-wide, in-person hiring fair for all retail store and distribution center locations from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on May 11-13.  In continuing support of its communities, the company is hiring for more than 4,000 openings across all stores and all departments. With flexible scheduling, growth opportunities and a fun, team-oriented environment, […]

Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Slider, Midwest

Casey’s Hires Suarez As Chief Information Security Officer

Ankeny, Iowa-based Casey’s General Stores has hired Paul Suarez as chief information security officer. This is a newly created role that will lead the cybersecurity team at the fourth largest convenience retailer. Suarez will report to Chief Information Officer Adrian Butler. “Paul’s longtime retailer experience paired with his cybersecurity expertise will take Casey’s security strategy […]

Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Bozzuto's Wholesale Distribution, Home Page Slider, Northeast

Bozzuto’s Inc. Independent Retailer Conference Springs Into Action

Bozzuto’s Inc., a food distributor serving the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states, hosted its annual Independent Retailer Conference on April 20 and 21 at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut. The event provided an opportunity to re-connect the supplier/retailer community and impart thanks for the essential services these professionals have provided. With the latest products and […]

Posted inFrozen Food, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Southwest, Whole Foods

Rollin’ N Bowlin’ Continues Growth With Green Spoon Sales Partnership

Rollin’ n Bowlin’, a premium ready-to-blend smoothie and açaí CPG brand, has formed a partnership with Green Spoon Sales, a national food and beverage sales agency based in Boulder, Colorado. The relationship began in April, kicking off with a focus on expanding Rollin’ n Bowlin’s pouches to independent and conventional grocery retailers within the South, […]