Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash has promoted David Sisk from SVP to EVP, chief customer officer. Sisk was hired in 2020 as president of SpartanNash Military and was promoted in May 2022 to chief customer officer. Sisk oversees customer engagements for all national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers and the U.S. Defense Commissary Agency and military exchanges worldwide. “David’s […]
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Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest
AdAdapted Partners With SideChef On CPG Advertising
Ann Arbor, Michigan-based AdAdapted, an advertising technology solution, has added a new shopping application partner to its roster, SideChef, increasing its reach over recipe-driven apps. Through the new partnership, AdAdapted continues to increase how CPGs advertise across third-party networks, shopping lists and recipes. The partnership also strengthens AdAdapted’s e-commerce capabilities and adds additional users to the company’s […]
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest
Meijer To Open Two Supercenters May 16 In Ohio
Meijer will open two new 159,000-square-foot supercenters May 16 in Warren and Wooster, Ohio, increasing the retailer’s store count in the state to 52. The location will feature grocery staples, fresh produce, bakery, meat and deli, as well as a floral area and garden center. Other departments will include pharmacy, pets, electronics, toys, sports and apparel. Meijer Express gas stations […]
Posted inExecutive News, Merchandising News, Midwest
B&R Stores Promotes Kelso To VP, Store Operations
B&R Stores Inc. has promoted Nick Kelso to VP of store operations. In this role, Kelso will be responsible for overseeing the operations of the company’s 33 stores across Nebraska, Iowa and Missouri. Additionally, he serves on the company’s executive committee. Kelso brings more than 23 years of experience at B&R Stores, having joined the […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Amazon Fresh, Midwest, Whole Foods
Second Nature Brands Launches Brownie Brittle M&M’s Minis
Madison Heights, Michigan-based Second Nature Brands and its brand, Sheila G’s Brownie Brittle, has expanded its candy offerings through a collaboration with Mars to create three new mashups: Brownie Brittle M&M’s Minis, Brownie Brittle Blondie M&M’s and Brownie Brittle M&M’s Minis gluten-free. “[We are] thrilled to partner with Mars on not one, but three delicious mashups with the iconic M&M’s candy […]
Posted inCenter Store, Midwest
Heinz Introduces New Hot Varieties Sauce Line
Chicago-based Kraft Heinz and its brand, Heinz, have expanded its produce line with the introduction of Heinz Hot Varieties. Rolling out in major retailers nationwide and featuring pepper bases with varying heat levels, the Heinz Hot Varieties include a a new lineup of three spicy ketchup flavors and the first Heinz Hot 57 sauce. Nearly […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Midwest
Midan Appoints Associate Director Of PR, Brand Communications
Chicago-based Midan Marketing has appointed Marla Camins as associate director of public relations and brand communications, a newly created role focused on providing strategic direction, oversight and messaging for public relations initiatives. Camins will report to Steve Hixon, Midan’s VP of customer engagement. “We are confident that Marla’s skills and experience will be a valuable asset […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest
AWG Names Award Recipients During Annual Meeting
Kansas City, Kansas-based Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. has named the winners of several excellence awards as part of the 2023 AWG Innovation Showcase and Annual Meeting. The Lou Fox Award This award is given each year in honor of Lou Fox, general manager and president of AWG from 1955-83. The recipient is an AWG member retailer […]