Competition is ingrained into human nature. Competition can be found between friends, rivals, businesses and communities. Hy-Vee, The Shelby Report of the Midwest’s Retailer of the Year, has a long history of supporting amazing competition in sports on a local, national and now international level. The most recent example of a sporting partnership was the Hy-Vee […]
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Posted inKeHE Distributors, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
KeHE Names 23 Brands Selected From TrendFinder Event
Naperville, Illinois-based KeHE Distributors has named the 23 brands selected through its virtual TrendFinder event. In October, KeHE gave more than 120 suppliers the chance to pitch their products to its category management team. The team reviews products and brands, through KeHE’s TrendFinder events, to determine which ones will best fit KeHE’s innovative product portfolio and presents […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Executive News, Midwest
U.S. Foods Announces Flitman As CEO
Rosemont, Illinois-based U.S. Foods has announced that Dave Flitman will become CEO, effective Jan. 5. Flitman will also be a member of the company’s board of directors. Flitman brings global business leadership, executive management skills and extensive commercial distribution experience, along with expertise in operational excellence, supply chain and general management with more than 35 years of […]
Posted inRetailer of the Year, Midwest
Health, Wellness ‘Major Component’ Of Hy-Vee’s Mission
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee’s commitment to healthcare goes beyond the traditional pharmacy shelves. The company believes in a holistic approach for its customers. This approach includes not only the traditional pharmaceutical operation but also promoting and maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle. Hy-Vee, The Shelby Report of the Midwest’s Retailer of the Year, has […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger Board Of Directors Named Finalist For DEI Award
Cincinnati-based Kroger Co. has announced its board of directors has been named a top 20 finalist for the 2022 NACD Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awards. The awards recognize boards that have improved their governance and created long-term value for stakeholders by implementing DEI practices. “Kroger has worked to achieve great strides in creating an equitable boardroom,” […]
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Hy-Vee Uses E-Commerce Evolution To Expand Its Reach
E-commerce has been an avenue for businesses to expand and showcase their wares. And the COVID-19 pandemic showed many large grocery retailers the need to enlarge their online offerings. Hy-Vee, The Shelby Report of the Midwest’s Retailer of the Year, has spent the last few years continuously expanding its e-commerce to not only innovate in […]
Posted inHugo's Family Marketplace, Independent Store News, Midwest
Hugo’s Family Marketplace Purchases Palubicki’s Family Market
Grand Forks, North Dakota-based Hugo’s Family Marketplace has purchased the Palubicki’s Family Market in Fosston, Minnesota. “We are excited to purchase this store and become members of the Fosston community,” said Kristi Magnuson Nelson, president and CEO of Hugo’s. “Leah [Palubicki] and her family have built an impressive company rooted in family values, which makes […]
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Hy-Vee Ranks As One Of America’s Best Places To Work
All retailers know they would not exist – and certainly not prosper – without the people who work and shop in their stores. Hy-Vee, The Shelby Report of the Midwest’s Retailer of the Year, has many avenues to care about its employees and customers – from competitive wages and benefits to charitable contributions and a […]