SpartanNash has welcomed Erin Storm as SVP and CMO, leading the company’s marketing function, including the OwnBrands portfolio, retail marketing programs, e-commerce and digital experience, creative services, shopper insights and loyalty. Storm joins SpartanNash following an 18-year career with Kellogg’s and its spin-off Kellanova, where she was most recently VP of commercial strategy. Prior to that, Storm […]
Category: Midwest
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, CERTCO Inc., Midwest
Certco Show Celebrates Impact Of Food On Holidays
The Certco Food Show, held Aug. 13-14 in Madison, Wisconsin, celebrated with the theme of the “Holidays.” It kicked off on the evening of Aug. 13, with dinner and entertainment for a packed house at the John Q. Hammons Marriott Ballroom. The event featured guest speaker Greg Ferrara, president and CEO of the National Grocers […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Midwest
AWG, University Of Illinois Forge Data Analytics Partnership
Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG) has partnered with the University of Illinois’ Gies College of Business on a data research project that is providing AWG with advanced analytics, while giving participating students a unique edge in their careers. The collaboration brings together the spirit of AWG Brands, AWG’s private brand program, with the data science skills […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Hy-Vee, Market Profile, Midwest
Hy-Vee Continues To Grow Business Units Across Operating Area
Home state grocer Hy-Vee has been making news with its proposed growth into the southern U.S. But it’s also growing in the Midwest. The West Des Moines-based company, which has 550 “business units” – primarily retail stores – in its operating area, recently grew to nine states with the biggest acquisition in company history. Its […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, Schnucks
Schnucks, St. Louis CITY SC Begin Food Drive For Operation Food Search
St. Louis CITY SC and Schnuck Markets Inc. once again are joining forces to fight hunger in the St. Louis region by hosting a food drive. The organizations will hold a weeklong CITY x Schnucks Food Drive, from Aug. 18-25, benefiting Operation Food Search and held exclusively at Schnucks locations throughout the St. Louis metropolitan […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Health & Wellness, Midwest
The Kroger Co. To Hold Annual Wellness Festival
The Kroger Wellness Festival, presented by PepsiCo and P&G, is returning on Sept. 27-28 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at a new location on Fifth Street in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. The free health and wellness festival celebrates physical, mental and emotional health for the whole family. The festival will showcase more than 200 experiences and food […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, Schnucks
Schnucks’ Diverse-Owned Business Accelerator Selects First Class
Schnuck Markets has announced the first class of diverse-owned companies selected for its Schnucks Springboard business accelerator program. The initiative aims to foster growth and success among diverse-owned entrepreneurs by providing comprehensive support, including education, resources and access to the Schnucks customer base. Ten companies have been chosen to participate in the program, which offers […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, Schnucks
Schnucks Completes Eatwell Market Rebranding In Columbia, MO
Schnucks Markets Inc. has completed the rebranding of its former Eatwell Market store at 111 South Providence Road in Columbia, Missouri. Customers will notice updates that include expanded product offerings throughout the store, as well as new decor and signing. The store remains open 6 a.m.-9 p.m. daily. The grocer will hold a “grand opening” celebration from […]