Flashfood has appointed Jordan Schenck as its new CEO, succeeding Nicholas Bertram, who will remain on the board of directors. Schenck has served as Flashfood’s president and chief operating officer since October 2024. This transition comes at a pivotal time in Flashfood’s growth trajectory. The company has added more than 1,000 doors and experienced 200 […]
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Grocery TV Introduces Closed-Loop Measurement Solution
Grocery TV has introduced a closed-loop measurement solution for in-store retail media, enabling brands to tie their ad spend to sales more efficiently. By partnering with retailers, Grocery TV is providing brands with more actionable insights across its growing in-store retail media network. “This launch is a turning point for brands looking to fully measure […]
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Shelby Publishing Highlights Exceptional Independent Award Recipients
Shelby Publishing is proud to present its third annual Exceptional Independents Awards. Nominations were open to independent retailers, wholesalers and technology and other service providers. “Independents are the backbone of our industry, and this awards program is an opportunity to recognize them for their contributions,” said Stephanie Reid, Shelby president and COO. “Independents are a […]
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Conagra, Hometown Food Co. Strike Deal For Chef Boyardee
Conagra Brands Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement with Hometown Food Co., a portfolio company of Brynwood Partners, to divest its line of Chef Boyardee brand shelf-stable products including its classic, ready-to-eat pasta meals. The transaction includes a manufacturing facility in Milton, Pennsylvania, as well as all assets and operations dedicated to the Chef […]
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NGA Leads Industry Pushback Against Proposed SNAP Cuts
The National Grocers Association (NGA) is leading efforts to express concerns over a Congressional proposal to cut funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by 20 percent, which will affect food access and America’s workforce. SNAP provides access to fresh and nutritious food for more than 41 million Americans, including more than 14 million […]
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Instacart Acquires Wynshop To Build More Retailer Relationships
Instacart has acquired Wynshop, a provider of e-commerce solutions for grocers and retailers, including Wakefern, Pattison and more than a dozen others across North America and abroad. The acquisition builds upon Instacart’s relationships with retail partners and reinforces its commitment to providing them with tools and technologies that help drive their business growth. “Our deep […]
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Winning Labor Tactics For Independent Grocery Store Success
How independent grocers are tackling today’s toughest labor challenges. Matt Scheelar has spent over a decade in the grocery industry and knows what it takes to build and maintain a strong team. As director of solutions engineering at FMS Solutions, he’s helped independent grocers across the country tackle staffing challenges head-on. As turnover stays high […]
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Milk Meets The Moment: Delivering Affordability, Versatility When Shoppers Need It Most
As food inflation continues to squeeze household budgets, shoppers are leaning more heavily on affordable essentials. In this Q&A, Annette Taylor, senior director of commercial marketing at the Milk Processor Education Program (MilkPEP), shares how milk – a category that has long delivered value, nutrition and versatility – is once again proving its staying power. […]