The U.S. online grocery market ended December with $9.6 billion in monthly sales, an 18.7 percent increase over last year, as all three fulfillment methods posted year-over-year (YOY) sales gains, according to the Brick Meets Click/Mercatus grocery shopper survey fielded Dec. 30-31. December marks the fifth straight month of online grocery sales above $9.5 billion […]
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Posted inExecutive News, National, Snacks Brands
The Hershey Co. President, CEO Shares Retirement Plans
Michele Buck, chairman of The Hershey Co. Board of Directors, president and CEO, has informed the company of her intention to retire, effective June 30, 2026. Buck will retain her roles until her successor is appointed, at which time she plans to resign from the board and transition to a senior advisor role until retirement. […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Report: Shoppers, Retailers See Benefits From AI In-Store
Seven in 10 consumers are familiar with the use of artificial intelligence (AI) at the retail locations where they shop, and more than half have a positive impression of the technology, according to a new SPAR Group survey. The report found that consumers are looking for wider deployment of AI-supported services like in-aisle promotions, product […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
DoorDash, Ibotta Partner To Help Customers Save Money
Ibotta and DoorDash have begun a multi-year partnership to provide DoorDash customers with access to Ibotta’s catalog of digital promotions. In joining the Ibotta Performance Network (IPN), DoorDash is helping consumers save more through personalized promotions and coupons on items in a range of categories, including grocery, health and beauty, home improvement and alcohol. For […]
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ROFDA President, CEO Pedersen Stepping Down
Jeff Pedersen, president and CEO of Retailer Owned Food Distributors & Associates (ROFDA), plans to step down after the organization’s spring conference to pursue a new opportunity. ROFDA praised Pedersen, who was appointed to the position in February 2022, for his impact and bringing visionary leadership, fostering strategic partnerships and championing collaboration across the grocery […]
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IFPA Shares New Strategic Plan, Executive Changes
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) kicked off the new year by beginning its 2025-27 strategic plan, which includes new leadership roles. The plan was announced during Tammy DeBoer’s remarks at the Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta. DeBoer, president of Harris Teeter and 2025 chair of IFPA’s board of directors, will focus much of […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, National
Ahold Delhaize USA Partners With Inmar For Digital Coupons
Ahold Delhaize USA has announced another move to continue to improve personalization and value for omnichannel shoppers at its five brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The Giant Co., Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Through new partnerships with Inmar Intelligence on digital coupons, Ahold Delhaize USA brands will have access to increased capacity for offers […]
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Study: Consumers Turn From Retailers Not Offering Discounts
Dunnhumby has released the eighth annual Retailer Preference Index (RPI), a comprehensive, nationwide study that examines the about $1 trillion U.S. grocery market. The annual study, that includes a survey of 11,000 U.S. consumers, found that “saving customers money” – through price, promotions, and rewards – is the most important predictor for retailers to have stronger, […]