Supervalu Inc. has named Janel Haugarth to lead its independent business organization, replacing Leon Bergmann who has decided to leave the company. Bergmann’s last day is Oct. 19. Haugarth is a 35-year veteran of the company and returns to the independent business organization, where she brings knowledge and leadership in serving the needs of the […]
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Posted in, Equipment & Technology, National
MyWebGrocer To Power Digital Services For 208 New Stores
MyWebGrocer, a leading provider of digital grocery solutions, is expanding its presence throughout the country, launching new online grocery tools for more than 200 stores in the U.S. Both of the new retailers will be leveraging MyWebGrocer’s best-in-class digital marketing solutions that have cross platform functionality and will augment the retailers’ in-store shopping experience by […]
Posted in, Center Store, National
Kettle Brand Bakes Unveils New Flavors
Kettle Brand has released a new line-up of Kettle Brand Bakes featuring two bold new flavors: zesty Cheddar & Roasted Tomato and tangy Sour Cream & Onion. The new flavors are available in stores now, joining three existing flavors in new packaging. Kettle Brand Bakes are the only baked potato chip on the market made […]
Posted in, National, Perishables
No Crates Or Cages For Thanksgiving Turkeys At Whole Foods
This Thanksgiving, thanks to Global Animal Partnership’s (GAP) 5-Step Animal Welfare Rating, Whole Foods Market shoppers can know exactly how turkeys were raised for their holiday meals. Whole Foods Market is the first national retailer to offer full transparency in regards to raising practices for turkeys sold in the meat department. Global Animal Partnership is […]
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Tastykake, Hershey’s Roll Out New Kandy Bar Kakes
This Halloween, Tastykake is joining forces with North America’s largest chocolate manufacturer, The Hershey Co., to introduce a new treat that combines the “best of both worlds,” according to a news release. New Kandy Bar Kakes are a blend of cake and candy, made with real quality ingredients and featuring Hershey’s most popular flavors. “Tastykake […]
Posted in, National, West
CF Cycle For Life Increases Donations By 167 Percent
Hundreds of cyclists rode in the 2nd annual Aptalis CF Cycle for Life earlier this month, raising $120,000 for cystic fibrosis research—a 167 percent increase in fundraising from last year. “The great success we experienced this year was due to the support of our sponsors—Bristol Farms, Smart & Final, Harley Marine, SmartWater, Unified Grocers, Sara […]
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NEW SoCal Hosts Workshop Event
The Network of Executive Women Southern California recently held its workshop and networking event: “The Corporate Athlete.” The workshop was held at the Pacific Palms Hotel and Conference Center in the City of Industry, Calif. In the featured photo at top: Subriana Pierce, Navigator Sales & Marketing; and Kathy Smith, Chiquita Brands North America. (Find […]
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Land O’Lakes Launches Saute Express Saute Starter
Land O’Lakes, the national farmer-owned food and agricultural cooperative, is “setting the innovation table” in cooking with the launch of Saute Express Saute Starter. Now found in the dairy aisle at the nation’s largest food retailers, the first-of-its-kind, seasoned butter and olive oil saute starter both cooks and flavors chicken, fish and pork in one […]