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NGA Foundation Empowers Independent Grocers Through ELDP

The National Grocers Association (NGA) Foundation has completed its four-day Executive Leadership Development Program (ELDP). Held June 1-5 at Cornell University, the program features a blend of learning experiences, lectures and collaborative group activities designed to develop and enhance leadership skills. “ELDP continues to educate, inspire and empower talented professionals who are driving growth and […]

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FMI Names 2025 Store Manager Awards Winners

FMI – The Food Industry Association has announced the winners of the 2025 Store Manager Awards, honoring those in grocery retail who demonstrate outstanding leadership, elevate store performance and inspire teams across the industry. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the awards program, celebrating two decades of excellence in food retail management. “For the […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Online Grocery Technology, West

Simbe Brings Store Intelligence Platform To DeCicco & Sons

Simbe has announced a strategic retail automation partnership with family-owned DeCicco & Sons grocery chain that will install its Store Intelligence platform at the grocer’s new flagship location in Sleepy Hollow, New York, with additional rollouts planned in Eastchester and Larchmont. Simbe’s platform offers real-time, storewide visibility into pricing accuracy, inventory levels and product placement […]

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Stars Commit To 2025 Meijer LPGA Classic For Simply Give

Some of the biggest names in women’s golf are set to return to Michigan June 12-15 for the 2025 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give at Blythefield Country Club. Headlining the early commitments in the 144-player field are defending champion Lilia Vu and past champions Lexi Thompson, Brooke Henderson, Mirim Lee and Leona Maguire. The 2024 […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southeast

Carla Hall, The Fresh Market Partner With Alzheimer’s Association

The Fresh Market has teamed up with celebrity chef Carla Hall and the Alzheimer’s Association to raise awareness and support research and resources during Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. From June 1-30 at all The Fresh Market locations nationwide, the grocer will donate 10 percent of proceeds from every purchase of Carla Hall’s Sweet Heritage Butter […]

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Whole Foods Market Daily Shop Opens In NYC’s Hell’s Kitchen

Whole Foods Market opened the third location of its smaller format store concept, Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, June 4 at 301 West 50th St. in New York City’s Hell’s Kitchen. The 8,500-square-foot store features more than 400 items from the Northeast, each meeting Whole Foods Market’s quality standards. “This neighborhood is very dynamic – […]

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Publix Continues Growth Trajectory With New Kentucky Store

Publix continued expanding into its eighth state by opening a new store June 5 at 3855 Fountainblue Lane in Lexington, Kentucky. “We are excited to open our second location in Lexington at The Fountains at Palomar,” said Publix Media Relations Manager Jared Glover. “Customers can start their shopping trip at our Pours café, where they […]