Buehler’s Fresh Foods Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Peter O’Donnell will retire Dec. 31 after eight years of service to the employee-owned grocery chain. A search for his successor is under way. O’Donnell joined Buehler’s in 2017 following a career spanning leadership roles in finance, accounting and operations across the grocery and retail industries. “Peter has […]
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Food Lion Invests $484M To Upgrade 153 Stores In Charlotte, NC Area
With a $484 million capital investment, Food Lion is enhancing the customer shopping experience with 153 remodeled stores throughout the greater Charlotte market area (DMA), which includes multiple towns and cities across North and South Carolina. “Charlotte is a special market for us because it’s our hometown,” said Food Lion President Greg Finchum. “Every enhancement […]
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ECRS Launches Data Bridge To Help CATAPULT POS Transitions
ECRS has launched POS Data Bridge, a new service designed to streamline the migration of historical data from legacy point-of-sale (POS) systems into the CATAPULT Cognition analytics platform. The solution allows retailers transitioning to CATAPULT to preserve and activate historical insights for immediate business impact. “POS Data Bridge is about unlocking the power of a retailer’s […]
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FoodHealth Co., NielsenIQ Report Finds Grocery Baskets Unhealthy
A new analysis covering more than 200 billion grocery purchases shows that the typical American basket scores 48.94 out of 100 on the FoodHealth Score, a new nutrition index developed by the FoodHealth Co. The report found that American grocery baskets rank 55 percent below the ideal score of 88, which indicates a basket aligned […]
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The Kroger Co., Instacart Invest In AI To Simplify Customer Experiences
The Kroger Co. has expanded its relationship with Instacart to innovate the customer digital shopping experience. This reaffirms Instacart as Kroger’s primary delivery fulfillment partner online and through the app. Together, the companies also will open new opportunities for CPG companies to reach customers with messages and offers through engagement and retail media options. Kroger […]
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AGA Holds 2025 Food Industry Finest Awards Luncheon
The Alabama Grocers Association (AGA) celebrated the state’s grocery industry during the 2025 Food Industry Finest Awards Luncheon in Birmingham, honoring leaders whose work embodies the values, dedication and spirit that define the business. The ceremony featured remarks from Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries Rick Pate, who highlighted the vital role grocers play in feeding […]
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Flashfood Names Zhu As VP Of Engineering To Lead Tech, AI Innovations
Flashfood has named Yixin Zhu as VP of engineering to lead the company’s technology and artificial intelligence innovations. With more than a decade of experience building high-performing engineering organizations, Zhu will oversee the future of Flashfood’s data program to build the most impactful shrink and inventory management platform in retail. “Yixin’s leadership background at disruptive […]
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Yesway Raises $630K During Annual Golf, Clays Classic
Yesway raised more than $630,000 during its fifth annual Golf & Clays Classic Charitable Fundraising Tournament, held Sept. 22-23 at The Golf Clubs at The Tribute and Elm Fork Shooting Sports in Dallas, Texas. This year’s proceeds will benefit Operation Homefront, which aids military families across the nation, as well as several local charities, civic […]