Lakeland, Florida-based Publix Super Markets has been named by Fortune as one of the best workplaces for women in 2025, one of just two grocery retailers on the large companies list. “This recognition reflects the culture we have built at Publix to ensure all associates feel appreciated, supported and valued,” said Publix VP of Associate Experience […]
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Posted inBakery News, News, Southeast
Flowers Foods Appoints Scaglione As CFO
D. Anthony Scaglione has been named chief financial officer of Flowers Foods, effective Jan. 1, succeeding Steve Kinsey, who will retire at year-end and serve in an advisory role for a period of time to ensure a smooth transition. In his new role, Scaglione will guide the company’s financial strategy and oversee its treasury, investor relations, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Brookshire Grocery Co., News, Southwest
Brookshire Grocery Co. Acquires 2 LA Winn-Dixie Stores From SEG
Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) has entered into an agreement to acquire two Winn-Dixie locations from Southeastern Grocers (SEG) in Baton Rouge and St. George, Louisiana. The locations, one at 8601 Siegen Lane in St. George and another at 13002 Coursey Blvd. in Baton Rouge, will become Super 1 Foods stores following a short closing for […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, H-E-B, News, Southwest
H-E-B Celebrates New Store Grand Opening In Manor, TX
Joined by more than 750 customers on Oct. 22, H-E-B debuted its store at 13100 N FM 973 in Manor, a community east of Austin, Texas. The 101,000-square-foot store is the first H-E-B in the Central Texas city and showcases the quality products and innovative services the retailer’s customers have come to love and expect. […]
Posted inExecutive News, Association News, National, News
NGA Honors Bedoya With Spirit Of America Award
The National Grocers Association (NGA) recognized Alvaro Bedoya with its Spirit of America Award at the Executive Conference and Public Policy Summit in Washington, D.C. “I’m proud to recognize former Federal Trade Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya with this award to recognize not only someone who has shaped policy that has benefited independent grocers throughout the country […]
Posted inSustainability News, News, UNFI, West
UNFI Completes Rooftop Solar Array At DC In Riverside, CA
UNFI has completed its eighth – and largest – rooftop solar array installation, helping reduce energy consumption at its distribution center in Riverside, California. Spanning nearly 1,000 yards, the 6.7MW array is expected to generate about 80 percent of the site’s electricity needs – enough to power about 1,500 homes every year. “Our onsite renewable […]
Posted inFrozen Food, Association News, National, News
AFFI Calls On FDA, USDA To Delay Regulatory Definition For Ultra-Processed Foods
In response to a request for information to help define “ultra-processed foods,” the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) submitted comments to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). AFFI urged the agencies to not issue a proposed definition for UPFs at this moment, adding that classifying foods based on […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, News, Northeast
Charley Family Shop ’n Save’s Roots In Pittsburgh Area Run Deep
Tom Charley and Mike Charley are the fourth-generation owners of Charley Family Shop n’ Save, a three-store group in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, area. Tom Charley spoke to The Griffin Report’s Lorrie Griffith about the company’s origins – rooted in the American dream – and how the fourth generation is working to keep the business strong […]