East Syracuse, New York-based Dumac Business Systems has appointed Michael Kress to its board of directors. He serves as Dumac’s VP of major accounts. “Michael is an experienced business leader who brings significant expertise in POS technology and within the CFR and grocery space,” said Howard McCarthy, CEO and chairman of the board. “We are delighted to welcome […]
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Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Deli News, Northeast
UNFI Offers Meal Solutions To Meet Demand For Retailers
Providence, Rhode Island-based United Natural Foods has added two new meal solutions to its offering to better allow retailers to meet the growing demand, while reducing in-store labor and the time required to create similar products on their own. The solutions are available nationwide to the more than 30,000 customer locations UNFI services. The on-trend solutions, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast
Misfits Market To Combine With Imperfect Foods
New York-based Misfits Market, an online grocery platform, has announced the acquisition of online grocer Imperfect Foods. The planned acquisition will unite both brands to deliver a better, more sustainable grocery experience and put the combined business on track to cross $1 billion in sales and reach profitability by early 2024. Founded to build a […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast
Birdzi Creates Personalized Consumer Offers With Visper 2.0
Iselin, New Jersey-based Birdzi is altering grocers’ approach to personalization with the announcement of Visper 2.0. Through this program, grocers can create personalized promotions with no manual input, customizing each element to individual shoppers. Earlier this year, regional grocer Coborn’s trialed Visper 2.0 and saw an increase in loyalty. Customers expect personalization, but according to McKinsey & Company, 23 percent of shoppers believe […]
Posted inBeverage News, Northeast
Spindrift Launches Seasonal Flavor: Spiced Apple Cider
Newton, Massachusetts-based Spindrift is launching the brand’s first seasonal release, Spiced Apple Cider. “Fall is an ideal season for Spindrift. It’s when the air is crisp, food turns heartier and when many people return to where they feel the most at home to spend time with loved ones. Spiced Apple Cider pairs perfectly with fall […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
The Giant Co. Celebrates Hunger Action Month In September
Throughout September, Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based The Giant Company will donate funds and product, volunteer and raise awareness to help eliminate hunger in honor of Hunger Action Month. Established in 2008, Hunger Action Month is the Feeding America nationwide network for food banks’ awareness campaign. “As a grocer, we have the responsibility to feed all people in our local communities […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Tops Offers Double Give Back Days In September
Williamsville, New York-based Tops Friendly Markets announced that in September, it is offering schools the chance to earn double the rewards as part of its Tops in Education Program. Participants enrolled in the program will be able to earn up to 10 percent for schools. Through Sept. 30, customers must purchase participating products such as Tops Brand, […]
Posted inProduce News, Northeast
SweeTango Apple Crop To Begin Shipping After Labor Day
Swedesboro, New Jersey-based SweeTango apple growers and packers are urging retailers to place orders to take advantage of the brand’s marketing plans. Fruit will start shipping after Labor Day, the SweeTango sales desks report. “I don’t remember ever having as nice a crop hanging on the trees as we’ve got this year, both volume and quality,” […]