Posted inBeverage News, Albertsons, Feature, West

Caliwater Taps Into Benefits Of ā€˜SuperĀ Fruit’ Prickly Pear Cactus

Oliver Trevena, co-founder with Vanessa Hudgens of Caliwater, was at ExpoWest 2024 to promote the cactus water brand. He spoke with The Shelby Report’s Bob Reeves about the origins of the healthy water product. Trevena said Caliwater has half the calories and half the sugar of coconut water and more health benefits. He added it […]

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In ā€˜Complicated Time,’ Grocers See Shift In Shopper Preferences

Election years are a busy time for any trade group and this year is no exception for the California Grocers Association.Ā  ā€œPolitically we’re going through an interesting time in Southern California and the entire state right now. The presidential election this fall has created a headwind of sorts,ā€ said Nate Rose, the group’s senior director […]

Posted inMarket Profile, Albertsons, Association News, Southwest

As North Texas Grows, Grocery Industry ā€˜Very Competitive’

When looking at northern Texas – and specifically the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex – it is important to note it is a region that spans more than 9,000 miles.Ā Depending on the source and direction viewed, North Texas is either teeming with retail grocery options or in desperate need of them.Ā  Take Dallas, for instance. To the […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, West

Albertsons Cos. Wins ā€˜People’s Voice’ Webby Award

Albertsons Companies was voted the ā€˜People’s Voice’ winner for best shopping and retail app in the 28th annual Webby Awards. Over the last year, Albertsons Cos. has been updating and redesigning its mobile app to create a fast and easy digital shopping experience. Winning this award underscores the investment and progress made in 2023 to […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Albertsons, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Corporate Store News, National

Kroger, Albertsons Share Updated Divestiture Plan With C&S

The Kroger Co. and Albertsons Companies have amended their agreement with C&S Wholesale Grocers for the sale of assets in connection with theirĀ proposed mergerĀ previously announced onĀ Oct. 14. This amended package modifies and builds on theĀ initial divestiture packageĀ that was announced onĀ Sept. 8. The amended divestiture package responds to concerns raised by federal and state antitrust regulators […]

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Insite AI Adds Industry Vets To Executive Advisory Council

Insite AI, an AI-enabled category and revenue growth partner for consumer brands, has selected five retail industry veterans to join the company’s executive advisory council.Ā  Each member has spent decades at leading retailers and brands, including Walmart, Sam’s Club and Albertsons, as well as top brands like Procter & Gamble, Nabisco and Clorox. The advisory […]

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Albertsons Cos. Among Webby Awards Nominees

For its digital app experience, the Albertsons Companies has been nominated in the Best Apps & Software – Shopping & Retail category of the 28th Annual Webby Awards.Ā  The awards program, presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences, honors excellence on the Internet. Winners will be announced April 23 during a show […]