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The United Family To Host Vendor Discovery Showcase

The United Family is planning its first Discovery Showcase, an event to connect the company with local and regional vendors interested in doing business.  Since its inception, The United Family has sourced local products and encouraged employees to give back to their communities. The United Family sources suppliers that best match their needs, regardless of […]

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Kroger Says It Will Lower Prices If Albertsons Merger OK’d

The Kroger Co. is sharing additional insights about how the company lowered prices via previous mergers and plans to do the same through its proposed deal with Albertsons Cos. “We believe the way to be America’s best grocer is to provide great value by consistently lowering prices and offering more choices. When we do this, […]

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Foley Appointed Kroger’s Interim CFO, Millerchip Steps Down

Todd Foley has been named interim CFO at The Kroger Co., effective immediately. Gary Millerchip, former SVP and CFO, has stepped down to assume the role of EVP and CFO with Costco Wholesale Corp. The Kroger Co. will name a CFO successor at a later date. “Todd is a proven leader who has served in […]

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Albertsons’ Annual Supplier Program Seeking Diverse Brands

Applications are being accepted for Albertsons Cos. Supplier Diversity Program, which is designed to discover, support and give diverse-owned suppliers the opportunity to expand their businesses with the grocer and its stores. The application process is open to diverse-owned suppliers, which include small and mid-size businesses that are at least 51 percent owned, controlled and […]

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Albertsons Introduces Signature SELECT Mix + Match Meal Solution

Albertsons Companies has introduced its newest Own Brand innovation: the Signature SELECT Mix + Match meal solution. Designed to save customers time in the store and in the kitchen, this new line of frozen entrees, sides and veggies cook together in one standard oven at 375 degrees for about 35 minutes. Available at 1,900 Albertsons Cos. […]

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Albertsons Taps Criteo For Retail Media Ecosystem

Albertsons Media Collective, the retail media arm for the Albertsons Cos., has begun a new partnership with Criteo to enhance its on-site sponsored ad offerings. At the same time, Criteo plans to expand to newer ad formats such as commerce display and sponsored video. Together, the partners will offer CPG brands access to premium inventory […]

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Albertsons Accepting Applicants For Emerging Products Event

Albertsons Cos. has begun its Second Annual Innovation Launchpad competition as it seeks emerging brands representing food, beverage and pet products. Independent specialty and natural food brands between $2 million and $8 million in net retail sales are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to compete March 12 at the Natural Products Expo West in […]

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United Family’s 28-Day Challenge Promotes Wellness

The United Family has launched 28-Day Challenge, a month of savings and prizes for shoppers beginning their wellness journeys in 2024.  Through an interactive list linked to Rewards! accounts, the grocer’s health and wellness team wants to help customers set realistic goals, prioritize self-care and cultivate positive habits. “This 28-Day Challenge is all about giving […]