Safeway and Albertsons have introduced Vine & Cellar, a collection of curated wines available online with home delivery in one to three business days. Offered only in California, Vine & Cellar features an expanded assortment of wine varietals and global wine regions selected by Curtis Mann, master of wine and group VP of alcohol for […]
Category: Albertsons
Albertsons traces its roots back to its founding in 1939 by Joe Albertson in Boise, Idaho. With a commitment to providing quality products and exceptional service, Albertsons quickly gained popularity. Over the years, the company expanded its presence and, as of 2023, operates over 2000 locations across 34 states and the District of Columbia.
Albertsons prides itself on providing an array of exclusive and specialty items. From artisanal cheeses and locally sourced organic produce to proprietary brands offering high-quality and innovative choices, they are a haven for those seeking distinct and premium products. The supermarket chain prioritizes customer satisfaction, offering a variety of services and products to meet the diverse needs of its shoppers. Albertsons has evolved to embrace modern shopping trends while maintaining its commitment to quality and affordability. By acting on their vision of community engagement and customer loyalty, the company continues to be a leading player in the grocery retail industry.
Today, Albertsons serves as one of 20 banners under Albertsons Companies, and operates 2200 stores in 34 states including California, Texas, Nevada and the District of Columbia. Additional banners include Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carrs, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci’s Food Lovers Market.
Posted inAssociation News, Albertsons, National
NGA Pleased With Proposed Merger Guidelines On Buyer Power
The Federal Trade Commission and Department of Justice has released a much-anticipated proposed update to merger enforcement guidelines that marks a significant shift to incorporate concerns the NGA has raised with federal enforcers. The proposed draft rewrites merger enforcement standards to include new considerations for those that enhance buyer power.âŻSpecifically, one of the 13 proposed […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Southwest
Albertsons Market, Market Street Donate $42K To Hunger Nonprofits
Albuquerque, New Mexico-based Albertsons Market and Santa Fe, New Mexico-based Market Street joined The Food Depot and Roadrunner Food Bank for two check presentation ceremonies following a 12-day statewide donate-at-the-register fundraising campaign. Guests and team members combined to raise more than $42,500 to help these organizations fight food insecurity across New Mexico. The fundraiser ran […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, West
Albertsons Companiesâ O Organics Brand Launches Hunger Program
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Companies Inc. has launched its O Organics âFight Hunger, Serve Hopeâ initiative to combat hunger during the summer months, when households with school-aged children face higher rates of food insecurity. Through Aug. 1, the companyâs private label brand will donate one meal for every O Organics product purchased, up to $7 million […]
Posted inC-Store News, Albertsons, Southwest
United Express C-Stores Support Special Olympics
Lubbock, Texas-based United Express c-storesâ month-long fundraiser for Special Olympics culminated in a check presentation June 30. âWe are so thankful to be in a position where we can help support the mission and activities of the Special Olympics,â said Angelos Lambis, director of fuel and convenience for The United Family and board member for […]
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, Albertsons, Southeast
Toshiba To Highlight Tech Solutions At RetailNOW 2023
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina-based Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions has announced it will be at the Retail Solutions Providers Association RetailNOW 2023, set for July 30-Aug. 1 in Orlando, Florida. Fredrik Carlegren, VP of marketing and communications, said in a statement that retailers are âlooking to technology to help them overcome mounting challenges in the […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, National
DoorDash Launches SNAP/EBT Online Payments
DoorDash will begin accepting SNAP/EBT payments on the platform with multiple grocery partners including Aldi, Albertsons, Safeway, Meijer and participating 7-Eleven stores. With these partnerships, more than 4,000 grocery and convenience locations nationwide will soon offer SNAP/EBT payment capabilities on DoorDash for on-demand delivery of eligible grocery items. DoorDash will offer SNAP recipients the benefits […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, Marketing News, West
Albertsons Media Collective Seeks To Standardize Retail Media Networks
In a new whitepaper, Albertsons Media Collective has shared a preliminary framework to standardize specifications, methodologies, terminology and disclosures across retail media networks. The collective, the retail media arm of Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Cos., is hosting a discussion on the topic â Transforming Retail Media Through Standardization â alongside leaders from Omnicom Media Group, Pinterest […]