The Network of Executive Women has named three new members to its board of directors effective early 2021. Joining the NEW Board of Directors are Valerie Jabbar, group VP at Kroger; Mike Theilmann, EVP, chief human resources officer at Albertsons Cos.; and Jennifer Wilson, SVP brand marketing at Lowe’s. “We’re thrilled to welcome Valerie, Mike […]
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.
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MessageWrap Provides Extra Cleanliness To Grocery Checkouts
A 2021 Facebook survey of more than 300 shoppers, focused specifically on targeting women and parents age 27-45, reveals that 96 percent of shoppers believe antimicrobial conveyor belts should be a âbasic standardâ for grocery stores. In addition, 88 percent said they were âveryâ or âsomewhat concernedâ about touching standard black conveyor belts at checkout. […]
Posted inProduce News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, West
Plenty Expands Into 17 New Safeway Stores Across Northern California
Plenty, a vertical farming company, has expanded to 17 new Safeway stores across Northern California, bringing the total number of stores carrying Plenty produce in the region to 53. The additional Albertsons-owned stores, which include Safeway and Vons, are part of the multi-year agreement between the two companies to expand Plenty produce into more than […]
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Nature Eats Debuts New Almond Chips Called Nutchos
In time for National Chip And Dip Day on March 23, Natureâs Eats â a brand of Texas Star Nut & Food Co. â is launching a first-to-market almond chip, called Nutchos. Now health conscious consumers will have a new snack option over traditional tortilla chips. Nutchos is the first grain-free, almond nut chip made […]
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Gotham Greens Accelerates Growth With West Coast Expansion
Gotham Greens, a pioneer in indoor agriculture operating high-tech greenhouses across the U.S., has announced its latest greenhouse in California near the University of California-Davis, one of the world’s leading agriculture research and teaching centers. Located in Solano County, California, the first phase of Gotham Greens’ 10-acre greenhouse facility is expected to open in 2021 and will enable the company […]
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Klug, Mayer Join Executive Leadership Team At Bashasâ Family Of Stores
Two additions to the executive leadership team of Bashasâ Family of Stores signal a sharpening focus on the customer experience, sustainability and technology for Arizonaâs hometown grocer. The family-run company â which operates Food City, AJ’s Fine Foods, Eddie’s Country Store and both Bashas’ and Bashas’ DinĂ© supermarkets â has appointed Sue Klug to its board of […]
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âCrisis Took Serving To A New Levelâ At Valley Fresh MarketÂ
Store in Solvang gave away toilet paper, started selling barbecue by John McCurry / contributing writer As is the case for many independent grocers, Greg King has spent much of his life in the business. Now 52, he began working at a grocery store when he was 14. His father was in the business during […]
Posted inPackaging News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, Southeast
DS Smithâs Greentote Is 100% Recyclable Alternative To Plastic Bags
As more states, counties and cities ban plastic bags, DS Smith now is offering grocery stores and consumers Greentote, the first reusable, moisture-resistant, modular, 100 percent recyclable container made from renewable resources. The companyâs development of the Greentote alternative arrives as stores and supermarkets respond to the pandemic-driven jump in online fulfillment sales, BOPIS (buy […]