New Channels News In Brief… Albertsons Cos.’ Mark Panzer, who was named the company’s SVP of pharmacy, health and wellness in May 2015, has accepted the additional responsibility of leading general merchandise and health and beauty aids. Panzer’s retail career began at Osco Drug stores more than 40 years ago. He held senior leadership roles […]
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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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Bristol Farms’ Davis Will Chair 2016-18 FMI Board, Other Officers Elected
Kevin Davis, chairman and CEO of Southern California’s Bristol Farms, has been elected chairman of the Food Marketing Institute’s (FMI) board of directors, 2016-18. The group met today for its annual business meeting during the FMI Midwinter Executive Conference in Miami. In addition to Davis, other 2016-18 officers are: ⢠Fred Morganthall, EVP of retail […]
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Union, Safeway Iron Out Pact To Save 700 Maryland Jobs
Teamsters union leaders, Maryland officials and representatives of Safeway have reached an agreement to stop the closure of Safeway’s Collington distribution center in Prince George’s County. The agreement will save more than 700 Teamster warehouse jobs and add an additional 25 jobs at the center. The agreement also paves the way for possible expansion in the […]
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United Family Marks 100th Anniversary This Year, Kicks Off Festivities This Weekend
For The United Family, 2016 marks a historic year, as United Supermarkets celebrates the storeâs 100th anniversary. What began as United Cash Store in Sayre, Oklahoma, in 1916 has grown into a multi-banner, Texas-based grocery chain with 66 stores in 36 communities. Today, The United Family operates United Supermarkets, Market Street, Albertsons Market and Amigos […]
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Safeway Acquires Former Fresh & Easy Store In San Jose
Safeway has acquired a former Fresh & Easy store in Willow Glen Village Shopping Center at 1489 Bird Avenue in San Jose, California. The 23,200-s.f. vacant building will transform into a new Safeway, with construction beginning in the spring and a grand opening slated for summer 2016. “We are excited to open a second location […]
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Pace Of Change Sparks New, And Renewed, âWorriesâ Among Execs
Food retailing has changed greatly over the last decade, and perhaps nowhere can that be seen more clearly than through the Food Marketing Instituteâs âWorry Index,â a polling of anxieties that keep executives up at night, so to speak. âOne of the most distinguishing facts about this yearâs list is that half of the items […]
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Former Albertsons Market In Odessa Transformed Into Market Street Supermarket
The new Market Street supermarket at 4950 E. 42nd Street in Odessa, Texas, held a grand opening ceremony Wednesday to celebrate its new look and offerings resulting from a complete transformation of the former Albertsons Market. Market Street, which bills itself as the place âwhere everyday meets gourmet,â has extensive options for guests to maintain a […]
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Washington State Presents Awards, Crowns Best Bagger During Annual Reception
The Washington Food Industry Association (WFIA) presented several awards and crowned the state’s best bagger during the group’s annual industry reception in Spokane on Oct. 27. Candice Lastimado, a courtesy clerk at the West Seattle Metropolitan Market, took home the first place trophy and a check for $2,000 in a heated competition at the Washington […]