Goodlettsville, Tennessee-based Dollar General Corp. has named Todd Vasos as CEO, effective today. Vasos, who previously served as Dollar General’s CEO from June 2015-November 2022, has agreed to return to lead the company for the foreseeable future. He succeeds Jeff Owen, whose separation from the company and resignation from its board is effective today. “The board […]
Category: Dollar General
Dollar General, founded in 1939 by J.L. Turner and Cal Turner Sr. in Scottsville, Kentucky, has emerged as a prominent discount retailer. The company’s commitment to providing value-driven products and convenience propelled its rapid expansion. As of 2023, Dollar General boasts an extensive presence with over 18,000 locations across numerous states in the U.S.
Recognized for its wide range of affordable household essentials, groceries, and seasonal items, the brand caters to diverse consumer needs. The company’s focus on accessibility and affordability has made it a go-to destination for budget-conscious shoppers seeking everyday essentials. By prioritizing convenience and offering an ever-expanding array of merchandise at competitive prices, Dollar General continues to solidify its position as a leading discount retailer in the market.
Posted inDollar General, Corporate Store News, West
Dollar General Opens First Store In Montana, Its 48th State
The first of three stores Dollar General plans to open this fall in Montana – the company’s 48th state – debuted Sept. 30 in Columbia Falls. Locations in Lincoln and Sanders Counties are under construction, with the company saying it plans to evaluate additional areas of the state for future sites. A customer celebration at […]
Posted inDollar General, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Dollar General Shares Support For Jacksonville, FL
Goodlettsville, Tennessee-based Dollar General has announced ongoing support for Jacksonville, Florida, following a shooting Aug. 26 that left four people, including the gunman, dead at one of its stores in the city’s New Town area. The company’s support includes initial resource commitments, as well as plans to continue evaluating how it can best support employees, […]
Posted inDollar General, Corporate Store News, Midwest
Dollar General Opens Distribution Center In Blair, NE
Dollar General celebrated the grand opening of its distribution center in Blair, Nebraska, on Aug. 19 with employees, their families and elected officials. The grand opening ceremony included a donation to Washington County Food Pantry at Joseph’s Coat. The Dollar General Blair distribution center is the company’s first dual facility combining the efficiencies of traditional and […]
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Dollar General Donates $1M To Imagination Library
The Dollar General Literacy Foundation has donated $1 million to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The grant is part of the DGLF’s 30th anniversary celebration in 2023 and will extend the Imagination Library’s work to provide free books to children from birth to age 5. “Access to quality print materials and books play a critical role […]
Posted inDollar General, Packaging News, Private Label Brands, Southeast
Dollar General Invests In ‘Clover Valley’ Private Brand Line
Goodlettsville, Tennessee-based Dollar General is expanding its private label brand, Clover Valley, to include new on-trend national brand alternatives, debuting more than 100 new items for 2023. This expansion will include a larger selection of sauces, condiments, entrees, sides and snacks, with many featuring new packaging designs. “We have made significant enhancements to our private brands […]
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Dollar General Shares Recent Supply Chain Expansions
Goodlettsville, Tennessee-based Dollar General has announced recent expansions in its global supply chain network, including the opening of its first ground-up, dual facility in Blair, Nebraska, and two permanent regional distribution hubs in Newnan, Georgia, and Fort Worth, Texas. The company also announced expansion plans at facilities in Jonesville, South Carolina, and Amsterdam, New York. […]
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Dollar General Corp. Promotes Dilts To EVP, CFO
Goodlettsville, Tennessee-based Dollar General Corp. has promoted Kelly Dilts to EVP and CFO, effective May 1.  John Garratt, current president and CFO, will retain his role as president until his planned retirement on June 2. Since joining Dollar General in July 2019, Dilts has served as SVP of finance with responsibility for financial planning and analysis, procurement, […]