SpartanNash has named Djouma Barry SVP and chief retail officer, overseeing retail strategy and operations across its growing footprint. Barry succeeds EVP of Corporate Retail Thomas Swanson, who is transitioning into a consulting arrangement at the end of year. Barry most recently served as VP of retail operations at Kroger. He spent most of his […]
Category: The Kroger Co.
Kroger, established in 1883 by Bernard Kroger in Cincinnati, Ohio, swiftly gained recognition for its steadfast commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. As of 2023, it operates over 2,800 locations across multiple states in the U.S.
The Kroger Co. Family of Stores includes: Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Food 4 Less, Foods Co., Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Gerbes, Jay C Food Store, King Soopers, Kroger, Mariano’s, Metro Market, Pay-Less Super Markets, Pick’n Save, QFC, Ralphs, Ruler and Smith’s Food and Drug.
Distinguished for its diverse range of offerings, the brand provides customers with a comprehensive selection of groceries, household goods, and specialty items. The supermarket chain’s dedication to innovation and community engagement resonates with consumers seeking convenience and quality. In 1901 the company started producing its bread, becoming one of the first grocery stores to have its own bakeries. This move ensured freshness and quality for its customers. By consistently adapting to changing consumer preferences and investing in technological advancements, Kroger remains a trusted destination for a varied shopping experience catering to a wide array of customer needs.
Posted inExecutive News, Albertsons, The Kroger Co., West
Albertsons Cos. Shares Board Of Director Changes
Albertsons Cos. and its board of directors elected Jim Donald as the sole independent chair of the board, effective Oct. 24. The board also appointed Stephen Feinberg for the term expiring at the company’s 2025 annual meeting of stockholders. Cerberus Capital Management L.P. designated Feinberg to the board in accordance with the Stockholders Agreement dated […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
The Kroger Co. Predicts Top Five Food Trends Of 2025
The Kroger Co. revealed its top five food trends for 2025, with food dupes, hot peppers and fermented flavors among the customer behaviors and anticipated popular items for the year ahead. The predictions are developed by Kroger’s team of food experts, including Our Brands’ product developers, chefs, buyers, culinary specialists and Kroger’s retail data science arm, […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Midwest, Online Grocery Technology
The Kroger Co., Avery Dennison Eye Improved Inventory Tracking
Mentor, Ohio-based Avery Dennison will begin working with Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. to build a better associate and customer experience through RFID inventory automation technology. The collaboration makes item-level digital identification possible, enabling more frequent and accurate inventory information to maximize freshness and reduce waste. “Our work with Avery Dennison will improve inventory visibility, which means […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Health & Wellness, Midwest
The Kroger Co. To Host Nourishing Change Conference
Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co., has scheduled the Nourishing Change Conference, an inclusive summit on the future of health and well-being in America, for May 13-15, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio. This event is designed to explore the transformative power of nutrition, consumer product goods, technology, pharmacy, clinic, retail and other health […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Southwest
The Kroger Co. Opens New Marketplace Store In Melissa, TX
The Kroger Co.’s Dallas Division has opened a Kroger Marketplace store in Melissa, Texas, marking the company’s first new store in North Texas since 2019. The 123,000-square-foot store, located at 2721 Sam Rayburn Highway, is an investment of $36 million in the community, providing access to more than 35,000 fresh products and creating some 300 […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast, The Kroger Co.
Butterball Launches Cook From Frozen Turkeys
Butterball has introduced its Cook from Frozen Premium Whole Turkey, a new offering for the Thanksgiving holiday. Created with convenience in mind, the new Cook from Frozen turkey requires just two steps: unwrap and roast, with no thawing required. The most popular questions received by the Butterball Turkey Talk-Line are about how and when to thaw […]
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Tech Jobs, Recreation Drawing Folks To Utah’s Wasatch Front
Dave Davis, president and CEO of the Utah Food Industry Association, said it’s good to live in Utah. There are several reasons for that. “Fiscally, we’re in a good place,” Davis said. “I think that both our legislative branch and our executive branch do a good job of managing the economy here in the state.” […]