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In ‘Complicated Time,’ Grocers See Shift In Shopper Preferences

Election years are a busy time for any trade group and this year is no exception for the California Grocers Association.  “Politically we’re going through an interesting time in Southern California and the entire state right now. The presidential election this fall has created a headwind of sorts,” said Nate Rose, the group’s senior director […]

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Kroger Hailed For Mental Health In Workplace Efforts

The Kroger Co. has been awarded the 2024 Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health, an upgraded rating from previous years.  The Bell Seal program from Mental Health America (MHA) is a first-of-its-kind workplace certification that recognizes employers who strive to create mentally healthy workplaces for employees. “The Bell Seal certification recognizes Kroger’s unwavering dedication […]

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Best In Class: Optimizing Mother’s Day Sales In Grocery

As Mother’s Day approaches, the aisles of grocery stores nationwide transform into battlegrounds for consumer attention. Best-In-Class retailers, both large and small, understand the best strategy for optimizing Mother’s Day sales and many other occasions goes beyond focusing on volume. They are winning hearts and capturing sales by offering a personalized, heartfelt shopping experience tailored to […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Executive News, National, The Kroger Co.

Invafresh Appoints Cron Chief Data Officer

Andrew Cron has joined Toronto-based Invafresh as chief data officer. “AI technologies are revolutionizing the way grocery retailers operate, enabling them to streamline supply chains, enhance customer experiences, drive labor efficiencies, reduce food waste and use technology to guide and accelerate decision making,” said Invafresh CEO Tim Spencer. “Invafresh is at the forefront of accelerating […]

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Kroger, Albertsons Share Updated Divestiture Plan With C&S

The Kroger Co. and Albertsons Companies have amended their agreement with C&S Wholesale Grocers for the sale of assets in connection with their proposed merger previously announced on Oct. 14. This amended package modifies and builds on the initial divestiture package that was announced on Sept. 8. The amended divestiture package responds to concerns raised by federal and state antitrust regulators […]

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Kroger Holds Grand Reopening In Mansfield, TX

The Kroger Co. held a grand reopening celebration April 10 for its recent remodeled store at 3300 E. Broad St. in Mansfield, Texas, following months of improvements at the location.  Kroger kicked off the grand opening in Mansfield with a special weekly advertisement that features exclusive savings through April 16, including .20 cents off per […]

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Insite AI Adds Industry Vets To Executive Advisory Council

Insite AI, an AI-enabled category and revenue growth partner for consumer brands, has selected five retail industry veterans to join the company’s executive advisory council.  Each member has spent decades at leading retailers and brands, including Walmart, Sam’s Club and Albertsons, as well as top brands like Procter & Gamble, Nabisco and Clorox. The advisory […]

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Harris Teeter To Sponsor Annual Cooper River Bridge Run In SC

Harris Teeter will return as the sole presenting sponsor for the 47th annual Cooper River Bridge Run in Charleston, South Carolina. “Harris Teeter has been serving the Lowcountry for 48 years, growing in the community right alongside the Cooper River Bridge Run,” said Danna Robinson, director of corporate affairs for Harris Teeter. “We’re thrilled to be back […]