The Kroger Co.’s CIO and SVP Yael Cosset joined Sucharita Kodali, VP at Forrester Research, Jan. 14-16 at the National Retail Federation’s Big Show for a conversation on the grocer’s digital journey and how it impacts customers and employees. “We continue to invest in our digital transformation journey by enhancing our customer and associate experiences, […]
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Posted inNatural Grocers, Corporate Store News, Southwest
Natural Grocers’ 46th Colorado Store To Open In Gunnison
Natural Grocers will open its 46th store in Colorado on Jan. 31 at 1000 N. Main St. in Gunnison. The community is invited to celebrate the occasion with giveaways, savings, a prize wheel and samples. Natural Grocers’ good4u crew will begin the celebration at 8:15 a.m. with a $2,500 donation presentation to the Gunnison Country […]
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest
Meijer Opens Fairfax Market In Cleveland, OH
Meijer’s first Fairfax Market outside of its home state of Michigan has opened at 2190 E. 105th St. in Cleveland. The retailer’s fifth neighborhood market, it is part of a broader revitalization project designed to bolster economic activity, add jobs and bring food access to the Cleveland Innovation District. “Fairfax Market represents another opportunity to […]
Posted inKeHE Distributors, Southeast, Wholesaler/Distributor News
KeHE’s New Distribution Center Welcomed In Miami
KeHE Distributors’s new 360,000-square-foot distribution center in Miami began operations in December, allowing for more product innovation and assortment benefiting its retail partners in the Southeast. Operating across five temperature zones, it features an air-conditioned dry warehouse space, freezer and cooler, as well as rooms for ice cream and flex/fresh. “We appreciate the local officials […]
Posted inFestival Foods, Executive News, Independent Store News, Midwest
Festival Foods Welcomes Whitney To Lead Merchandising, Marketing
Skogen’s Festival Foods has named Adam Whitney to its senior leadership team as SVP of merchandising and marketing. Whitney brings leadership experience spanning the grocery, general merchandise, convenience and online channels. He has served in VP roles that encompassed merchandising and category management, financial and strategic planning, private label, store operations, loyalty and rewards, compliance […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Feature, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix’s Caring Culture Begins With Hearts, Minds Of Associates
Publix was founded in 1930 in Winter Haven, Florida, by George W. Jenkins (Mr. George) on the concept of community first. Executive Chairman Todd Jones said while food is the “backbone” of the company, “we wanted to make sure that we’ll take care of our customers and our communities.” Talking with Shelby Publishing President and […]
Posted inGelson's, Online Grocery Technology, West
Gelson’s Selects Clear Demand’s Price, Promotion Optimization
Gelson’s has selected Clear Demand’s AI application to gain new insights and improve automation as consumers become more price-sensitive and adjust their shopping habits. Along with its supermarket assortment, Gelson’s pushes innovation, adding new curated food options, take-home meals, wine bars and convenience formats, including its recent announcement of its ReCharge by Gelson’s store. Clear […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Feature, Independent Store News, Southeast
Kentucky New Territory For Growth Leader Publix
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix has been named Shelby Publishing’s 2023 Growth Leader. Now operating more than 1,360 stores, the employee-owned company has opened 45 new locations this year and completed more than 100 remodels. Executive Chairman Todd Jones said Publix is averaging 40-50 new stores per year. The company has recently entered a new market, Kentucky, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Brookshire Grocery Co., Southwest
Brookshire Rolls Out Logile’s Workforce Management Solutions
Brookshire Grocery Co. has installed Logile’s retail labor planning and workforce management solutions at its 209 retail locations across five banners in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma, as well as its corporate offices. Distribution centers and warehouses are in the process of being implemented. Store execution management will be the final phase. Facing end-of-life concerns […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Food City, Southeast
Food City EVP Operations Tacker Retires, Successor Named
Following a life-long career in the grocery industry, Ron Tacker, EVP of operations for Food City’s Knoxville division, has announced plans to retire from the company, effective March 1. “Ron has been a valuable asset to our company, the grocery industry, his colleagues and the entire Knoxville community,” said Steven C. Smith, president and CEO. “His […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Rouses Market, Southeast
Food Desert No More – Louisiana Community Embraces Rouses Store
A collaborative effort years in the making, the Rouses Markets store that opened Jan. 11 at 5909 Florida Blvd. in North Baton Rouge was hailed by elected officials and the community as a much-anticipated end to a long-recognized food desert in Louisiana’s capital city. A well-bundled crowd of hundreds started gathering in the wee morning […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Begins Store Construction In Melissa, TX
H-E-B has begun construction on its 131,000-square-foot store in Melissa, a city north of Dallas in Collin County, Texas. The store is expected to open in 2025. The Melissa H-E-B store will be located at the corner of U.S. 75 and Highway 121. It will include a full-service pharmacy with a drive-thru and a True […]
Posted inH-E-B, Amazon Fresh, Corporate Store News, Independent Store News, National, Whole Foods
H-E-B Holds Top Spot In Dunnhumby’s Annual Grocery Rankings
H-E-B has been named the top U.S. Grocery Retailer in the seventh annual dunnhumby Retailer Preference Index (RPI), a nationwide study that examines the U.S. grocery market. H-E-B is the first grocery retailer to be recognized three times as No. 1 in the RPI ranking, surpassing Amazon and Trader Joe’s which have ranked as top grocer twice. […]
Posted inAlbertsons, Packaging News, Private Label Brands, West
Albertsons Introduces Signature SELECT Mix + Match Meal Solution
Albertsons Companies has introduced its newest Own Brand innovation: the Signature SELECT Mix + Match meal solution. Designed to save customers time in the store and in the kitchen, this new line of frozen entrees, sides and veggies cook together in one standard oven at 375 degrees for about 35 minutes. Available at 1,900 Albertsons Cos. […]
Posted inHy-Vee, Health & Wellness, Midwest, Online Grocery Technology
Hy-Vee, Soda Health Launch New Smart Benefits Program
Hy-Vee, in partnership with Soda Health, has launched a new Smart Benefits program that allows recipients to receive personalized health and wellness benefits at all Hy-Vee locations across the retailer’s eight-state region. The program is available to participating Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and employer benefits programs, as well as other public organizations. The benefits are personalized […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Holds Grand Opening For First Store In Kentucky
Publix Super Markets opened its first store in Kentucky on Jan. 10, entering its eighth state of operation. Located at 2500 Terra Crossing Blvd. in the Terra Crossing Shopping Center in Louisville, the store features a 55,701-square-foot store with a drive-thru Publix Pharmacy and an adjacent 3,200-square-foot Publix Liquors offering beer, wine and spirits. This […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast, Stop & Shop
Stop & Shop’s Marty The Robot To Take Selfies For Hunger At NRF’24
Badger Technologies is partnering with Stop & Shop to increase support for its “Feed it Forward” charitable giving initiatives by offering a “Selfies with Marty” program at the NRF‘24 show Jan. 14-16 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. Badger Technologies will donate 10 meals for every selfie taken and posted […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, West
Albertsons Taps Criteo For Retail Media Ecosystem
Albertsons Media Collective, the retail media arm for the Albertsons Cos., has begun a new partnership with Criteo to enhance its on-site sponsored ad offerings. At the same time, Criteo plans to expand to newer ad formats such as commerce display and sponsored video. Together, the partners will offer CPG brands access to premium inventory […]
Posted inBig Y Foods, Executive News, Independent Store News, Northeast
Big Y Names Michael D’ Amour Next President, CEO
The Board of Directors of Big Y Foods Inc. has announced several executive changes, beginning Jan. 21. Charles L. D’Amour will step down as president and CEO and become executive chairman of the board as the reins move to Michael P. D’Amour. In addition, the position of EVP and chief operating officer will transition to […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, West
Albertsons Accepting Applicants For Emerging Products Event
Albertsons Cos. has begun its Second Annual Innovation Launchpad competition as it seeks emerging brands representing food, beverage and pet products. Independent specialty and natural food brands between $2 million and $8 million in net retail sales are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to compete March 12 at the Natural Products Expo West in […]