Posted inThe Kroger Co., National, Online Grocery Technology

Kroger’s CIO Discusses Digital Innovation At NRF’s Big Show

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, […]

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, […]