The Save Mart Companies, a Modesto, California-based company, has appointed industry veteran Robert “Bob” G. Miller to its board of directors. “Bob’s expertise and passion for the grocery industry is legendary along with his unparalleled track record of being a growth-focused leader,” said Shane Sampson, executive chairman of the board, The Save Mart Companies. “For decades, Bob has built great companies by […]
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Posted inAldi, Amazon Fresh, Corporate Store News, Southeast, Whole Foods
Aldi Opens Regional Distribution Center In Loxley, AL
Aldi unveiled its completed regional headquarters and distribution center in Loxley, Alabama, which will serve as many as 100 stores across the Gulf Coast. “At a time when inflation is putting pressure on American wallets, we believe our mission to save people money on the food and products they need is more important than ever,” said Heather […]
Posted inLipari Foods, Association News, National, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Lipari Foods To Join 2023 NGA Show Lineup
The NGA Show has announced the addition of a specialty food distributor Lipari Foods to its lineup. Lipari Foods, based in Warren, Michigan, will be making its NGA Show debut with a 30-by-50-foot showcase, featuring exclusive and national brands. “Our team has attended The NGA Show in the past as visitors with the goal to […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Charlotte Division VP To Retire, Successor Announced
After more than 47 years of service, Chuck Roskovich, Publix Super Markets Charlotte division VP, has announced his decision to retire March 31. With Roskovich’s retirement, Publix has announced the promotion of Joey Riddle to Charlotte Division VP. Roskovich began his Publix career in 1975 as a part-time front service clerk in Lauderhill, Florida. He […]
Posted inAmazon Fresh, Corporate Store News, H-E-B, National, Whole Foods
Amazon Falls To H-E-B As Preferred Grocery Retailer
Dunnhumby has released its sixth annual Retailer Preference Index, a nationwide study that examines the U.S. grocery market. Three years after the COVID-19 pandemic upturned the grocery industry, H-E-B has regained its leadership position from Amazon, with Costco following behind in second place. Amazon fell to third while Wegmans took the fourth spot for the third […]
Posted inGelson's, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Executive News, West
Bagan Begins Role As Gelson’s President, CEO
Encino, California-based Gelson’s has promoted John Bagan to president and CEO, following the departure of Rob McDougall, who retired after 15 years with Gelson’s at the end of the year. In a Sept. 9 internal email to Gelson’s employees that he shared with The Shelby Report, McDougall announced his intent to retire. He attributed the decision […]
Posted inDollar General, C-Store News, Midwest
Dollar General Celebrates Store Opening Milestone
Dollar General commemorated the grand opening of its 19,000th store Jan. 30 with a community celebration and $19,000 donation to a local elementary school in Joplin, Missouri. Customers also received complimentary company gift cards, tote bags and product samples. “Today marks an exciting milestone in Dollar General’s history as we open our 19,000th store,” said […]
Posted inCoborn's, Independent Store News, Midwest
Coborn’s Shares Company Leadership Appointments
St. Cloud, Minnesota-based Coborn’s has announced several promotions as the company prepares for its next phase of growth, including retail expansion and supply chain alignment. Matt Leiseth, the VP of operations and president of Hornbacher’s, has been promoted to SVP of operations. He will continue to lead all grocery store operations and will continue as […]