Bob Obray calls himself an accountant. The SVP and CFO at Associated Foods Stores (AFS) in Salt Lake City also is a student of (other) successful people in business. He shared some of the lessons he’s learned from what they’ve had to say with those attending ROFDA’s Spring Conference in Stowe, Vermont, in May. He […]
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H-E-B Tournament Of Champions Raises Record Amount For Texas Charities
The H-E-B Tournament of Champions is one of the largest charitable events in the U.S. This year, it set a record for Texas charities with more than $10 million raised. The total raised in the 34 years the tournament has been held is more than $118 million. From June 5-7, H-E-B partners (employees), vendors and […]
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People To Watch: Barons Market’s Ina McDonald
The Shelby Report and The Grocery Group have introduced a new series entitled People to Watch that focuses on current and future leadership in the grocery industry. In this fourth installment, The Grocery Group Founder and CEO Cindy Sorensen interviews Ina McDonald, district manager for Barons Market in San Diego, California. Sorensen’s questions are in […]
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An Exclusive Look At Aldi’s 1,900th Store In San Diego
The Shelby Report‘s VP-West Bob Reeves was on site at Aldi’s new store in the Mira Mesa neighborhood of San Diego that opened June 13. It marks the Illinois-based grocer’s 1,900th store in the U.S. and is part of a $3.4 billion Aldi investment to expand to 2,500 stores nationwide by the end of 2022. […]
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Recommended: Workers To Vote On Strike Against 3 SoCal Chains
Members of seven Southern California food workers locals, including San Diego’s, will vote June 24 on whether to authorize a strike against three major grocery chains, it was announced Monday via social media. Potentially targeted are Albertsons, Kroger-owned Ralphs and Albertsons-owned Vons — which took major losses in the last major supermarket strike in 2003-2004. […]
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HyVida Hydrogen-Infused Sparkling Waters On Shelf At Meijer
In a deal involving two West Michigan-based companies, HyVida Brands Inc., maker of hydrogen-infused sparkling waters, has expanded its Midwest retail footprint with Meijer. “Meijer was quick to identify HyVida as more than a hydrogen infused beverage, but also as a healthier sparkling water to support Meijer’s commitment (to provide) innovative, healthy options at its […]
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New San Diego Location To Mark Aldi’s 1,900th Store
Aldi’s new store in the Mira Mesa neighborhood of San Diego that will open June 13 will be the Illinois-based grocer’s 1,900th store in the U.S. The store is part of a $3.4 billion Aldi investment to expand to 2,500 stores nationwide by the end of 2022. To celebrate the store opening, Aldi will host […]
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Lala Yogurt Smoothie Featured On Ellentube As Healthy Snack
Dallas-based Lala U.S. recently was featured on season three of Ellentube’s original series, “Momsplaining.” The series reveals the challenges of motherhood, offering tips and tricks on how to navigate parenting in today’s fast-paced culture. Lala Yogurt Smoothie with Probiotics is featured in episodes two and three as a healthy and convenient snack option. “Lala aims […]