ShopRite held a ribbon cutting ceremony Sept. 16 to celebrate a new electric vehicle (EV) fast charging station in the parking lot of its store at 1000 Nixon Drive in the Mount Laurel Township of New Jersey. The Electrify America station features six Hyper-Fast chargers, each capable of delivering up to 350kW – fast enough […]
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Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Association News, IGA, National, News
IGA, Red Pepper Collaborate On Digital Marketing Solutions
The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has announced a new Red Oval Partnership with Red Pepper Digital, a provider of digital marketing solutions for retailers. The partnership will give IGA’s network of independent grocery stores access to innovative digital circular and advertising platforms that help grocers reach shoppers more effectively and drive measurable sales growth. “Our […]
Posted inAnniversary Issues, Affiliated Foods, News, Southwest, Wholesaler/Distributor of the Year
Affiliated Foods Leverages Technology To Boost Retailer Services, Engagement
Amarillo, Texas-based Affiliated Foods Inc. is investing in forward-thinking technology to enhance the shopping experience for consumers and improve operational efficiency for its retail members. Among the most visible innovations is the implementation of digital video rails in member stores – a project led by Josh Silvia, AFI’s network and PC manager. Vusion v-rails is […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Grocery Store Layout, News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets
Tops Friendly Markets Invests $4.4M In NY Store Remodels
Tops Friendly Markets has announced a combined $4.4 million investment in remodeling two of its stores – Fayetteville and Manlius, New York. During ribbon-cutting celebrations Oct. 1, Tops will present donations to local community nonprofits that impact first responders, schools, food pantries and veteran organizations. “We’re proud to invest in these remodels that will bring […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Meijer, Midwest, News
Meijer Donates $500K Towards WMU’s Food Marketing Program
Meijer has donated $500,000 to Western Michigan University’s Haworth College of Business Food Marketing Program to support the development of a new hub that helps students grow as professionals and prepares them for careers in the industry. “At Meijer, we believe that fostering innovation and experiential learning is vital to a thriving food sector,” said Don […]
Posted inExecutive News, Independent Store News, News, Stater Bros. Markets, West
Stater Bros. Markets Makes Executive Leadership Appointments
Stater Bros. Markets has shared several promotions within its executive leadership team, all of which will become effective Sept. 29, when President and COO Greg McNiff assumes the role of president and CEO. Rebecca Calvin Calvin has been elevated to EVP and CMO, adding oversight of the company’s supply chain to her marketing responsibilities. Calvin […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, The Raley's Companies, West
Raley’s, Divert Team Up to Cut Food Waste, Fight Hunger
Divert Inc., a circular economy company focused on preventing food waste, has implemented its platform across all 118 of The Raley’s Companies’ retail locations in California and Nevada, achieving full participation within one month. The program enhances the grocer’s landfill diversion efforts while expanding food recovery initiatives to get more fresh food to people in need. […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Aldi, National, News
Aldi Partners With Uber Eats To Launch Nationwide Grocery Delivery
Uber Technologies and Aldi have teamed up to make the grocer’s offerings available on Uber Eats for the first time, bringing on-demand delivery to more than 2,500 locations nationwide. The partnership allows shoppers to order Aldi-exclusive products – including fresh produce, organic meats, bakery items, wine and seasonal favorites – through the Uber Eats app. […]