[gn_note color=”#FFCC00″]The 2011 Illinois Profile originally ran in the November 2011 edition of The Shelby Report of the Midwest. Due to reader requests we will be posting our Profiles from each edition of The Shelby Report. The profile will be published on theshelbyreport.com one month after it has run in print.[/gn_note] by Terrie Ellerbee/associate editor […]
Category: Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market, founded in 1980 by John Mackey, Renee Lawson Hardy, Craig Weller, and Mark Skiles, originated in Austin, Texas. As a pioneer in the natural and organic foods movement, the brand has evolved into one of the world’s leading retailers of natural and organic foods.
The company’s business model revolves around offering high-quality, responsibly sourced products that promote health and well-being. The brand distinguishes itself by maintaining strict quality standards, including bans on artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives in its products. With a commitment to sustainability, the chain supports local farmers and suppliers, prioritizing organic and non-GMO options whenever possible. Whole Foods Market operates over 500 locations across North America and the United Kingdom.
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BI-LO Makes Consumer Reports “Nice” List
On Nov. 21, the TODAY show featured Consumer Report’s “2011 Naughty and Nice Holiday List,” a compilation of well-known companies that are awarded points for consumer good behavior. BI-LO was among the likes of Amazon, Costco, American Express and Microsoft for its coupon policy, which doubles the money back for any customer that is unsatisfied […]
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2011 Indiana Profile: An Eye on Divided State Legislature
Things just get curiouser and curiouser in Midwest statehouses. Add Indiana to the list of states with lawmakers hiding out in Illinois.
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A Look at the Future of Retailing
by Terrie Ellerbee/associate editor From FMI Future Connect 2011 If you build a new grocery store, you are not interested growing sales. You are interested in taking market share because the U.S. has reached the saturation point for stores. That was the sobering news brought to Future Connect 2011 attendees on Tuesday, May 10, by […]
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Walmart Testing Grocery Delivery in California
Bentonville, Ark.-based Wal-Mart is testing home grocery delivery in San Jose, Calif., as the world’s largest retailer ratchets up competition with online retailer Amazon.com. With the new “Walmart To Go,” customers can order up groceries, health and beauty products such as soap, shampoo and over-the-counter medicines, and household supplies like paper towels and laundry detergent […]
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Amazon Possibly Expanding to Grocery Home Delivery
Amazon.com Inc. may be planning to expand a free home-delivery program, a move that analysts say could encourage consumers to do more of their shopping for groceries and other goods with the online retailer rather than local stores, the Wall Street Journal reported. The service, AmazonTote, is currently available only around Seattle, where the company […]