Rodney “Rod” Antolock, former president of Harris Teeter and a vital part of the company for two decades before retiring in early 2022, has been inducted into The Shelby Report’s Food Industry Hall of Fame. Antolock joined Harris Teeter in 2000. At the time, he was the division president for Albertsons in San Antonio, according […]
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Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Retailer’s Foundation Donates $1M For Food Assistance
Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion Feeds has donated $1 million to grow partnerships with Feeding America and No Kid Hungry. The funding will support both organizations in meeting the increased demand for food assistance by building capacity so more meals can be delivered to families throughout the retailer’s 10-state footprint. “Our partnerships with Feeding America […]
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North Carolina Native Relishes ‘Dream Job’ With Harris Teeter
Tammy DeBoer, The Shelby Report of the Southeast’s Female Executive of the Year, has been in a leadership role with Matthews, North Carolina-based Harris Teeter for two years. But her experience with the brand dates back to childhood. DeBoer grew up in the Tarheel State and started attending Appalachian State University in Boone before entering […]
Posted inExecutive News, Southeast
Grocery Shopii Appoints Stahl As VP, Sales
Davidson, North Carolina-based Grocery Shopii has appointed Lesia Stahl as VP of sales. This expansion to Grocery Shopii’s leadership team will empower the company to focus on new growth strategies to capitalize on current growth momentum. Stahl has been focused on technology that enhances the shopper journey and drives loyalty for retailers. Her industry background includes […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Sun Capital Affiliate Completes Acquisition Of Fresh Origins
Boca Raton, Florida-based Sun Capital Partners has announced its affiliate has completed the acquisition of San Marcos, California-based Fresh Origins, a grower and shipper of microgreens and edible flowers for foodservice and retail customers across the U.S. Terms of the private transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 1996, Fresh Origins offers more than 600 varieties of […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Center Store, Southeast
Pastene Expands Distribution Into Publix Locations
Canton, Massachusetts-based Pastene is expanding its distribution to more than 1,300 Publix Super Markets. Currently sold in the Northeast, products will be found in Publix stores in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia. “This Publix launch is an exciting opportunity to introduce the Publix customer to Pastene’s rich flavor and superior quality,” said Chris Tosi, Pastene’s co-owner and CEO. “We’re […]
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E-Biz Department Leading The Way At Harris Teeter
At Harris Teeter, The Shelby Report of the Southeast’s Retailer of the Year, the E-Biz department encompasses a customer’s online opportunities to order groceries. According to Director Kevin Crainer, this includes ordering a sub in the deli or a full line of groceries for pickup or delivery. Harris Teeter has been in the online space […]
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Harris Teeter Continues To Build On History Of Success
Harris Teeter was co-founded in 1960 by North Carolina grocers William Thomas “W.T.” Harris and Willis Lee “W.L.” Teeter. Harris, from Charlotte, and Teeter, from Mooresville, met through the North Carolina Food Dealers Association, according to Danna Robinson, director of corporate affairs for Harris Teeter. Harris owned and operated Harris Super Markets; Teeter owned and […]