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 […]
Category: Southeast
The Shelby Report of the Southeast covers grocery retailers, wholesalers and suppliers in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Follow the latest store openings, remodels, leadership changes and market news from the region.
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 […]
Posted inHarris Teeter, Retailer of the Year, Southeast
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 […]
Posted inHarris Teeter, Food Industry Hall of Fame, Retailer of the Year, Southeast, Woman Executive of the Year
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 […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Southeast
Kroger Atlanta Division Donates $286K To Fight Statewide Hunger
Kroger’s Atlanta Division has announced that its customers and employees in Georgia raised more than $286,000 in seven weeks to fight hunger across Georgia. The funds were raised through its Holiday Hunger Round-up campaign and will be directed to The Kroger Co. Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation, with 100 percent of customer donations going […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
The Fresh Market Shares Valentine’s Day Offerings
Greensboro, North Carolina-based The Fresh Market is preparing for Valentine’s Day festivities by offering customers several ready-to-cook meals through Feb. 13. Customers can order online or in-store by 2 p.m. through Feb. 13 and pick up Feb. 10-14: Valentine’s Meal for two people – $59.99 Choice of two: Chateaubriand Cut Filet Mignon, Ultimate Lump Crab Cakes, Wild North Atlantic […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Opens Telehealth Site With Beaufort Memorial Hospital
Publix Pharmacy is opening its fourth telehealth site with Beaufort Memorial Hospital in Beaufort, South Carolina. The telehealth site will be located inside store No. 1716, located at 33 Robert Smalls Parkway in Beaufort. “Publix Pharmacy looks forward to extending new, convenient services to even more communities with the help of Beaufort Memorial Hospital,” said […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Southeast
Lenovo Showcases Self-Service Kiosk At NRF 2023
At the NRF 2023 Retail Conference, North Carolina-based Lenovo showcased its scan-n-go self-service kiosk, as well as new AI, infrastructure and digital storefront solutions. Lenovo has seen a surge in demand for self-service solutions that integrate digital experiences into brick-and-mortar retail operations. Self-service kiosks offer customers an integrated, contactless shopping experience at checkout, freeing up employees to focus […]
Posted inHarris Teeter, Food Industry Hall of Fame, Retailer of the Year, Southeast, Woman Executive of the Year
Harris Teeter’s Offerings Keep It At Forefront Of Fresh, Innovation
Matthews, North Carolina-based Harris Teeter is The Shelby Report of the Southeast’s Retailer of the Year. From its founding 62 years ago, the company has grown to become a premier regional grocery store brand in the Southeast. It boasts 258 stores and 70 fuel centers and two distribution centers in seven states. The company has […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, Executive News, Southeast
Upshop Adds Two Industry Executives To Leadership Team
Tampa, Florida-based Upshop has added two industry executives to its leadership team. The technology firm named Ryan Voorhees as COO and Mark Hawthorne as chief innovation and strategy officer. The former Albertsons and Safeway executives have experience leveraging technology, data science, analytics and business process improvements to transform the grocery shopping experience. “Technology built to […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Duda Farm Fresh Foods Names Bassetti As President
Oviedo, Florida-based Duda Farm Fresh Foods has announced Mark Bassetti, former COO and SVP, as the subsidiary’s new president. “Mark brings 31 years of experience to the role and is incredibly qualified, with both industry knowledge and the leadership traits necessary to lead Duda Farm Fresh Foods successfully,” said Barton Weeks, COO. “Because of the unique demands of […]
Posted inCenter Store, Southeast
eGrowcery, AdAdapted Help Retailers Grow Digital Footprint
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan-based eGrowcery and AdAdapted are partnering to help retailers grow their digital footprint and related sales. The move will also support efforts by CPG brands to personalize the shopping experience and drive engagement, purchase intent and increased spend on retailers’ digital advertising platforms. “This partnership is all about eGrowcery and AdAdapted driving more platform eyeballs and enabling […]
Posted inMarketing News, Amazon Fresh, Southeast, Whole Foods
Acosta Predicts Consumer Opportunities, Challenges For Retailers
Jacksonville, Florida-based Acosta has announced its 2023 predictions, identifying several opportunities and challenges for brands and retailers to reach their consumer as they navigate a dynamic and uncertain marketplace. “The economic challenges of the past year will continue to impact consumer behavior in 2023, providing overarching context for what shoppers most care about and how they […]
Posted inHarris Teeter, Food Industry Hall of Fame, Retailer of the Year, Southeast, Woman Executive of the Year
Harris Teeter Named Southeast Retailer Of The Year
Matthews, North Carolina-based Harris Teeter has been named The Shelby Report of the Southeast’s Retailer of the Year. In addition, President Tammy DeBoer was awarded Female Executive of the Year and past president Rod Antolock was inducted into the Food Industry Hall of Fame. “We are honored to be named Retailer of the Year – […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
FFP To Highlight Portfolio At IPPE Expo In Atlanta
Florida Food Products Inc., a formulator and producer of vegetable and fruit-based clean label ingredient solutions, will highlight its portfolio Jan. 24-26 during the International Production and Processing Expo in Atlanta, Georgia. Attendees are invited to visit FFP’s booth No. BC9419 to discover how to ditch synthetic ingredients in meat and poultry products with FFP’s […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Opens New Store In Pembroke Pines, FL
Publix Super Markets has opened a new store Jan. 12 at Pines market in Pembroke Pines, Florida. The 23,168-square-foot store offers departments for grocery, dairy, frozen food, seafood, meat and fresh produce, as well as a full-service bakery, deli and pharmacy. “We are excited to welcome our customers to their new store in Pembroke Pines […]
Posted inCenter Store, Amazon Fresh, Southeast, Whole Foods
Dan-O’s Seasoning Expands Distribution To New Retailers
Louisville, Kentucky-based Dan-O’s Seasoning is expanding its distribution through an agreement with Tops Friendly Markets across the nation, as well as Wegmans, Weis Markets, Stop & Shop and Price Chopper in the Northeast, pushing the brand into more than 10,000 retail stores. Dan-O’s Seasoning is a blend of low-sodium, all-natural, sugar-free and non-GMO herbs and spices […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Lowes Foods Announces Five New Stores In Carolinas
Lowes Foods is continuing to grow its presence in the Carolinas. In addition to the site in Pittsboro, North Carolina, that is scheduled to open later this year, there are four new locations: Concord and Kannapolis in North Carolina and Indian Land and Aiken in South Carolina. “We’re excited to be building additional Lowes Foods […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Kapi Kapi Growers Hires Business Development Manager
Miami, Florida-based Kapi Kapi Growers, a producer of pineapples and bananas, has hired Wendy O’Brien to help further the company’s U.S. and North American business expansion. O’Brien has more than 20 years of experience in fresh produce sales and marketing. In addition to garnering new business with retail, foodservice, wholesale and processing contacts, she will also work […]