Tyler, Texas-based Brookshire Grocery Co. has published a book which shares its more than 92 years of history, titled “From Cotton Picker to Store Keeper.” “I am excited to have our story shared with our partners, customers and communities,” said Brad Brookshire, chairman and CEO for Brookshire Grocery Co., which was founded in 1928. “My grandfather […]
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Walmart Expands Vision, Renames Media Business
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart has shared an expanded vision and new name for its media business, now called Walmart Connect. Formerly known as Walmart Media Group, the new name reflects the company’s ability to accelerate the connection between brands and its 150 million weekly customers. Walmart Connect is creating ways for partners to be top of […]
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Symphony RetailAI Ranks In 4 Categories On RIS Software LeaderBoard
Dallas, Texas-based Symphony RetailAI was ranked in the RIS Software LeaderBoard 2021 in four categories, including the top-20 list, “Retail Tech’s Master Class.” The LeaderBoard lists software providers as ranked by retailers that use their software. The RIS ranking system is based on customer satisfaction, retail concentration (retail-specific modules/functions) and revenue factor (a rating system for annual revenue). […]
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Tyson Brand Chicken Nugget Bouquet Contest Is Back
The team at Tyson brand is encouraging people to show their love at Valentine’s Day with nuggets through the return of the fan-loved “Chicken Nugget Bouquet Contest.” This year the contest is even sweeter – chicken nugget lovers have the exclusive opportunity to win a package of new Tyson Nuggets of Love, limited-edition heart-shaped nuggets, only available through the contest. […]
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Farmer Brothers Enters Strategic Partnership With High Brew Coffee
Northlake, Texas-based Farmer Bros. Co., a national coffee roaster, wholesaler and distributor of coffee, tea, and culinary products, has entered into a strategic partnership with High Brew Coffee, a manufacturer of ready-to-drink coffee products. Under the agreement, Farmer Brothers will distribute three flavors of High Brew’s premium RTD cold brew coffee via its Direct-Store-Delivery routes. […]
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When Vaccines Roll Out In U.S., Walmart Stands Ready To Serve
Over the past year, Walmart says its associates have risen to the challenge of serving customers in new ways. Today, at the dawn of the most significant vaccine rollout of our lifetimes, Walmart again stands ready to serve, according to Dr. Cheryl Pegus, EVP of health and wellness. “As we look to a future when […]
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Rollin’ n Bowlin’ Kicks Off 2021 With New Distribution Partner
Rollin’ n Bowlin’, a ready-to-blend smoothie and açaí brand, continues to expand its reach to new consumers across the U.S. by signing with health food distributor KeHE. The partnership will introduce Rollin’ n Bowlin’ to eight KeHE distribution centers in Illinois, California, Texas, Florida, New Jersey, Indiana and Oregon. “KeHE’s mission to ‘serve to make lives better’ […]
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Kroger Delta Division Proposes Additional Wage Investment Of $27M
Kroger Delta Division has revealed details of its latest contract offer to UFCW Local 2008 for associates in its Arkansas stores. The company is proposing to invest $27 million in wage increases and ratification bonuses in addition to maintaining exceptional health care benefits. “We have presented the union with our comprehensive best offer that includes […]