Rosauers Supermarkets is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year, and CEO Cliff Rigsbee said the company is on a trajectory for continued growth. The grocer, based in Spokane, Washington, is a fully-owned subsidiary of URM Stores Inc. and operates under three banners: Rosauers, Super 1 Foods and Huckleberry’s. CEO Cliff Rigsbee said there are 24 […]
Category: West
The Shelby Report of the West covers grocery retailers, wholesalers and suppliers in Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. Follow the latest store openings, remodels, leadership changes and market news from the region.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, West
Safeway, Divert Increase Food Donations In Northern California
Divert and Safeway are working together to reduce food wast and increase food donations. They recently shared the results from the implementation of Divert’s optimization solution to reduce wasted food and accelerate food recovery efforts. In three months, Safeway – a banner operated by Albertsons Companies – increased its food donations by 20 percent, reducing […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Anniversary Issues, Home Page Latest News, West
From Humble Beginnings, Rosauers Serves Inland Pacific Northwest
Spokane, Washington-based Rosauers Supermarkets is celebrating its 90th anniversary in 2024, with plans to mark the milestone in July. Following the annual Rosauers Open, a golf tournament to raise funds for local nonprofit Vanessa Behan, the company will spend a couple of weeks celebrating the anniversary, according to CEO Cliff Rigsbee. “We’re going to have […]
Posted inBakery News, Bashas', West
Bashas’ Names Winners Of Annual Doughnut Contest
Bashas’ Supermarkets has named the winners of its annual doughnut contest: a 17-year-old from Gilbert for her “Pot of Honey” doughnut and an adult from Mesa for his “What’s Up, Doc?” offering. As part of its annual competition, Bashas’ invited kids and adults across the state to come up with the best pop-culture-inspired doughnut flavors […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
T&T Supermarkets Plans Second Store In Seattle Area
T&T Supermarket Inc., the largest Asian grocery retailer in Canada, has announced plans for a second Washington location at 6218 196th St. SW., off Hwy. 99 in the northern Seattle community of Lynnwood. The second store will be located in the Lynnwood Crossroads Shopping Center. [RELATED: T&T Supermarkets To Open First U.S. Store In Washington] Last […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
GrubMarket Acquires Butter For AI-Powered Software Capabilities
GrubMarket has completed the acquisition of Butter, a San Francisco-based software company specializing in AI-powered solutions for food wholesalers. GrubMarket will use Butter’s AI-powered e-commerce and payments technologies to expand its suite of AI-powered solutions designed for the food supply chain industry, as well as to enhance the functionality of its current portfolio of software products, including […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
Smart & Final Partners With Chef Roy Choi For Rebranding Campaign
Smart & Final, a Los Angeles-based grocery retailer, is beginning a new campaign celebrating its variety and customer service. The campaign also introduces a new tagline: “Where Else?” The campaign features Smart & Final’s first TV spots in seven years. Airing across California, Nevada and Arizona, the campaign tells Smart & Final’s story through the […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, West
Albertsons Cos. Celebrates 10 Years Of Nourishing Neighbors Program
Albertsons Cos., along with its foundation, is celebrating a decade of fighting hunger through its Nourishing Neighbors program. The program has raised $297 million over the past 10 years to support food insecure communities. As part of the anniversary celebration, Albertsons’ private label brand, O Organics, is donating $7 million, and the equivalent of 28 […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, West
Oregon’s Productivity Outpacing Nation, But Population Growth Remains Unchanged
From staff reports Oregon’s productivity gains have outpaced the nation, according to the March 2024 Oregon Economic and Revenue Forecast from the state’s Office of Economic Analysis. The report states the 2023 population estimates show that Oregon’s population continued to stagnate during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the OEA has lowered the population outlook as a […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, West
Employee-Owned McKay’s Market Maintains Hometown Feel
McKay’s Market is a small independent grocery chain on the Oregon coast. In business for more than 70 years, the company operates 11 stores and is 100-percent employee owned. Kevin Murray, chief operations officer, has been with McKay’s for 41 years. He started his grocery career when he was 12, bagging ice and sorting bottles […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
Watsonville Store Latest In Vallarta’s California Expansion
Vallarta Supermarkets’ first store in Santa Cruz County, California, is set to open June 12 at 1702 Freedom Blvd. in Watsonville. “We are looking forward to serving the community and providing new jobs in the area,” said COO Cesar Gonzalez. “As with all our Vallarta Supermarkets locations, we are dedicated to providing quality products and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Gelson's, Guest Contributors, The Kroger Co., West
Wild West Of Grocery: A Look At Dynamic Landscape Of Western U.S.
by Diana Leza Sheehan / founder and principal consultant, PDG Insights The grocery store aisles of the American West provide a unique picture compared to the rest of the country. Beyond familiar national brands, the diversity of its population and storied history of the region has shaped shopping habits and a demand for non-traditional ingredients, […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, New Seasons Market, West
New Seasons Market’s ‘Nourish Our Neighbors’ Helps Local Nonprofits
From May 15-21, New Seasons Market hosted its annual Nourish Our Neighbors Match (previously known as Hunger Relief Match), benefitting 10 local nonprofits that provide food equity and access. The Portland, Oregon-based grocer matched customer donations throughout the week, aiming to double each dollar collected. “Addressing the root causes of food insecurity and a lack of […]
Posted inAssociation News, Albertsons, Executive News, West
WAFC Elects 2024-25 Board Of Directors’ Leadership Team
The Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC) recently elected its new board of directors’ leadership team at its annual convention held in Aurora, Colorado. Nancy Lebold, CEO of New Seasons Market in Portland, Oregon, has been appointed as president and chairperson of the board of directors. She takes over the position from Paul Gianetto, SVP […]
Posted inGelson's, Online Grocery Technology, West
Gelson’s Strengthens Fresh Food Operations With Invafresh
Gelson’s Markets has expanded its partnership with Invafresh to include in-store production and centralized kitchen operations. By using the AI-enhanced capabilities of the Invafresh Fresh Retail Platform, Gelson’s has been able to improve operational efficiency across its 27 full-service specialty grocery stores by reducing shrink, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and having a centralized repository of […]
Posted inAssociation News, Albertsons, West
WAFC Taps Three Industry Leaders For Board Of Directors
The Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC) has elected three industry leaders – Sean Heryet, Chris Hooks and Kelly Mullin – to serve on its board of directors. “We are thrilled and incredibly honored to have this group of extraordinary industry leaders join the WAFC board of directors,” said Nancy Lebold, CEO of New Seasons […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, West
The Wonderful Co. Named To ‘Best Companies To Work For’ List
The Wonderful Co. has been named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For, ranking 91st on the list. A $6 billion global agriculture company with a 10,000-person workforce, The Wonderful Company owns and produces healthy brands, including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora and JUSTIN and Lewis […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
Jimbo’s Celebrates 40th Anniversary, Partners With Non-Profits
Jimbo’s is celebrating its 40th anniversary in July, commemorating four decades of providing high-quality organic and natural foods to the San Diego, California, community. Established in 1984 by Jim “Jimbo” Someck, Jimbo’s has been a pioneer in the industry, dedicated to promoting healthy living, environmental stewardship and supporting local and sustainable brands. “We are honored to […]
Posted inSuperior Grocers, Independent Store News, West
Superior Grocers Taps Kasper For Legal, HR Role
Superior Grocers has appointed Mary Kasper as the company’s chief legal and human resources officer. With a background in law and experience in the retail sector, Kasper brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role. Kasper joins Superior Grocers from 99 Cents Only Stores, where she served as chief legal officer, general […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
Stater Bros. Completes Store Remodel In Riverside, CA
Stater Bros. Markets has completed renovations at its extensively remodeled supermarket at 2995 Iowa Ave. in Riverside, California. When shoppers first walk in, they will notice a renovated interior with new décor, flooring and checkstands for an improved shopping experience. Popular and convenient food solutions such as fresh sushi created in-store by sushi chefs and fresh-cut fruit […]