Encino, California-based Gelson’s has received a 2022 Great Place to Work Certification. The credential is given to qualified businesses annually by Great Place to Work, the international authority on workplace culture since 1992. Gelson’s has 2,518 employees in its 27 specialty grocery stores across Southern California. Twenty-four percent of Gelson’s employees have worked for the company for more […]
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 inFred Meyer, Corporate Store News, West
Fred Meyer Division Announces Executive Promotions
The Fred Meyer Division has announced recent company promotions in its executive team. Kendra Doyel, formerly VP of merchandising for Ralphs, has been named as VP of merchandising for the Fred Meyer division, effective Sept. 12. Doyel will report to Todd Kammeyer, incoming president of the Fred Meyer division. She joined the company in 1998 […]
Posted inFred Meyer, Corporate Store News, Executive News, West
Gibson To Retire, Kammeyer Named Fred Meyer Division President
Dennis Gibson, president of the Fred Meyer Division, has announced his plans to retire after more than 38 years of service and leadership, effective Oct. 1. Gibson will be succeeded by Todd Kammeyer, current VP of merchandising for Fred Meyer. Gibson and Kammeyer will work together over the coming weeks to transition their duties. Gibson […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Albertsons, Amazon Fresh, West, Whole Foods
Olli Salumeria Debuts Two Snack Pack Flavors
Oceanside, California-based Olli Salumeria has debuted its Olli Pepperoni Mozzarella Snack Pack, the latest offering in its line of high-protein grab-and-go mini meals. The snack pack, combining sliced Olli Pepperoni and Mozzarella cheese with La Panzanella crackers, joins four other Olli Snack Pack salami/cheese pairings including Genoa/Fontina, Sopressata/Cheddar, Calabrese/Asiago and Prosciutto/Mozzarella. Launched in 2018, Olli Snack Packs leverage the charcuterie […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Natural Delights Prepares For Medjool Date Harvest
Yuma, Arizona-based Bard Valley Natural Delights has announced it is primed for a successful harvest season this year. To support the brand’s growth, the company has also expanded internally with strategic additions to its sales and marketing staff. Natural Delights expects the Medjool date supply from this year’s harvest to meet the year-round business needs, including the […]
Posted inFood Industry Hall of Fame, Anniversary Issues, West
At AJ’s, Focus Is On ‘Bringing Best Of The Best’
The Shelby Report of the West’s EVP Bob Reeves recently toured an AJ’s Fine Foods banner of Bashas’ Family of Stores. He was accompanied by Ralph Woodward, SVP of operations for Bashas’ Family of Stores, and Jayson Mead, VP of AJ’s. AJ’s, a gourmet market, became part of the company in 1993. In the floral […]
Posted inProduce News, Snacks Brands, West
Blue Diamond Foundation Announces Scholarship Recipients
Sacramento, California-based Blue Diamond Growers Foundation has announced its 2022-23 scholarship recipients. This year, scholarship funding is being awarded to 25 college students who are either dependents of Blue Diamond employees or are members of local communities who are pursuing agriculture-related fields of study at colleges and universities in California and throughout the country. “We […]
Posted inNorthgate Market, Center Store, West
Northgate Gonzalez Market Raises $700K During Golf Tournament
Anaheim, California-based Northgate González Market suppliers and sponsors recently raised more than $700,000 to help local families with education and wellness initiatives at the 13th Annual Familia Gonzalez Reynoso Foundation Golf Tournament. About 336 golfers participated in the event, which was held at the Pelican Hill Golf Club in Newport Beach, with the title sponsorship from Anheuser […]
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, West
WAFC Announces Leadership Team Changes
The Western Association of Food Chains has announced changes to its leadership team. As Pat Posey takes the helm as COO, several moves took effect Sept. 1. Paul Gianetto, currently serving as the treasurer, was promoted to VP of the WAFC and chairman of the 2023 WAFC Convention. Nancy Lebold, who previously served as secretary, […]
Posted inCenter Store, New Products, West
New Seasonings From Laura Scudder’s Target Tacos
Taco Tuesday just got better as Newport Beach, California-based Laura Scudder’s has introduced two new seasonings – Taco Green Onion and Taco Toasted Onion. “We are so pleased with these new additions to our product line. The flavors are bold and unique and the quality of our ingredient mix is second to none,” said Michael […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, West
UFIA: Inflation In Intermountain West Among Highest In Country
While Utah’s economy remains strong, there are signs it may be slowing with rising interest rates and inflation, according to Dave Davis, president and chief legal officer for the Utah Food Industry Association. The state’s unemployment rate of 2 percent is about 1.5 percent lower than the national average, but Davis said workforce continues to […]
Posted inFood City, Food Industry Hall of Fame, West
Food City Banner Caters To Hispanic Shoppers
The Shelby Report of the West’s EVP Bob Reeves recently toured Food City, a banner of Bashas’ Family of Stores. Mike Solis, director of operations for Food City, and Ralph Woodward, SVP of operations for Bashas’ Family of Stores, led the walk-through. Bashas’ bought Food City, which caters to the Hispanic palate, in the mid-1990s. […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
New Seasons Market Named Best Oregon-Based Employer
Forbes Magazine has ranked New Seasons Market as the No. 1 Oregon-based employer and retailer, as noted in a market research study conducted with Statista. The ranking, which was compiled by surveying 70,000 Americans working for businesses with at least 500 employees, also noted Fremont, California-based Lam Research and Issaquah, Washington-based Costco Wholesale as the top employers in Oregon. “Amidst so […]
Posted inStater Bros. Markets, Corporate Store News, Executive News, West
Stater Bros. Markets Names Calvin As SVP, CMO
San Bernardino, California-based Stater Bros. Markets has appointed Rebecca Calvin as SVP and CMO, due to the upcoming retirement of Dennis McIntyre. Calvin will begin her role on Sept. 26, reporting to Pete Van Helden, CEO. She will also serve on the company’s executive leadership team. Calvin will lead the company’s marketing efforts which include the […]
Posted inProduce News, Amazon Fresh, West, Whole Foods
Bako Sweet Concludes Summer Merchandising Contest
Bakersfield, California-based Bako Sweet has concluded its retail merchandising contest that ran May 20-July 4. Produce managers from Sprouts Colton Distribution Center were challenged to create the most creative displays using the brand’s organic sweet potato bags and Traeger grill-themed bin to promote sweet potato consumption during historically low sales months. As a result, stores that […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Research Shows Prunes Help Support Bone Health
Yuba City, California-based Sunsweet Growers has continually shared information about prunes’ impact on bone health through multiple research studies. In a recently published study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers have found that eating five to six prunes a day over 12 months preserved bone hip mineral density and reduced hip fracture risk in […]
Posted inBashas', Anniversary Issues, Food Industry Hall of Fame, West
Bashas’ Stores Known For Scratch‑Made Donuts, Fresh Foods
The Shelby Report of the West’s EVP Bob Reeves recently toured a Bashas’ store in Chandler, Arizona, where he was accompanied by Ralph Woodward, SVP of operations for Bashas’ Family of Stores; Team Leader Kris Greco and David Herrera, director of operations for the conventional Bashas’ stores. The Starbucks kiosk was the first stop, where […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
Smart & Final To Hold Annual Fundraising Campaign
Los Angeles-based Smart & Final is holding its annual fundraiser benefiting City of Hope’s Kids 4 Hope program. City of Hope focuses on the treatment of cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. Through Sept. 6, customers can donate at all Smart & Final locations in California, Arizona and Nevada, with all proceeds going to the Kids 4 Hope […]
Posted inBashas', Anniversary Issues, Food Industry Hall of Fame, West
Raley’s’ Acquisition Helps Bashas’ Become ‘Best, Better Version’
Bashas’ Family of Stores was sold to The Raley’s Companies in late 2021. Keith Knopf, president and CEO of the Northern California-based organization, and Trey Basha, president of Bashas’, recently sat down with The Shelby Report of the West’s EVP Bob Reeves to talk about the acquisition and the future of Bashas’. Knopf, who had […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Wholesum Celebrates 10 Years Of Fair Trade Certification
Amado, Arizona-based Wholesum is celebrating its 10-year anniversary of Fair Trade Certification. The company has maintained a commitment to sustainability, including 100 percent organic production. In 2012, the company solidified those commitments by obtaining Fair Trade Certification through the third-party certifier, Fair Trade USA. “More than 30 years ago, we began our transition to 100 percent […]