In a move that expands its business in the convenience store channel, Naperville, Illinois-based KeHE Distributors is partnering with Foxtrot, a corner store and café that has locations nationwide. “We are thrilled to be selected by Foxtrot as their primary distributor for natural, organic and specialty products,” said Kristen Christopher, VP of alternate channels. “Foxtrot […]
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SpartanNash Celebrates Independent Grocers At Food Expo
SpartanNash celebrated its independent grocers during the 2023 Food Solutions Expo July 26-27 at DeVos Place Convention Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The company presented 13 independent grocers with a 2023 Vision Award for year-over-year sales growth, growth in SpartanNash’s OwnBrands products and community engagement initiatives. “Our independent customers are integral to their local communities, […]
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Winn To Succeed Palmer As CEO Of C&S Wholesale Grocers
Keene, New Hampshire-based C&S Wholesale Grocers has announced that CEO Bob Palmer will retire on Oct. 2, with Chief Operating Officer Eric Winn succeeding him. Palmer, who will continue to serve on C&S’ board of directors, will work with Winn in the months ahead to ensure a smooth transition. Since his appointment as CEO in […]
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SpartanNash Honors Top 10 Suppliers At Annual Expo
SpartanNash showcased its supplier partnerships July 26-27 during its annual Food Solutions Expo in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The company honored its top 10 suppliers through its first Impact Awards program, recognizing their exceptional performance and commitment to SpartanNash’s independent grocery retailers and store guests. The Impact Awards recognized suppliers that have played a pivotal role […]
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UNFI, Crisp Platform Providing Retail Insights To CPGs
Providence, Rhode Island-based United Natural Foods Inc. has launched UNFI Insights, an open data platform developed with Crisp for the consumer goods industry. The platform is designed to provide suppliers with comprehensive and cohesive sales, inventory and deduction data across natural and conventional channels. Building on the companies’ relationship formed in summer 2021, it provides […]
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AWG Appoints Naifeh To Board Of Directors
Kansas City, Kansas-based Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. has appointed Tennessee grocer Dana Naifeh to the company’s board of directors. Naifeh replaces James Neumann, who recently joined AWG as SVP of special projects. AWG President and CEO David Smith welcomed the addition of Naifeh, who is president of Naifeh’s Inc. “Her hands-on experience as an owner-operator […]
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SpartanNash Transitioning 12 Stores To Family Fare Banner
As part of a consolidation of its flagship retail banners, SpartanNash has remodeled seven stores in Nebraska into Family Fare, with five more conversions planned by summer’s end in North Dakota. “Family Fare brings hometown appeal, value and service to neighborhoods in communities large and small,” said Amy McClellan, SVP and CMO for the Grand […]
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Service, Support Setting AGBR Apart
Louisiana-based Associated Grocers Inc. of Baton Rouge (AGBR) has a close relationship with its more than 180 independent retailers spanning the Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas regions, offering them a “complete support system.” “We pride ourselves on service, which sets us apart from our competitors,” said Pete Tortorich, VP of retail operations – business development and […]