7-Eleven is launching its first Pizza for Life sweepstakes, giving a pizza-lover a lifetime of hot, cheesy pizza. The contest runs through Friday, May 16, which is National Pizza Party Day. Pizza for Life Sweepstakes entry forms are available on the 7-Eleven smartphone app. The app is available for download via the App Store or […]
Tag: retail
Posted in, Independent Store News, National
Ace Hardware’s Big Growth Plans Include Retail Grocery Component
Ace Hardware, the industry’s largest hardware cooperative, has aggressive plans to open 750 new independently owned stores domestically over the next five years. Ace says its multi-faceted approach to growth looks to a variety of channels and opportunities for expansion, including a growing emphasis on the retail grocery sector. Citing double-digit growth, unparalleled customer enthusiasm […]
Posted in, National, New Products
PAM Cooking Spray Introduces Coconut Oil Spray
PAM Cooking Spray is rolling out Pam Coconut Oil Spray. Made with 100% coconut oil, Pam Coconut Oil Spray is ideal for gluten-free cooking, while offering Pam’s superior non-stick performance, according to the ConAgra Foods-owned brand. Pam Coconut Oil Spray can be used fro stovetop and oven-cooking of meat, fish and vegetables, as well as for […]
Posted in, National, Perishables
Post Holdings To Acquire Michael Foods For $2.45B
Post Holdings plans to acquire MFI Holding Corp. (Michael Foods) from affiliates of GS Capital Partners, affiliates of Thomas H. Lee Partners and other owners, for $2.45 billion. The Michael Foods acquisition will be Post’s largest transaction to date. The deal fits with Post’s focus on diversifying its business to capitalize on consumer shifts toward […]
Posted in, Equipment & Technology, National
Fleet Advantage’s New Foundation Program Will Help Kids In Need
Fleet Advantage, a leading innovator in truck fleet business analytics and equipment financing, has launched the Kids Around the Corner program as part of the Fleet Advantage Foundation to support children in the communities where its clients are located. Kids Around the Corner will allow Fleet Advantage to donate a percentage of its profits to […]
Posted in, National
Food Industry Alliance Publishes Toolkit For Reducing Food Waste
An alliance of food manufacturers, retailers and foodservice operators have released a toolkit to help businesses in the food sector reduce the amount of food waste sent to landfill. The Best Practices and Emerging Solutions Toolkit was produced by the Food Waste Reduction Alliance (FWRA), a cross-sector industry initiative led by the Food Marketing Institute […]
Posted in, National, New Products
New Klondike Kandy Bars Combine Ice Cream, Candy
Klondike ice cream bars have met candy bars to create Klondike Kandy Bars. The product combines the signature thick, chocolatey shell and creamy ice cream of a Klondike bar with candy bar “deliciousness,” according to Klondike. Available nationwide, Klondike Kandy Bars are offered in three varieties: • Klondike Kandy Bars: Caramel & Peanuts features vanilla […]
Posted in, Marketing News, National
Kellogg’s Online Hub, Dias Grandiosos, Targets Latina Moms
Moms, young and old, often turn to their own mothers (and extended family) for advice, and now Kellogg’s is extending that community by bringing Latina moms together with Dias Grandiosos, a new digital platform featuring recipes, tips, articles and original content designed for Latinas and their families. Dias Grandiosos is a unique online community that […]
Posted in, National, New Products
Three Lollies Brand Pops Launch To Help Nausea Sufferers
The Three Lollies brand, created by a group of healthcare professionals, was started with a serious cause in mind—helping patients undergoing chemotherapy treatment or suffering from debilitating morning sickness deal with nausea naturally. With research, studies and, eventually, ingredients and a delivery method (lollipops and lozenges) that worked, Three Lollies was born. Today, the company boasts […]
Posted in, Beverage News, National, New Products
Living Essentials Introduces Cherry Flavored 5-Hour Energy
Living Essentials says it continues to support military causes with the introduction of a new, limited-edition cherry flavor of 5-hour Energy. From May 1-July 31, Living Essentials will donate 5 cents from the sale of every specially marked red, white and blue bottle of cherry flavored 5-hour Energy to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation (SOWF), […]
Posted in, National, Organic Natural
Walmart Rolling Out Wild Oats Organic Products
Walmart will carry Wild Oats organic food items. Originally introduced in 1987, Wild Oats says it will relaunch at Walmart starting this month with a new, more affordable price point on quality products covering a variety of categories—from salsa and pasta sauce to quinoa and chicken broth. Customers will save 25 percent or more when […]
Posted in, National, Suppliers
Mars Buying Chunk Of P&G’s Pet Food Business For $2.9B
Mars Inc. plans to buy the Iams, Eukanuba and Natura brands in major markets from The Procter & Gamble Co. (P&G) for $2.9 billion in cash. This, Mars says, is a significant strategic move for Mars Petcare to complement its large and growing global Petcare business. The companies expect to complete the transaction in the […]
Posted in, Amazon Fresh, National, Store News, Whole Foods
Walmart, Target, Publix Rank Among Most Valuable In 2014 Best Retail Brands Report
Walmart maintains its No. 1 spot on Interbrand’s 2014 Best Retail Brands list and, even with a 6 percent decline in brand value, it preserves an enormous margin over the next closest brand. Four brands increased their brand value by more than 25 percent this year: Macy’s, Whole Foods, Amazon and Cabela’s. The global Best […]
Posted in, National, New Products
Cheetos Flamin’ Hot, Doritos Dinamita Chile Limon Unite For Snack Combo
Cheetos and Doritos, two of the marquee brands from PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay division, are introducing a bold snack mix that the brands say deliver a double-dose of crunch and spice. The snack mix combines Cheetos Flamin’ Hot cheese flavored snacks with Doritos Dinamita Chile Limon rolled tortilla snacks in a single bag. “The new Cheetos Flamin’ […]
Posted in, Marketing News, National
Consumers Find Value In Technology-Based And Traditional Marketing But Demand ‘Return Engagement’
A consumer panel discussion during the 2014 Inmar Forum, hosted by Winston-Salem, N.C.-based technology company Inmar, brought out commentary from the panelists confirming the increased use of technology to enhance the shopping experience as well as the desire among shoppers for more personal, relevant engagement from retailers (grocery stores, pharmacies and mass merchandisers) and brands […]
Posted in, C-Store News, National
Record In-Store Sales In 2013 For Convenience Stores
U.S. convenience stores reached record in-store sales in 2013, with sales climbing 2.4 percent to $204 billion. Combined with motor fuels sales of $491.5 billion, overall convenience store sales were $695.5 billion, according to figures released today by the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS). The industry’s 2013 numbers were announced at the NACS State […]
Posted in, Marketing News, National
Study Reveals Motivations Behind Millennials’ Brand Loyalty, Buying Power
Millennials are not angst-filled, skinny-jeans-wearing, side-swept-bangs-sporting hipsters, according to Mooslyvania, an independent digital advertising agency. The company recently conducted a survey that refutes the most common myths associated with this generation and presents data on what really motivates Millennials in how they think, shop, buy and continue purchasing their favorite brands. While there’s no cookie-cutter […]
Posted in, National, Perspectives
The Year Of The Pet
2014 may be the Year of the Horse in the Chinese calendar, and while horses can be considered pets, I’m pronouncing 2014 the Year of the Pet. In 2012, there were an estimated 157,141,000 dogs, cats, birds and horses in the U.S. So why do I think 2014 should be the Year of the Pet? […]
Posted in, Center Store, National
Progresso Recipe Starters Now In Pouches
Progresso Recipe Starters are now available in pouches. The product previously came in a can. “Available in five flavorful varieties, Recipe Starters thick sauce provides a rich and concentrated, robust flavor,” said Stefan Miller, associate marketing manager for Progresso. “Each of the flavors can be used as a starter to create a variety of tasty […]
Posted in, Beverage News, National
America’s Beer Distributors Recognize National Alcohol Awareness Month
Throughout the month of April, the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) will be recognizing Alcohol Awareness Month, as designated by the U.S. Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), to raise awareness about alcohol abuse. “Alcohol is a unique product that is not for everyone,” said NBWA President Craig Purser. “National […]