The baking experts in the McCormick Kitchens are bringing two of the year’s hottest color trends to the kitchen with flavorful treats in vibrant emerald, the color of the year, and an ombre cake-inspired by fashion’s color fade craze. “Flavorful green treats have never been more in style,” said Mary Beth Harrington of McCormick Kitchens. […]
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Posted in, National, Perishables
Velvet Ice Cream Unveils New Look
Velvet Ice Cream has redesigned a new appearance for its ice cream packaging, which is rolling out to grocery stores and other retail outlets this week. Velvet fans will find that the new cartons continue to feature the same recipe and “Velvety-smooth taste they’ve grown to love,” according to a news release. Velvet’s cartons remain […]
Posted in, National
CART, Personiphi Seek To Bring Innovation Advantages To Independents
Two initiatives were introduced at the National Grocers Association (NGA) Show that quickly garnered the interest of many attendees. Gary Hawkins, who is founder and chairman of the Center for Retailer & Technology (CART) and a new initiative called Personiphi, spoke to The Shelby Report’s Bob Reeves at the show about them. The initiatives seek […]
Posted in, Midwest, National
Discount Retail Veterans Partner To Launch New Venture
A group of retail veterans with experience in the discount retail arena are uniting to create a new business that will include wholesale, retail and e-commerce components. The venture brings together executives with more than 200 years of combined retail experience in a value-based retail “dream team” of sorts, according to a news release. The […]
Posted in, National, New Products
Cool Whip Rolls Out New Frosting
The Cool Whip brand, long known for its Whipped Topping, is introducing a new line of whipped and easy-to-spread frosting available in three varieties—chocolate, cream cheese and vanilla. “We know moms aren’t happy with shelf-stable frosting because it is too sweet, too thick or really difficult to apply without damaging the cakes or other baked […]
Posted in, C-Store News, Northeast
Cumberland Farms Launches SmartPay Check-Link Payment Program
Cumberland Farms, a leading convenience and gasoline retailer, has launched its free SmartPay Check-Link payment program that lets customers pay for gas and in-store purchases using their mobile phones or with a swipe of a card. After completing a free online enrollment process, SmartPay Check-Link users will automatically save 10 cents on every gallon of […]
Posted in, Center Store, Southwest
New Mexico Food Distributors Ready To Enter Retail Tortilla Market
New Mexico Food Distributors Inc. plans to enter the retail tortilla market by spring, Albuquerque Business First reports. Although the company has some chile products and other foods in stores already, the bulk of its business comes from working with outside customers and preparing foods for major distributors and institutional clients. But majority partner Larry […]
Posted in, Southeast, Store News
North American Properties Breaks Ground At Avalon In Alpharetta, Ga.
North American Properties (NAP) has officially broke ground at Avalon, an 86-acre, resort-inspired, mixed-use development. When it opens in Alpharetta, Ga., on Aug. 22, 2014, the $600 million, Whole Foods-anchored project will be the Southeast’s preeminent experiential development—a place where specialty retail, entertainment, restaurant, residential, office, hotel and public spaces come together to create a […]
Posted in, Industry News, National
Report: Retailers Must Differentiate From Restaurants
At the height of the economic downturn, many consumers flocked to supermarkets, mass merchandisers, warehouse clubs and other retailers looking for a deal on prepared foods. But now that the economy is recovering from the recession, some consumers are purchasing retailer meal solutions (RMS) less often than they did just two years ago; in fact, […]
Posted in, National
CCRRC Releases Final Installments Of ‘Social Web’ Study
As the supermarket industry strives to effectively leverage the power of social media, the final installments from a topical study by The Coca-Cola Retailing Research Council (CCRRC) offer detailed rules of engagement to develop strategies and action plans to address internal and external audiences. The final two reports from the CCRRC study, “Untangling the Social […]
Posted in, Executive News, National
Former Food Lion President Joins 99 Cents Only As Interim CEO
99 Cents Only Stores has announced that, to build on recent successes and to execute on the company’s previously announced accelerated growth strategy, former Food Lion executive Richard Anicetti is assuming the role of interim CEO. In addition, Michael Fung will join the company as interim chief administrative officer overseeing finance, information technology, real estate […]
Posted in, National
Industry Leader Robin Lewis To Keynote National Retail Conference
Retailers are in great need of powerful new tools to survive in today’s highly-competitive and rapidly-changing marketplace, according to the founder and CEO of The Robin Report, who will be speaking to participants at the Retail Marketing and Merchandizing Conference to be held at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort in Arizona on April 27-30. Robin Lewis, […]
Posted in, National, New Products
thinkThin Unveils Divine Chocolate And Coconut Bars
thinkThin is introducing thinkThin Divine–a line of chocolate and coconut bars found in the nutrition bar aisle. “thinkThin Divine redefines the nutrition bar category,” said Lizanne Falsetto, founder and CEO of thinkThin. “With thinkThin nutrition bars, it’s never a choice between meeting your health needs and satisfying your sweet tooth. The new Divine line proves […]
Posted in, Executive News, Southwest
Boyer Coffee Names Former Walmart Exec Its CEO
Denver coffee distributor Boyer Coffee Co. has named Mark Goodman its new CEO and president, the Denver Business Journal reports. Goodman has been a professional with Evergreen Mergers & Acquisitions. He previously held various executive positions with Walmart Stores Inc.’s Sam’s Club division, McDonald’s Corp., EZ Lube Inc. and the Save-A-Lot grocery chain. At one […]
Posted in, Executive News, National
Jill Soltau Promoted To President At Shopko
Shopko has promoted Jill Soltau to the position of president and chief merchandising officer. Soltau has more than 25 years of experience in the retail industry and joined Shopko in 2007 as SVP and GMM of apparel and accessories. In 2009, she was promoted to EVP and CMO. Prior to joining Shopko, Soltau held several […]
Posted in, Southeast, Store News
Walmart Opening Its Smallest Store On Ga. Tech Campus
Walmart plans to open a miniature version of its typical store on the Georgia Tech campus in Atlanta in the second quarter of this year, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports. It will be the Bentonville, Ark.-based retailer’s smallest store in the U.S. The Walmart on Campus concept is a test format that focuses on pharmacy, basic […]
Posted in, National
Walmart Commits To Domestic Sourcing, Veteran Hiring Initiatives
Walmart plans to increase domestic sourcing of the products it sells and help veterans find jobs when they come off active duty. Speaking at the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) annual BIG Show, Walmart U.S. President and CEO Bill Simon also announced the company is helping part-time associates who want to be full time make that […]
Posted in, Marketing News, National
M&M’S Unveils New Marketing Campaign: ‘Better With M’
Mars Chocolate North America has introduced M&M’S Brand’s new integrated marketing campaign called “Better With M,” which includes a new 30-second television commercial that will air during the first quarter of Super Bowl XLVII. “‘Better With M’ showcases how M&M’S irresistible chocolate makes moments more fun and delicious,” said Roy Benin, chief consumer officer for […]
Posted in, Independent Store News, National
IGA Chooses USA International Retailers Of The Year For 2013
The 2013 IGA USA International Retailers of the Year have been announced. The three winners, who were among seven finalists to receive the recognition, will be honored during the IGA Global Rally in Chicago in April, along with International Retailers of the Year from other IGA countries. The 2013 IGA USA International Retailers of the […]
Posted in, Beverage News, Marketing News, National
MiO Liquid Water Enhancer Scores First-Ever Super Bowl Ad
Kraft says that MiO, pioneer of the fast-growing liquid water enhancer category, will debut a new 30-second commercial during the third quarter of Super Bowl XLVII on Feb. 3. “Nearly two years since we launched, MiO has already proven to be a huge hit with millions of fans,” said Doug Weekes, VP of refreshment beverages […]