Corporate Operations: Page 5


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    Gelson’s debuts ‘premium’ c-store banner

    The Southern California grocer’s first ReCharge site offers 40 car chargers and a store that’s designed for customers to dine and browse.

    By Jessica Loder • Oct. 17, 2024
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    Sprouts looks to cut carbon dioxide emissions, food waste with expanded tie-up

    The specialty grocer is forecasting sustainability boosts over the next 12 months after bringing IFCO’s reusable packaging containers to all of its distribution centers earlier this year.

    By Oct. 17, 2024
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    Trendline

    Retail media

    Grocers of all sizes are continuing to test the bounds of digital retail media capabilities through the launch of new capabilities and third-party partnerships.

    By Grocery Dive staff
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    Instacart names Uber exec as chief technology officer

    Anirban Kundu is joining the grocery technology company after most recently serving as vice president and head of engineering at its rival. 

    By Oct. 16, 2024
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    How grocers are jockeying for position in an age of rapid change

    The annual Groceryshop conference spotlighted the forces redefining how retailers, tech companies and customers approach grocery shopping.

    By Oct. 15, 2024
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    Walmart names chief growth officer to head up new business group

    Seth Dallaire is now leading an expanded division as the company transitions toward a focus on omnichannel retailing.

    By Oct. 14, 2024
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    USDA prepared to issue subpoenas in beef price-gouging investigation

    The department is exploring the impact of food system consolidation as it looks to "more vigorously enforce" competition rules in the meat and grocery industries.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 14, 2024
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    4 key takeaways from Groceryshop 2024

    The annual show centered on ways grocers can serve shoppers in an era where people have more choices than ever before — and remain sharply focused on saving money.

    By Oct. 14, 2024
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    Stop & Shop cuts prices on thousands of products in Rhode Island

    The East Coast supermarket chain is also adding kiosks to stores that will allow customers to print coupons and activate deals.

    By Oct. 11, 2024
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    Automated-checkout company Grabango shuts down

    The tech company, which made a significant reduction in its workforce last year, was unable to secure the funding it needed to continue operating, a spokesperson said.

    By Brett Dworski , Oct. 11, 2024
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    How Weis Markets is getting an e-commerce boost with Amazon

    The East Coast grocer was initially skeptical about linking with the online giant, but has reaped benefits including expanding its reach to more metro areas, the company’s CIO said.

    By Oct. 10, 2024
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    Wakefern names former Save Mart exec as GVP of fresh

    Mark Van Buskirk brings more than 35 years of grocery experience, including at Albertsons and convenience store chain Jacksons Food Stores, to his new role.

    By Oct. 10, 2024
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    Save A Lot appoints new chief operating officer

    Bill Mayo, who joined the company earlier this year, is taking on additional responsibilities following Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer Trey Johnson’s retirement.

    By Oct. 10, 2024
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    Kroger gives its membership program a streaming boost

    The grocery company now lets Kroger Plus members choose between a Disney+, Hulu or ESPN+ subscription.

    By Oct. 9, 2024
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    The Save Mart Companies exits distribution business, links with C&S

    The regional grocer said it is closing two distribution centers this fall as it looks to “maximize supply chain efficiencies” in a competitive environment.

    By Oct. 9, 2024
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    Lidl to relaunch its brand in the US

    The German discount grocer plans to launch a marketing campaign on Oct. 16 aimed at boosting the chain’s name recognition with shoppers on this side of the Atlantic.

    By Oct. 9, 2024
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    Sam’s Club to open location without checkout stations

    Shoppers at the digitally focused store, due to open next week in Grapevine, Texas, will need to use the retailer’s Scan & Go app to make purchases.

    By Oct. 8, 2024
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    Albertsons’ retail media arm adds 3 new executives

    The new hires come as the grocery company continues to forge ahead with its retail media capabilities and reach.

    By Oct. 8, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    ‘Healthcare is complicated’: Kroger’s complex journey to link food with health

    The grocery company’s health arm aims to connect people with health, wellness and nutrition solutions while battling legislative and healthcare industry challenges.

    By Oct. 7, 2024
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    C&S chief procurement officer retires

    Michael Papaleo is leaving as the company waits to find out if its plan to buy hundreds of supermarkets from Kroger and Albertsons will proceed.

    By Oct. 7, 2024
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    The Friday Checkout: How grocers are lending a hand in the wake of Hurricane Helene

    Kroger, Hy-Vee and Publix are among the companies providing support to impacted communities hit by the deadly storm.

    By Grocery Dive Staff • Oct. 4, 2024
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    ILA port strike ends through tentative deal

    The agreement, which extends the parties’ master agreement, comes three days after a strike commenced at East and Gulf Coast ports.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 4, 2024
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    Grocers tap into alcohol sales with stand-alone liquor stores

    Stand-alone stores allow retailers to get around state liquor sale restrictions and can provide them with a new opportunity for growth, experts say.

    By Danielle McLean • Oct. 3, 2024
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    Natural Grocers to shutter Denver store over security and theft concerns

    The specialty food retailer said it will close the location on Oct. 31 in response to “operating challenges.”

    By Updated Oct. 3, 2024
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    ILA strike, Hurricane Helene will strain food supply chain, FMI says

    The strike “has the potential to disrupt the long-term stability of markets and commodities,” FMI President and CEO Leslie G. Sarasin said.

    By Oct. 2, 2024
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    UNFI posts net sales increase, unveils 3-year financial recovery plan

    The company will focus on “controllable variables” to improve financial results and will cut back on capital investments next year, CEO Sandy Douglas said.

    By Oct. 1, 2024