SpartanNash Unveils Second Pilot Store for New Family Fare Strategy

October 9, 2024 SpartanNash

This newly-redesigned location is the second pilot store in SpartanNash’s effort to deliver on its customer value proposition, providing a shopping experience centered on fresh products, convenience and value. Building on the success and insights gathered from its first pilot store in Holland, Mich., the Sparta remodel further refines key offerings to meet evolving shopper preferences.

Two Publix Vice Presidents Plan Retirement

October 9, 2024 Publix

After 46 years of dedicated service, Vice President of Industrial Maintenance and Industrial Operations Purchasing Randy Barber has announced his decision to retire at the end of this year. Additionally, after more than a decade of dedicated service, Vice President of Facilities Bob McGarrity has also announced his decision to retire at the end of 2024.

Ibotta’s Second Annual State of Spend Report Finds Majority of Consumers Sacrificing Brand Loyalty when Faced with Increased Costs

October 9, 2024 Ibotta

According to the study, 72% of shoppers say the economy has directly impacted their grocery spending habits, with a majority trading down to lower-priced alternatives in the face of rising grocery costs. In turn, marketers are placing greater emphasis on customer acquisition and long-term brand building to differentiate as private label competition grows.

Lunds & Byerlys Voluntarily Recalls L&B Lone Star Dip Due to Potential Mold

October 9, 2024 Lunds & Byerlys

Lunds & Byerlys is voluntarily recalling approximately 500 containers of L&B Lone Star Dip because of potential mold growth contamination.

Empower Fresh Company is making a SPLASH to Revolutionize Produce Operations in the Independent Retail Grocery Sector 

October 8, 2024 Empower Fresh Company

Empower Fresh Company, a leading provider of AI-driven SaaS solutions for independent retail grocery stores, is proud to announce three new partnerships with Queen’s Price Chopper, Ray’s Apple Market, and Pruett’s Foods. These strategic collaborations will bring Empower Fresh’s cutting-edge produce inventory management and ordering tools to grocery stores across the region.