Corporate Operations: Page 3

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    KeHe opens new distribution center in Florida

    The facility is larger than a former one nearby and includes dedicated rooms for ice cream and bulk items.

    By • July 28, 2025
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    The Friday Checkout: Could refreshed tech leadership put Albertsons on a path to success?

    The grocer’s decision to appoint a new retail media head continues the company’s efforts to focus on expanding its digital expertise.

    By Grocery Dive Staff • July 25, 2025
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    Top 5 stories from Grocery Dive

    Top stories from Grocery Dive first half of 2025.

    By Grocery Dive staff
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    Kroger names new secretary and general counsel

    The grocer has tapped George Vincent from Cincinnati law firm Dinsmore & Shohl to take over for Christine Wheatley when she retires in September.

    By • July 25, 2025
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    Heritage Grocers’ CEO exits

    With Suzy Monford’s departure, the company named a group of executives to oversee operations and tapped Smart & Final chief David Hirz as board chairman.

    By , • Updated July 24, 2025
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    Market Basket fires 2 executives amid ongoing turmoil

    The New England grocery chain told a local news outlet it terminated the directors for making untrue statements about the company.

    By • July 24, 2025
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    Walmart taps Instacart exec for AI role

    The retailer is bringing on Daniel Danker as executive vice president of AI acceleration, product and design.

    By • July 24, 2025
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    Stop & Shop names new operations executive

    The Ahold Delhaize banner named long-time employee Bob Yager to the EVP role as it focuses on steady improvement in the competitive Northeast region.

    By • July 24, 2025
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    Albertsons names new top retail media executive

    Brian Monahan’s hiring comes at a time of growth for Albertsons Media Collective and adds to recent leadership changes at the company.

    By • July 24, 2025
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    Raley’s appoints 2 new VPs

    The grocer has promoted Jessica Blakely and Faith Garrard to oversee sales and merchandising for its Bashas’ and Raley’s divisions, respectively.

    By • July 23, 2025
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    Lidl readies store debuts amid East Coast expansion

    The discounter is preparing to open a trio of stores next week and another in mid-August as it continues to grow its stateside fleet. 

    By • July 22, 2025
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    UNFI parts ways with top retail executive

    Andre Persaud is leaving after serving as president and CEO of the company's retail division since late 2023. UNFI CEO Sandy Douglas will fill the role on an interim basis.

    By • Updated July 22, 2025
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    Walmart cuts market coordinator role

    The mass retailer is eliminating the position, which supported its market managers, and also plans to take a more tailored approach to staffing its training centers.

    By Dani James • July 21, 2025
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    How grocers are striving to keep a spotlight on value

    Retailers have worked aggressively this year to drive home the message that they understand shoppers’ economic concerns.

    By • July 21, 2025
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    The Friday Checkout: UNFI’s stock price has roared back post-cyberattack. Will its customers recover as quickly?

    The grocery wholesaler won praise from investors after forecasting that full-year sales will be higher than expected despite the blow delivered by online criminals.

    By Grocery Dive Staff • July 18, 2025
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    99 Ranch Market ventures into New York City

    The Asian supermarket operator is preparing to open a 37,000-square-foot store in the city’s borough of Queens.

    By • July 18, 2025
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    Value remains a top draw of loyalty programs

    Most consumers say they want better discounts, according to a Kobie survey.

    By Bryan Wassel • July 18, 2025
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    Inside the Store: Lidl US’ CEO shows off the grocer’s approach to efficiency

    A recent tour of a store in Virginia showcases how the discounter balances its streamlined retailing strategy with a focus on freshness and artful design.

    By • July 17, 2025
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    FMI takes aim at Food Traceability Rule amid Trump’s deregulation push

    The trade group is urging for changes to the rule, which it calls “one of the most burdensome regulations” facing the industry.

    By • July 17, 2025
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    Albertsons sees digital success, but the channel has yet to turn a profit

    CEO Susan Morris views the Albertsons for U program, which saw membership rise 14% year over year, as a valuable source of data for the company.

    By Bryan Wassel • July 17, 2025
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    UNFI expects cyberattack to cost it at least $350 million in sales

    The grocery distributor’s operations have largely returned to normal, and the company believes the operational impact of the attack will be mostly limited to its current quarter.

    By • July 16, 2025
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    Kroger consolidating Texas operations as it fights H-E-B for market share

    The decision to combine its Dallas and Houston divisions comes as the grocer has lost market share to the regional grocery rival in recent years.

    By • July 16, 2025
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    Aldi US names new COO

    The grocer promoted longtime executive Karla Waddleton to fill the role Atty McGrath is vacating to become CEO.

    By • Updated July 15, 2025
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    Albertsons posts a strong Q1 as pharmacy and digital operations steam ahead

    The grocery chain saw identical sales rise twice as fast as they did a year ago and posted an e-commerce sales gain of 25%.

    By • July 15, 2025
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    Kroger gives its Boost membership program a temporary lift

    The grocer is offering shoppers in its paid loyalty tiers more than $100 in savings during a two-week stretch that starts Wednesday.

    By • July 15, 2025
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    H Mart readies arrival in Florida

    The Asian grocer recently posted jobs for its upcoming Orlando location, marking the newest state for its expanding store fleet.

    By • July 14, 2025