Corporate Operations: Page 80

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    UNFI isn't selling its retail business — for now

    Expanding and evolving its supermarket footprint is part of an ambitious new growth strategy the distributor outlined at its investor day on Thursday.

    By • June 25, 2021
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    United Supermarkets to open 'next-generation' store in Texas

    The new location will have "the widest aisles we’ve ever put in a store" and offer food from an on-site branch of a local barbecue restaurant for curbside pickup, according to the grocer.

    By • June 25, 2021
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    Top 5 stories from Grocery Dive

    Top stories from Grocery Dive first half of 2025.

    By Grocery Dive staff
  • Exterior of Giant Food store at 9400 Fairfax Boulevard, Fairfax, Virginia, on Aug. 25, 2020. Store opened Aug. 21, 2020.
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    Ahold Delhaize's self-distribution network will be more than 85% complete in 2022

    The chain says it's on track to control its entire U.S. grocery supply chain by its 2023 deadline.

    By • June 23, 2021
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    Gopuff buys another alcohol retailer as it continues acquisition tear

    The purchase of Kentucky's Liquor Barn chain expands its beer, wine and liquor assortment, and provides additional fulfillment sites for its convenience delivery service.

    By • June 22, 2021
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    Target commits to new sustainability, equity goals

    The retailer plans to make 100% of its private label products "designed for a circular future" by 2040.

    By Maria Monteros • June 22, 2021
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    Albertsons expands push onto third-party apps with DoorDash deal

    As it pulls back its own delivery fleet, the grocer will offer service through DoorDash's marketplace and back-end technology at 2,000 stores.

    By • June 21, 2021
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    Uber buys remainder of grocery delivery firm Cornershop

    Uber is making the full acquisition nearly a year after launching its grocery service in the U.S.

    By • June 21, 2021
  • Sushi counter in Safeway store at 415 14th Street, SE, Washington, D.C., on Aug. 11, 2020. Store opened Aug. 12, 2020.
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    Albertsons hits responsibly sourced sushi goal early

    Eighteen months ahead of its self-imposed deadline, all of the grocer's prepared sushi now meets guidelines set under its Responsible Seafood Policy.

    By • June 21, 2021
  • H-E-B adds restaurant meals in stores
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    H-E-B's president outlines top 3 labor challenges

    Craig Boyan said during a virtual session at FMI's Midsummer Strategic Executive Exchange Monday that he expects labor pressures to ease in the fall after a "tough summer."

    By • June 21, 2021
  • Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh
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    Hy-Vee rolls out financial services for shoppers

    The grocer is offering products including checking and savings accounts; car and home insurance; mortgages; and consumer loans through subsidiary bank Midwest Heritage.

    By • June 18, 2021
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    Instacart taps Uber exec for top brand and marketing role

    Laura Jones is the e-commerce provider's 12th executive hire in recent months, with several coming from major tech companies like Facebook, Amazon and Google. 

    By • June 18, 2021
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    Kroger sees strong private label, digital sales even as pandemic surge fades

    The grocer's alternative profit business also posted record growth, led by its retail media and personal finance units.

    By , • June 17, 2021
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    Delivery and fulfillment platform Bringg hits unicorn status as it raises $100M

    The company also recently teamed up with grocery e-commerce firm Stor.ai to let retailers choose between using their own fleet or third parties for delivery. 

    By • June 17, 2021
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    Albertsons taps former PepsiCo exec to oversee merchandising

    Jennifer Saenz, global chief marketing officer and president of PepsiCo's global foods division, will bring more than 15 years of CPG experience to the grocer starting July 12. 

    By • June 17, 2021
  • A prize package from Whole Foods for its 2021 summer giveaway with The Weather Channel
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    Whole Foods teams up with The Weather Channel for rain-related giveaway

    When at least half of the continental U.S. has weekend rain this summer, the Amazon-owned grocer will offer prizes, including gift cards, coupons and items from its private label line. 

    By • June 16, 2021
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    Dom's Kitchen & Market is a 'Last Dance' for former Mariano's executives

    Bob Mariano and Don Fitzgerald, who formerly led the iconic Chicagoland chain, have opened another store that pushes against the boundaries of traditional grocery.

    By • June 16, 2021
  • Before and after photos of Target's upgraded produce section
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    Target unveils remodeled stores

    The retailer said it would invest about $4 billion annually to remodel stores over the next few years, including the "glow-up" of 150 locations this year. 

    By Maria Monteros • June 16, 2021
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    Grocers grapple with store safety measures in light of recent shootings

    Several incidents, including one at a King Soopers in March and another last week at a Publix, have spurred the industry to update training procedures and store practices.

    By • June 15, 2021
  • Amazon Just Walk Out exit at Amazon Fresh supermarket in Bellevue, Washington
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    Amazon to open its first Fresh supermarket with checkout-free technology

    The 25,000-square-foot store, set to open Thursday in Bellevue, Washington, is the largest Amazon retail location equipped with the Just Walk Out system. 

    By • June 15, 2021
  • Exterior of Giant Food store at 9400 Fairfax Boulevard, Fairfax, Virginia, on Aug. 25, 2020. Store opened Aug. 21, 2020.
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    Guiding Stars nutrition rating program rolls out new look

    The system, which is used by retailers including several Ahold Delhaize banners, has a new logo and features revised icons that include the words "good," "better" or "best."

    By • June 14, 2021
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    Boxed completes SPAC deal, goes public

    The online wholesaler made its debut on the New York Stock Exchange and, separately, announced a new partnership with Google Cloud on Thursday. 

    By • Updated Dec. 10, 2021
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    FMI looks to head off online country-of-origin regulations

    The organization says requirements included in a bill moving through Congress that would force grocers to identify where products they sell online come from are "unworkable."

    By • June 11, 2021
  • Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh
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    Hy-Vee links with Google on digital services

    The grocer said the tech company's cloud-based tools will make online shopping easier, integrate virtual dietitian services and help shoppers schedule vaccines.

    By • June 10, 2021
  • Instacart shopper putting Partake cookies in cart
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    Instacart announces $1M ad initiative to boost Black-owned brands

    The e-commerce firm will offer prominent ad placement, Instacart Ads credits, monthly training and a designated support team to eligible companies.  

    By • June 10, 2021
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    Pardon the Disruption: Amazon's push into self-distribution

    The e-tailer appears to be positioning for a concerted drive into owning its full grocery supply chain, underscoring its capital advantages as it aims to unsettle the industry.

    By • June 9, 2021