CGA Navigates Legislative Issues
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The California Grocers Association here has become a more effective advocate for the industry over the last five years because of a more deliberate emphasis on government … Continue Reading →
Author: R. Daneel Olivaw
De Swaan to Resign From Ahold Board
ZAANDAM, Netherlands — Ahold said Monday that Tom de Swaan will resign from the company’s supervisory board as of Sept. 30 as a result of his recent appointment as chairman … Continue Reading →
Stew’s Offers Croissant-Donut Burger
Following the success of its cro-do — a croissant-doughnut hybrid — Stew Leonard’s has introduced a croissant-doughnut burger at the Hoe-Down Grill at its Norwalk, Conn., store. read more Supermarket … Continue Reading →
NGA Show Expands Exhibit Space
ARLINGTON, Va. — The National Grocers Association here said Monday it expects to increase exhibit space by 44% at its 2014 show, scheduled to for Feb. 9-12 at the Mirage … Continue Reading →
Hepfinger Resigns as Weis CEO
SUNBURY, Pa. — David J. Hepfinger has resigned as chief executive officer of Weis Markets to pursue other opportunities, the company here said Monday. read more Supermarket News
Sprouts Offers Colo. Flood Relief
BOULDER, Colo. — A Sprouts Farmers Market store here damaged as a result of recent flooding is expected to reopen Wednesday, the company said. read more Supermarket News
The Lempert Report: The Future of Couponing (Video)
A new technology allow brands to serve real-time offers and content on a monitor in retail stores. read more Supermarket News
Dillon to Retire as Kroger CEO
CINCINNATI, Ohio — Kroger Co. here on Friday said that longtime Chief Executive Officer David Dillon would retire as CEO effective Jan. 1, 2014. read more Supermarket News
House Passes Bill With $40B in SNAP Cuts
WASHINGTON — The House of Representatives passed a bill Thursday that would cut $ 40 billion in funding for supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) benefits, commonly known as food stamps. … Continue Reading →
Meijer Helps Nourish Needy Kids
WASHINGTON —Meijer has donated 1,000 backpacks and the food to fill them to provide weekend nourishment to students on the Federal Free and Reduced Meal Program. read more Supermarket News