July 30 – Infomercial King Ron Popeil Dies
On Thursday, July 28, the 86-year old succumb to a brain hemorrhage at a Los Angeles hospital. From: Kitcheware Today
July 30 – Amazon Forecasts Slower Growth as it Laps Last Year’s Insane Online Sales Gains
Pandemic infused growth will revert to the mean. But more interesting is, did it match with the overall retail slowdown? From: RetailWire
July 30 – Amazon Delivers Strong Q2 Growth
1st earnings report released under new CEO Andy Jassy. From: Progressive Grocer
July 30 – Kroger Unveils the Future of Grocery in Florida
CEO Rodney McMullen and top execs offer an inside look at newest robotic fulfillment center. From: Progressive Grocer
July 30 – Natural Grocers Toasts to 66 Years in Business
The organics retailer is celebrating the anniversary with a three-day event including a giveaway of Natural Grocers Brand private label products and a sale as high as 65% off the products. From: Store Brands Today
July 30 – Winn-Dixie Celebrates 65 Years in Louisiana
Retailer marks occasion with 2 grand openings, events, local partnerships. From: Progressive Grocer
July 30 – Retail Industry Veteran Takes Charge of BP’s Retail Operations
Greg Franks previously served as senior vice president, chief franchise officer and operations support at 7-Eleven Inc. From: Convenience Store News
July 29 – Saks Off 5th E-Commerce Site Names Amazon Vet as New COO
The announcement comes only a month after the off-price retailer’s online business was separated into a stand-alone entity. From: Retail Dive
July 29 – Petco Summit Seeks Sustainable Store Brand Vendor
The retailer is looking to meet with suppliers of sustainable pet products for private label and branded products, as it aims to meet its goal of having half of its assortment be eco-friendly by 2025. From: Store Brands
July 29 – Wegmans Moving into an Old Kmart location to Open its First Manhattan Store
Wegmans will move into the old Kmart location at Astor Place. The store is expected to open on the second half of 2023 Wegmans opened its first New York City location in the Brooklyn Navy Yard in October 2019. From: CNBC
July 29 – Dollar General Promotes Krajnovic to SVP of Store Operations
Currently divisional VP, Sanja Krajnovic will be leading operations for roughly half of Dollar General’s stores. Prior to joining Dollar General in 2020, Krajnovic held a variety of positions at Target for 24 years, including serving as its group vice president, global supply chain and logistics. From: Drug Store News
July 29 – Twitter Debuts Tool that Lets Users Shop on Brand Profiles
The Shop Module feature, which allows businesses to display products on their profiles, will initially be available to a few U.S. companies. Retail Dive
July 28 – Ex-Staples Chief Sandy Douglas to become new UNFI CEO
J. Alexander (Sandy) Miller Douglas, former chief executive officer at Staples Inc. is joining United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) as the new CEO succeeding Steven Spinner, who is retiring. From: Supermarket News
July 28 – Room & Board launches Tabletop and Décor line with Cambria
This is the second collaboration between Room & Board and Cambria, both Minnesota based design brands. The collection will be available at all 16 Room & Board stores throughout the country and at roomandboard.com this September. From: HFN Digital
July 28 – Walmart to Sell its Omnichannel Capabilities to Other Businesses
The retailer has partnered with Adobe to give small and mid-sized retailers access to its pickup and delivery technology. From: Retail Dive
July 28 – Bed Bath & Beyond Takes on Supply Chain Delays
Bed Bath & Beyond will open a distribution center in Pennsylvania this year and a second facility in California in 2022, both operated by Ryder System with a mix of humans and automation. The distribution centers are meant to mitigate supply chain delays and reduce replenishment times at namesake and BuyBuy BABY stores. From: Bloomberg
July 28 – Discount Grocer Aldi Launches a ‘Corner Store’ Format
The design aims to move the traditional model to a fresh local format for urban settings. From: Convenience Store News
July 28 – Dollar General Expands Popshelf with Shop-in-Shops
The retailer is adding its higher-priced, treasure-hunt concept inside of two DG Market stores as it blazes ahead with the build-out of the banner. From: Retail Dive
July 27 – Keith Shoemaker Named President of Kroger Dallas Division
Exec succeeds the late Adam Wampler. From: Progressive Grocer
July 27 – Tesco-developed Wicked Kitchen brand launches at 2,500 Kroger and Sprouts stores. The plant-based brand, which made its name at the U.K. retailer and is headed by big names in the U.S. food business, brings a wide variety of SKUs to consumers. From: Grocery Dive
July 26 – QuikTrip Celebrates 900th Store Milestone
Over the course of the company’s 63 years, it has grown to 12 states. From: Convenience Store News
July 22 – J.C. Penney Moves Beauty Strategy Beyond Sephora
J.C. Penney will rebrand its beauty section and broaden its product assortment in the category when Sephora begins its partnership with Kohl’s this fall after 15 years with Penney’s. The department store will also team up with online beauty retailer Thirteen Lune, which focuses on brands owned by people of color, to open in-store shops starting in October. From: NRF SmartBrief
July 22 – Bluemercury Names Maly Bernstein New CEO
Bernstein takes over from co-founder Marla Beck, who started the company in 1999 and has grown it to 180 locations under Macy’s. From: Retail Dive
July 22 – At Home Opening Three Stores in July
At Home Group Inc. recently opened new stores in Princeton, N.J. and Abingdon, Md. In addition, it will open a new location in Temecula, Calif., by the end of the month. When all three stores are opened, At Home will have a total count of 231 stores across 40 states. From:Chain Store Age
July 22 – Kroger Appoints New Investor Relations Chief
Rob Quast takes over post as Rebekah Manis shifts to new role. From: Supermarket News
July 22 – Do It Best Looks to Partner with Private Brand Suppliers
The hardware retailer is seeking submissions for its Open Buying Day program for more than a dozen product categories and it includes meeting vendors who produce private label. From: Store Brands Today
July 22 – Specialty Grocer The Fresh Market Moves Forward with IPO Return to public markets will allow retailer ‘significant flexibility in funding our strategy,’ says CEO Jason Potter. From: Supermarket News
July 22 – Associated Wholesale Grocers to Become Coborn’s Primary Distributor
Agreement comes as AWG hatches plans for ninth full-line division. From: Supermarket News
July 21 – Bed Bath and Beyond Brings Casper Into Stores
Sleep products seller Casper will open its first branded brick-and-mortar shop inside Bed Bath and Beyond’s renovated Manhattan flagship, which reopens this week. The move is part of a larger partnership between the retailers that will also include adding Casper experiences at more Bed Bath and Beyond stores and selling Casper products at Bed Bath and Beyond stores nationwide and online. From: CNBC
July 21 – Save A Lot CEO Kenneth McGrath Resigns; Will Take Top Role at Lidl
The one-time Lidl U.S. leader, who since engineered Save A Lot’s whirlwind transition, will take Gerd Chrzanowski’s vacated spot as Lidl’s deputy chairman with responsibility for its international business. From: Winsight Grocery Business
July 21 – Houzz Study Reveals Continued Consumer Confidence
The most recent data shows continued confidence for home renovation activity going into the third quarter of 2021. From: Hardware Retailing
July 21 – Target, Ulta Beauty Announce Curated Brand Offerings, First Locations
The two companies have announced that the concept will begin rolling out at more than 100 Target stores nationwide and online with more than 50 specially curated prestige brands starting in August. From: Drugstore News
July 21 – Kroger Hires Grocery Pro as Mid-Atlantic President
Former Top Women in Grocery Trailblazer Lori Raya to head division, overseeing 100+ stores in 5 states. From:Progressive Grocer
July 21 – Foxtrot Plans 50 New Stores and a Larger Format
Upscale convenience store chain Foxtrot announced that it plans to open 50 locations across the U.S. in the next two years. The upcoming locations will double the size of its current stores and feature on-site dining, revamped café menus, and merchandising and product assortment that emphasizes product discovery. From:Retail Dive
July 20 – Tractor Supply Raises Guidance on Strong Q2 Results
Tractor Supply saw sales grow to $3.6 billion in the second quarter from $3.18 billion last year, and same-store sales increased by 10.5%. The growth exceeded expectations and the retailer expects to see sales of $12.1 billion to $12.3 billion this year. From: NRF SmartBrief
July 19 – Walmart Shifts to Full Self-Checkout at Texas Store
Walmart is testing a fully self-checkout location in Plano, Texas, the first of its kind in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The Supercenter has 32 checkout stands, all of which remain open, and has shifted cashiers to the role of “customer hosts” to help shoppers find available registers or assist in the checkout process. From: NRF SmartBrief
July 19 – Nordstrom Looks to Anniversary Sale to Drive Growth
Nordstrom’s annual Anniversary Sale event will take place starting later this month, as the department store continues to wait for quarterly sales to return to pre-pandemic levels. Nordstrom has reported a 165% increase in searches for the term “work clothes” on its website in the past few months, and the retailer is looking to benefit from consumers’ need for new clothes as they head back to offices and school and attend weddings and other events. From: NRF SmartBrief
July 19 – Analyzing Top Home Improvement Categories
Paint, cleaning products and patio furniture are hot categories. Household cleaners and cleaning tools are being purchased by nearly 92 percent of households visiting home improvement locations in store or online, Numerator’s data reveals. From: Hardware Retailing
July 19 – Ross Stores Opens 30 New Locations
The off-price apparel and home fashion retailer opened 22 Ross Dress for Less and eight dd’s Discounts stores across 11 different states in June and July. From: Chain Store Age
July 19 – Tractor Supply Earnings Beat Expectations, Guidance Lifted
Same-store sales grew 10.5%, with a 4.5% rise in comparable transaction count and 6% average ticket growth the main drivers of the result. From: MarketWatch
July 19 – Hy-Vee’s 3rd “Best of Local Brands” Summit Set for September
Midwestern vendors will be invited to submit products for potential distribution. The summit will take place Sept. 8-10. From: Progressive Grocer
July 19 – Dick’s is Testing 5 Store Concepts. Here’s Why. Store revamps are also in progress, and the sporting goods specialist is expanding its private label reach as it looks to maintain a winning position. From: Retail Dive
July 16 –West Elm Debuts Minted’s First Furniture Line
The new furniture collection will launch with a curated assortment of fabric patterns designed by 21 independent artists from Minted’s community, including artists from Mumbai, India; Geneva, Switzerland; and Nairobi, Kenya. A portion of every purchase will directly support the independent artist who designed the pattern. From: HFN Digital
July 16 – Ex-Stop & Shop chief Mark McGowan joins C&S Wholesale Grocers
Ahold retail veteran to lead distributor’s retail expansion strategy. From: Supermarket News
July 16 – Lowe’s brings the calm in latest House of Curators Series
The home goods and hardware chain introduced its second House of Curators partnership, presenting own brand items picked by influencer Hannah Bronfman. From: Store Brands Today
July 16 – Retail Sales Solid in June
The National Retail Federation reported that June retail sales were up .08% from May and 12.1% year-over-year. From: Chain Store Age
July 15 – Walmart Debuts Warehouse Robot Technology
After a successful test phase at a Walmart distribution center in Brooksville, Fla., the retailer plans to roll out robotics technology from Symbotic at 25 of its 42 distribution centers around the country. The process employs high-speed robots to automate the tasks of retrieval, sorting and storing, as well as to build customized pallets that will make unloading and stocking easier and more efficient. From: Winsight Grocery Business
July 15 – C & S Wholesale Grocers to Acquire Piggly Wiggly Midwest
With the deal, C & S would acquire 11 Piggly Wiggly corporate-run stores as well as serve 14 Butera Market supermarkets in the Chicagoland region plus 84 Piggly Wiggly franchisees in Wisconsin. From: Supermarket News
July 15 – SpartanNash to Open its First Micro-Fulfillment Center
Freestanding facility to fill Fast Lane online orders for West Michigan stores. From: Supermarket News
July 15 – Dollar General Seeks More Workers Ahead of Labor Day
Discount retailer hopes to add 50,000 employees by end of summer. From: Progressive Grocer
July 14 – Ross Stores CFO Leaving for New Post
Ross stores said that executive VP and CFO Travis Marquette has resigned effective immediately to accept a position with another company, which Ross did not reveal. From: Chain Store Age
July 14 – “Shark Tank” Star, Lowe’s Look to Boost Small Businesses
Lowe’s has partnered with Daymond John of “Shark Tank” on the newest round of its “Making It … With Lowe’s” pitch program that will reward small businesses with grants and the chance to sell their products at Lowe’s. Applications are open to small businesses through July 30, and the program is designed to focus on businesses led by women, veterans, members of the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities. From: NRF SmartBrief
July 14 – Walmart’s Flipkart Cuts Single-Use Plastic Packaging From Supply Chain, Shifts Sustainability Focus to Sellers
The e-commerce platform is juggling the rapid growth in online retail with corporate goals and consumer preferences for sustainable packaging. From: Supply Chain Dive
July 14 – After Years of Expansion, HBC Has Fractured
The move to split up the company’s Saks Fifth Avenue operations has some rationale involving retail, but it’s also a way to monetize its assets. From: Retail Dive
July 14 – 7-Eleven Brings Mobile Checkout to 2.5K More Stores
The convenience store chain now offers the frictionless shopping service in over 3,000 locations in 32 states. From: Grocery Dive
July 14 – National Co+op Grocers Teams With Mercato on E-Commerce
Online ordering and delivery now available to association’s members. From: Progressive Grocer
July 13 – QVC Owner Qurate Hires New CEO
Qurate Retail has picked David Rawlinson II as its new CEO following last year’s announcement of current CEO Mike George’s pending retirement, according to a press release. Rawlinson is set to take over for George Oct. 1, after a transition period that begins in August. From: Retail Dive
July 13 – Kroger Names New SVP of Retail Divisions
Merchandising executive Valerie Jabbar promoted to role effective Aug. 7 From: Progressive Grocer
July 13 – Allure’s Beauty Store Reflects the Magazine’s Pages
Allure’s new store in New York City organizes products not by brand or category, but by purposes outlined in headlines created to mimic those found in the company’s magazine — with some actual headlines from Allure’s website. All of the beauty products sold in the store have been featured in Allure’s print or digital pages, and brands on display have paid a fee that includes perks like access to sales data and media exposure. From: NRF SmartBrief
July 13 – Ahold Delhaize CEO Puts Shopper Health in Sharper Focus
Ahold Delhaize CEO Frans Muller believes the grocer’s future health is tied directly to the health of its customers, and that’s the motivation behind a number of initiatives to educate shoppers about eating right and making healthy food options cheaper and easier to find. Muller outlines several programs Ahold Delhaize has already started, saying the grocer needs “to take an active role in helping people eat healthier foods at affordable prices.” From: Forbes
July 13 – Sam’s Club Debuts Scan & Ship for Big in-Store Purchases
Sam’s Club has begun testing a new Scan & Ship feature within its Scan & Go app that will give members in two Texas stores and one California location the option of scanning large items, paying in the store and having the purchases delivered to their homes. The Walmart-owned retailer has a Dallas tech hub with nearly 300 engineers who worked to develop the Scan & Go app and other tech tools. From: NRF SmartBrief
July 13 – Buc-ee’s Sets Its Sights on Mississippi as Next Market
The project is expected to be completed in two years. From: Convenience Store News
July 13 – Dom’s Kitchen & Market Quickly Becoming Food Destination in Chicago”
Food emporium’ model with hyperlocal vendors, event space and curated meals is latest venture from legacy grocers. From: Progressive Grocer
July 12 – BBB Kicks off Back-to-Collage with New PL Brand and Targeted Ad Campaign
The new “Squared Away” assortment includes storage, organization, and laundry care products for homes, apartments and dorm rooms. Bed Bath & Beyond also today launched the new “College, Happier” campaign – a play on the “Home, Happier” campaign it began in April. From: Home Textiles Today
July 12 – Nordstrom Acquires Stake in Four Fashion Brands
The retailer has acquired a minority interest in four apparel brands: Topshop, Topman, Miss Selfridge and HIIT. The brands, which are owned by U.K. online fashion powerhouse Asos. From: Chain Store Age
July 12 – Amazon Hires Tesco Vet to Run its Stores
Amazon has hired Tony Hoggett, currently chief strategy and innovation director at Tesco, to run its physical stores beginning next January. From: Retail Wire
July 12 – Smart & Final Is Making History
CEO Dave Hirz explains how the retailer has lasted for 150 years — and counting. From: Progressive Grocer
July 12 – Stater Bros. Plans New Store for Southern California Riverside location will occupy almost 50,000 square feet of former 96,864-square-foot Kmart building. From: Proressive Grocer
July 9 – Costco Sales Strong in June; Drops Senior Hours
Costco reported a 16.9% increase in sales and strong e-commerce growth. Senior hours will end effective July 26th. From: Chain Store Age
July 9 – JD.com is Expanding Private Brands in Home Goods, Pet
China’s largest e-tailer is working with a supply chain partner to get the private brands developed and out to consumers quicker. From: Store Brands Today
July 9 – New Supply Chain Disruptions Worry Retailers
NACS survey shows product procurement challenges persist. From: Progressive Grocer
July 9 – Coborn’s Focuses on Fresh with Updated Store Formats
Newest remodeled location to open next week in Park Rapids, Minn. From: Supermarket News
July 8 – Bashas’ to Open Ninth Store Serving Navajo Nation
The grocery chain plans to replace a City Market location in Shiprock, New Mexico, with its Diné Market concept. From: Grocery Dive
July 8 – Save A Lot Ramps up its Store Design Plans
As part of the new initiative, Save A Lot is working with its independent license owners to remodel a third of its fleet in 2021 with plans to remodel all 1,000 stores by 2024. From: Supermarket News
July 8 – Bloomingdales Unveils Concept Store Bloomies
At 22,000 square feet, the store is significantly smaller than traditional Bloomingdale’s locations and is described as being “ever-evolving,” with a highly curated product collection. The store will open in Fairfax, Virginia, in the Mosaic District shopping center. From: Retail Dive
July 8 – Whole Foods Market Debuts Next-Gen Store: EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS
Grocer’s core values are on full display in Tampa, Fla. From: Progressive Grocer
July 8 – Dollar General Takes Steps to be Health Care Destination
The chain has hired a chief medical officer to develop a plan for services and is increasing its assortment of health care products. From: Store Brands Today
July 8 – Instacart Hires Facebook Veteran as Its New CEO
Fidji Simo, already one of the highest-ranking female execs in tech, takes over on Aug. 2. From: Progressive Grocer
July 7 – Lowe’s, Home Depot Expect Surge in Contractor Business
Home improvement retailers Lowe’s and Home Depot will increase their focus on serving contractors as consumers shift their focus from pandemic-era DIY projects to hiring professionals to do work, allowing consumers to spend more time traveling and dining out. Contractors account for around 45% of Home Depot’s sales and 20% to 25% of Lowe’s sales. From: NRF SmartBrief
July 7 – What Does the Future Hold for Department Stores?
Partnerships, such as Kohl’s partnerships with Sephora and Amazon, a portfolio of private-label and national brands, and omnichannel services that cater to shoppers’ desire for convenience will play a big part in the future of the department store category, Kohl’s CEO Michelle Gass said during NRF Retail Converge. “[Kohl’s has] significant platform and reach with its omnichannel services. A thoughtful, edited and inspiring brand portfolio. Eighty percent of the US population live within 15 miles of a Kohl’s. We can leverage BOPIS and curbside for brand partners. Our brand portfolio and omnichannel capabilities set us apart,” Gass said. From: NRF SmartBrief
July 7 – Kroger Automates, Expands Distribution Center
Retailer collaborates with Knapp to modernize Ohio location, adding 130,000 square feet. From: Progressive Grocer
July 7 – Belk Shakes up Leadership
President and Chief Merchandising Officer Nir Patel is replacing Lisa Harper as CEO. From: Retail Dive
July 7 – Save A Lot Converts 10 Stores in Louisiana
New owners plan a refresh for New Orleans locations. From: Progressive Grocer
July 7 – Top 50 Food and Grocery Retailers by Sales
Supermarket News and IGD rank leading retailers, including grocery, mass, dollar, convenience and drug channels. From: Supermarket News
July 7 – Kwik Trip Eyes Expanding to New Geographies
The retailer plans to build 40 to 50 new stores annually over the next five years and is looking at North Dakota and South Dakota. From: Convenience Store News
July 6 – Target Sets Early Closing Time for San Francisco Stores
Target said it has cut the hours of its San Francisco locations temporarily to fight a growing surge in shoplifting. The stores now open at 9 a.m. and close at 6 p.m., while other Target stores around the country open an hour or two earlier and close at 10 p.m. From: NRF SmartBrief
July 6 – Macy’s to Pivot at Market by Macy’s Dallas Store
Macy’s will close its Market by Macy’s store in Dallas’ Southlake Town Square temporarily, with plans to remodel the 20,000-square-foot fashion concept and reopen it this autumn. The Dallas location was the first Market by Macy’s to open, followed by a second location in nearby Fort Worth earlier this year. From: NRF SmartBrief
July 6 – Neiman Marcus Says There’s No Plan to Sell Bergdorf Goodman
The department store, which has owned the storied Manhattan retailer for 50 years, pushed back against details in a New York Post report last week. From: Retail Dive
July 6 – Ulta Exec Reveals On-Trend Beauty Categories
Cosmetics sales are surging as the pandemic eases, with prestige lip brands and mid-tier-priced mass-market brands performing well at retailer Ulta Beauty, said chief merchandising officer Monica Arnaudo. Ulta research has found 90% of shoppers prefer natural makeup looks, 60% are buying new skin care products and fragrance is a “huge growth category,” said Arnaudo. From: NRF SmartBrief
July 6 – ‘Real Pressure on Supply Chains’: How Major Players are Balancing Costs, Speed and a New Retail World.
Executives from PVH, Under Armour, Dollar General, Tractor Supply and American Eagle spoke about current challenges at NRF’s Retail Converge. From: Retail Dive
July 6 – Klaus Gehrig, Head of Lidl’s Parent Company, Steps Down
The Schwarz Group CEO abruptly resigned last week after a disagreement with the company’s owner. From: Grocery Dive
July 6 – Schnucks Names Ted Schnuck Executive Vice President, Supermarkets
The great-grandson of company founder Anna Donovan Schnuck will lead the merchandising and store operations teams, fusing his experience in both areas with his leadership capabilities and strategic mindset. From: Supermarket News
July 6 – ‘We Have to be Bold’: SpartanNash’s CEO Talks Rapid-Fire Executive Hires
Tony Sarsam said the flurry of new appointments since he took the top job in September is a crucial first step in building the “people-first” company he envisions. From: Grocery Dive
July 6 – Aldi Continues Its Multi-State Expansion in June
3 new stores opened in Southeast region. From: Progressive Grocer
July 2 – For Bed Bath & Beyond, the Stores are Still Key
Bed Bath & Beyond is halfway through its three-year plan to close 200 stores, part of a massive brand reinvention. But brick-and-mortar shopping remains integral to the company’s strategy, explains Retail Watch columnist Warren Shoulberg. From: Business of Home
July 2 – Retail Sales Growing “Far Faster” than Expected Says NRF Chief Economist
NRF expects retail sales during 2021 to grow between 10.5% 13.5% over 2020, to a range between $4.44 trillion and $4.56 trillion. From: Chain Store Age
July 2 – Walgreens Reports Better-Than-Expected Results for Q3
More shoppers visited Walgreens physical stores in the third fiscal quarter, with the opening up of local economies and the resumption of more normal activities. From: Progressive Grocer
July 2 – Trader Joe’s Drops Anchor in Queens
The retailer opens its newest unit in Long Island City, which has seen explosive residential growth—and probably, too few supermarkets. From: Winsight Grocery Business
July 1 – Kroger Dallas Division President Passes Away Suddenly
Adam Wampler joined company in 2019. From: From: Progressive Grocer
July 1 – William Sonoma Home Adds Jason Edelman as Senior VP
Most recently Edelman was senior vice president, merchandising for furniture for RH. Prior to his time at RH, he held roles with Houzz and Frontgate. From: HFNDigital
July 1 – Dollar General to Help Tackle Food Insecurity
Dollar General is looking to address the issue of food insecurity in the communities it serves through a partnership with Feeding America. From:Drug Store News
July 1 – H-E-B Reopens Tornado-Battered Central Market in Dallas
Gourmet supermarket rebuilt, upgraded during 20-month closure. From: Supermarket News
July 1 – Report: Yeezy Brand to be $1B Growth Driver for Gap
Kanye West’s Yeezy fashion line could drive almost $1 billion in additional sales for Gap next year, according to a Wells Fargo report. The first item in the Yeezy line, a limited-edition blue puffer jacket, launched for pre-order last month with a $200 price tag and is now showing up on resale sites for upwards of $1,000. From: NRF SmartBrief
July 1 – BJ’s Extends Reach Across Eastern United States
Warehouse club retailer to open Seabrook, N.H., location on July 2. From: Progressive Grocer
July 1 – Raley’s Promotes 2 Executives
The retailer has elevated Craig Benson to SVP, head of technology, and Levi Wingo to VP of operations. From: Store Brands Today
July 1 – Retailers Recalibrate Marketing Efforts as Shoppers Return to Stores
New industry survey also confirms the growing importance of omnichannel experiences. From: Progressive Grocer
