Walmart to Acquire AR Optical Tech Company Memomi

June 30, 2022 Walmart

Walmart and Memomi, an augmented reality (AR) optical tech company, announced they have entered into an agreement for Walmart to acquire Memomi. This reinforces Walmart’s commitment to frictionless and omnichannel optical care.

FMI Analysis Reveals a Complicated Outlook for the American Grocery Shopper

June 30, 2022 FMI

FMI – The Food Industry Association releases its fourth installment of FMI U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends 2022, “Future Outlook,” which focuses on the ways various forces continue to shape how we eat, what we eat, and how we obtain food.

Liz Zolcak Named President of Fresh Thyme Market

June 30, 2022 Fresh Thyme Market

Liz Zolcak has been named the new President of Fresh Thyme Market, succeeding Gerald Melville, who has announced his retirement after a 43-year retail career.

Government of Canada Unveils New Front-of-Package Nutrition Symbol

June 30, 2022 Health Canada

Keeping Canadians healthy is one of the Government of Canada’s top priorities. Having clear and easy to access information on the foods Canadians find in their grocery stores is an important part of that. 

Stater Bros. Markets Promotes Bertha Luna to Senior Vice President Retail Operations

June 30, 2022 Stater Bros. Markets

Stater Bros. Markets is pleased to announce the promotion of Bertha Luna to the position of Senior Vice President Retail Operations, effective immediately. In this role, she will report directly to Stater Bros. President Greg McNiff and will be responsible for leading the retail operations of all the company’s stores. Luna will serve as a member of the company’s Executive Leadership Team, which evaluates and sets key strategies for the company.